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Mackinac Island Ferries – Spring Schedules

All three Mackinac Island Ferry companies are now carrying passengers to Mackinac Island.

Shepler’s Mackinac Island Ferry (as of April 21) is open and ready for business in Mackinaw City. Check out their ferry schedule at sheplersferry.com. (Their St. Ignace dock will be open on Friday, April 29, 2016.)

Star Line Mackinac Island Ferry is “High Tailin’ It” to Mackinac Island from both St. Ignace and Mackinaw City. To check out their early season schedule: click here.

Arnold Mackinac Island Ferry is currently offering passenger service out of St. Ignace. Passenger service from Mackinaw City to Mackinac Island begins May 6, 2016. Visit their website at: http://www.arnoldline.com

Shepler’s Mackinac Island Ferry
First Class Service. Every Guest. Every Day. Shepler’s clean, comfortable passenger ferries zip you safely to Mackinac Island in just 16 minutes! You may choose from the cushioned seats and wide aisles of our main deck lounge, or experience a spectacular panoramic view of the Straits of Mackinac from the open-air top-deck seating area. Our 2021 season starts [...] more...

Arnold Transit Company
At Arnold Transit Company, we do more than ferry passengers—we create unforgettable experiences on the Straits of Mackinac. As we revive this historic brand, we’re looking for passionate crew members to be part of the journey! Providing First-Class Ferry Service to Mackinac Island – America’s #1 Summer Destination – Since 1878 Quick Links: • 2025 Summer Schedules • [...] more...

Arnold Mackinac Island Ferry – Ended Passenger Service – 2016
Arnold Mackinac Island Ferry – Ended Passenger Service November 10016 – It was a pleasure serving you. Thank you for 138 years of memories. This is your ATCO crew signing off. Arnold Freight Company continues to offer freight service to Mackinac Island… (See Facebook feed below) Mackinac Island Passenger Ferry Services Shepler’s Mackinac Island Ferry First Class Service. Every Guest. [...] more...

 
 

Joann’s Fudge For Thanksgiving – Photos

There is still time to get a slice (or two or five or more) of Joann’s Fudge for your Thanksgiving celebration. Choose from five flavors. (We’ve posted photos to help you decide.) Order by Wednesday November 20th and your fudge will ship out on November 21st. – https://www.joannsfudge.com/collections/thanksgiving-fudge

Joann’s Fudge For Thanksgiving – Photo Gallery (Click on photos for captions & slideshow view)

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Mackinac Island On Facebook

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Did you know? In 1865, Captain Henry Van Allen made a bold move—literally—and relocated the entire Island House Hotel nearly 300 feet back from the shoreline. 🤯

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Mackinac Island Fall Color – October 22, 2014

Photos from a lovely fall afternoon on Mackinac Island. The fall color is a little past peak but quite dazzling in the slanting light of the late afternoon.
 

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Early Season Ferry Service and Island Transportation

Getting To Mackinac Island in the Spring

Shepler’s Mackinac Island Ferry
First Class Service. Every Guest. Every Day. Shepler’s clean, comfortable passenger ferries zip you safely to Mackinac Island in just 16 minutes! You may choose from the cushioned seats and wide aisles of our main deck lounge, or experience a spectacular panoramic view of the Straits of Mackinac from the open-air top-deck seating area. Our 2021 season starts [...] more...

Arnold Transit Company
At Arnold Transit Company, we do more than ferry passengers—we create unforgettable experiences on the Straits of Mackinac. As we revive this historic brand, we’re looking for passionate crew members to be part of the journey! Providing First-Class Ferry Service to Mackinac Island – America’s #1 Summer Destination – Since 1878 Quick Links: • 2025 Summer Schedules • [...] more...

Arnold Mackinac Island Ferry – Ended Passenger Service – 2016
Arnold Mackinac Island Ferry – Ended Passenger Service November 10016 – It was a pleasure serving you. Thank you for 138 years of memories. This is your ATCO crew signing off. Arnold Freight Company continues to offer freight service to Mackinac Island… (See Facebook feed below) Mackinac Island Passenger Ferry Services Shepler’s Mackinac Island Ferry First Class Service. Every Guest. [...] more...

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Mackinac Island – Fall Color – October 13, 2016

The fall color is slowly emerging on Mackinac Island and peak color will be here soon. If you visit the island any time in the next two weeks, you’ll be able to treat yourself to a fantastic fall color tour.

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Mackinac Island Fall Color Photos – October 3, 2012

The fall color show on Mackinac Island is bursting forth this week with brilliant displays of gold and orange and crimson. There is still a fair amount of green but the splashes of color throughout the island are especially vibrant this year. Look for absolute peak sometime near this weekend with plenty of color next week and into next weekend.

Mackinac Island Fall Color Photos – October 3, 2012

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