Opening its gates once again in April 2025, Mackinac Island—long celebrated as a US favorite summer destination—is set to enchant visitors with a fresh blend of captivating new attractions and its signature historic charm. From the grand reopening of the iconic Grand Hotel with newly restored spaces, to the return of horse-drawn carriages, blooming lilacs, and world-famous fudge shops, the island promises a one-of-a-kind escape where old-world elegance meets refreshed experiences. Whether you’re arriving by ferry from Mackinaw City or St.
Ignace, the 2025 season invites travelers to step into a car-free haven where history, beauty, and adventure await.As spring breathes life into Michigan’s north, Mackinac Island—consistently voted the No. 1 Summer Travel Destination by USA Today (2021 and 2024)—is preparing to reawaken after a long, tranquil winter.
Tucked between Michigan’s Upper and Lower Peninsulas in the sparkling waters of Lake Huron, Mackinac Island is ready to once again welcome over one million visitors for the 2025 season.For more than a century, Mackinac Island has enchanted tourists with its timeless appeal: no motor vehicles, horse-drawn carriages, historic hotels, and world-famous fudge. With a permanent population of only about 600 year-round residents, the island’s population explodes each season as roughly 1.
2 million visitors arrive between May and October.Now, with the snow melting and ferry lines preparing for spring crossings, Mackinac Isl.
