We are the only municipality with boundaries in the Great Lakes due to utility cables. This area would total 8 square miles. Mackinaw City is not a city but a village. This village is important historically and nautically because it overlooks the Straits of Mackinac. Mackinaw City is a popular vacation destination. The main season is May-October. It is estimated that over 2 million guests come to Mackinaw City.
Over 3 million visitors come to this region which would include our surrounding towns, Mackinac Island, and the Upper Peninsula attractions. How long is the Mackinac Bridge? The overall length of the Bridge is 5 miles and it has 4 lanes of traffic. The center span is feet long and is between two, feet high towers. Does the Mackinac Bridge go to Mackinac Island? The only way to get to the Island is by ferry boat or take a 5 minute flight from the St. Ignace airport.
How many cars cross the Mackinac Bridge each year? How many steel bolts and rivets are in the Bridge? There are over 5 million steel bolts and rivets in the Mackinac Bridge. How deep are the Bridge towers under the water? The depth of the deepest pier the south tower from the water surface to where the pier is bounded on bedrock is about feet.
Below are step by step instructions from Detroit, Michigan. From the north take I South across the Mackinac Bridge to exits or Below are step by step instructions from Sault Ste Marie, Michigan.
Once you arrive in Mackinaw City there are two ferry lines that have daily departures to Mackinac Island. Visit their websites for the most up to date schedules. Shepler's Ferry or Starline Ferry. If you are interested in starting a new business in Mackinaw City please contact our local chamber of Commerce at or mackinawchamber.
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What's Happening in Mackinaw? View All Events. History of Mackinac Learn about the history rich Mackinac region, from early fur trading through the construction of the Mackinac Bridge. Read More. Mackinaw City has many winter activities and thriving commerce during the winter season. Skiing Easily accessible backcountry and seemingly endless cross country trails ensures Mackinaw City will always remain a cross country skiers' mecca. Snowmobiling When the Mackinaw City back country beckons, fire up a sled to play in deep alpine powder stashes and winding, compacted forest trails and ride in downtown Mackinaw City to the Dixie Saloon.
Dog Sledding Work up an appetite the old-fashioned way by touring Mackinaw City's natural beauty on an exhilarating dog sled. Snowshoeing For low-impact, slow-and-steady exploration, try floating atop dry Mackinaw City snow by strapping on snowshoes and heading to one of countless trails. Sleigh Rides Take a majestic horse-drawn sleigh ride in Mackinaw City and you'll understand why Santa Claus still prefers this ancient mode of transportation.
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