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Photograph the Mackinac Bridge
Mackinaw City, Michigan
5.0
The upper peninsula of Michigan is connected to the mainland by the Mackinac Bridge. This bridge is quite impressive from a distance and it makes a great object for photography at any time of the day. If you want to get up close to the bridge, try visiting one of the parks located on the north or south end of the bridge.
The park on the southern/mainland side is called Colonial Michilimackinac...
Mackinac Bridge
St. Ignace, Michigan
Straits State Park is located on the upper peninsula of Michigan and is minutes from the Mackinac Bridge. Named after the straits that pass through the two peninsulas, this state park offers gorgeous views of the bridge at night.
From the campground, head just a few feet towards the beach on the shores of the straits and you will see the Mackinac Bridge in the distance. Grab your tripod and ge...
Mackinac Island Inner Loop
Mackinac Island, Michigan
7.7 mi
/ 745 ft gain
Mackinac Island Inner Loop is a loop trail that takes you through a nice forest located near Mackinac Island, Michigan.
Mackinac Island Outer Loop
Mackinac Island, Michigan
8.06 mi
/ 115 ft gain
Mackinac Island Outer Loop is a loop trail where you may see local wildlife located near Mackinac Island, Michigan.
Arch Rock
Mackinac Island, Michigan
2.07 mi
/ 253 ft gain
Arch Rock is an out-and-back trail that takes you through a nice forest located near Mackinac Island, Michigan.
Bike around Mackinac Island
Mackinac Island, Michigan
4.0
8.05 mi
/ 115 ft gain
Mackinac Island is accessible only by ferry, and there are no cars allowed on the island. While you can rent bikes over there, we opted to bring ours along on the Star Line ferry. Super easy and we had no problems!
Lake Shore Boulevard, or State Highway M-185, wraps around the entire island and is fairly level. If you go on one of the many interior trails or streets there is definitely some hi...
Nebo Trail
Carp Lake, Michigan
4.87 mi
/ 302 ft gain
Nebo Trail is an out-and-back trail that takes you through a nice forest located near Carp Lake, Michigan.
Tranquil Bluff Trail on Mackinac Island
Mackinac Island, Michigan
5.0
3.09 mi
/ 180 ft gain
You will need to take a ferry to the island to access this hike, but the fare is cheap and is worth it for a day trip.
This hike starts at the very popular (and thus usually crowded) Arch Rock and takes you halfway across the island to British Landing. Even with the initial crowds, you should be able to capture some great pictures at Arch Rock without people getting in the way. Once you begin ...
Saint Ignace Trout Lake Trail
St. Ignace, Michigan
21.64 mi
/ 315 ft gain
Saint Ignace Trout Lake Trail is a point-to-point trail that takes you by a lake located near Saint Ignace, Michigan.
Places to stay
St. Ignace, Michigan
Carp River Campground
Overview
Nestled in a quiet, rustic setting adjacent to the Carp Wild and Scenic River, Carp River Campground is an ideal place to get aw...
Moran Township, Michigan
Lake Michigan At St. Ignace
Overview
Lake Michigan Campground at St. Ignace provides great views and unlimited access to Lake Michigan. The area has excellent trails...
Moran Township, Michigan
Brevoort Lake Campground
Overview
Brevoort Lake Campground stretches along the western shore of its namesake in the Hiawatha National Forest. This popular fishing...
Petoskey, Michigan
Over the Hills and Through the Woods | South Hill
Welcome to Over the Hills! This is a primitive, wild, and secluded camping area. We own a private, undeveloped 37-acre property 10 minute...
From $40 / night
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