Winter on Mackinac Island
Mackinac Island in winter is the perfect place for travelers who want to enjoy all of the beauty and exhilaration of a snowy winter vacation up north. The uncrowded streets, lined with historic buildings, reveal the poignancy of the past to those who walk them while the snow quietly falls and the winter lights and holiday decorations celebrate a life lived simply.
Mackinac Island Featured Winter Lodging
Lilac Tree Suites and Spa
Winter Lodging Dates: Open December 6 & 7, and December 29 – January 1, 2020
With thirty-nine uniquely appointed suites, the Lilac Tree Suites and Spa reflects the French, English and American heritage of Mackinac Island. Each spacious suite has a living room and a separate sleeping room. No two suites are alike.
The unique decor is [...] more...
Cottage Inn of Mackinac Island
Winter Lodging: Open December 6-19, and December 27-31, 2019
Located on quiet Market Street, the Cottage Inn is just one block from the downtown area. Ferry Docks, Mackinac Island State Parks, historic Fort Mackinac and the Mackinac Island Marina are only a short stroll away. Featuring a large front porch for enjoying breakfast or just relaxing [...] more...
The Mackinac House
Winter Lodging: Open December 6, 7, 8, 29, 30 & 31.
Mackinac Island has been charming visitors for decades with its beautiful landscape, history, shopping and sightseeing. The Mackinac House encompasses all the charm the island offers and is located steps away from it all.
Mackinac House room types include: Deluxe Queen, Balcony Rooms, Tower Suite, Fort [...] more...
Pontiac Lodge
Pontiac Lodge is an intimate, boutique hotel located in the heart of downtown Mackinac Island. The Pontiac Lodge has 11 distinct rooms, most with wet bars, private baths with showers and some with Jacuzzi tubs. more...
Mackinac Island Winter Lodging Listings
Lilac Tree Suites & Spa (866) 847-6575
Open December 6 & 7, and December 29 – January 1, 2020
www.lilactree.com
Cottage Inn (906) 847-4000
Open December 6-19, and December 27-31, 2019
www.cottageinnofmackinac.com
The Mackinac House
Open December 6, 7, 8, 29, 30 & 31.
www.themackinachouse.com
Above Mackinac Condos (231) 392-6456
Open November 1 – January 3.
Bogan Lane Inn (906) 847-3439
Open December 6 through the winter season!
www.boganlaneinn.com
Pontiac Lodge (906) 847-3364
Open All Winter (with the exceptions of Thanksgiving, Christmas Eve and Day and Easter Weekend)
www.pontiaclodge.com
Village Inn Suites (906) 847-8077
Open All Winter (with the exceptions of Thanksgiving, Christmas Eve and Day and Easter Weekend)
www.visuites.com
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Mackinac Island Winter Dining
Mustang Lounge
Mustang Lounge: Michigan’s Most Historic Tavern!
Family owned since 1964. Fully remodeled in 2008 using 200 year old timbers from the original fur trader warehouse construction. Famous for our custom hamburgers, exciting appetizers and homemade pizza!
Outside seating available overlooking the heart of downtown Mackinac.
Mustang Lounge
1485 Aster St
Mackinac Island, MI 49757
906-847-9916
Visit Mustang Lounge Website >>>>
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Huron Street Pub & Grill
Serving lunch and dinner year ’round. Pub fare in a casual setting. American bourbons, Irish whiskeys and a comprehensive European draught beer selection. Weekend entertainment.
Huron Street Pub & Grill
7304 Main Street
Mackinac Island, MI 49757
906-847-8255
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Mackinac Island Winter Transportation
Star Line Mackinac Island Ferry
Star Line Mackinac Island Ferry Winter Schedule
Winter Service – Star Line Mackinac Island Ferry
Star Line Mackinac Island Ferry offers winter ferry service from St. Ignace to Mackinac Island November thru April, weather permitting. (Service is halted during the winter when the harbors freeze over – generally sometime in January to sometime in March or April. [...] more...
Fresh Air Aviation
Daily Flights to Mackinac Island from St. Ignace
(Mackinac County Airport).
Come experience the difference! We only utilize twin engine aircraft piloted by highly experienced aviation professionals.
Come on, what are you waiting for! Ride with us and get a breath of Fresh Air. You’ll be glad you did!
Please call 231-237-9482 ext 2 for more information or reservations
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Great Lakes Air
We operate offices out of Mackinac County Airport in St. Ignace and in Alpena Michigan. Since acquiring Great Lakes Air in 2018 we merged with our Alpena operations to create a more diverse company. Our new management team has brought fresh ideas and continues making important improvements.
Your safety is our top priority. Our pilots are [...] more...
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Shopping
Open select days during Christmas season, please call ahead
Artists Market (906) 847-8225
Canvas & Paddle (906) 847-4020
Great Turtle Toys (906) 847-6118
Little Luxuries (906) 847-9980
Mackinac Outfitters (906) 847-6100
Mackinac Wheels (517) 575-8585, call ahead to reserve Fat Tire bikes.
Nephew’s of Mackinac (906) 847-3462
Rustic Chic Boutique/Sew U.P. Style Co. (906) 630-2813
Shopping – Open Year Round
Balsam Shop & Loon Feather, by appointment (906) 847-3592
Doud’s Market (906) 847-3444
Island Hardware (906) 847-6350
Skipper Store at Star Line Dock, open as long as ferries run (906) 847-3292
Vintage Glam Salon (906) 847-3290
Mackinac Island Fudge
JoAnn’s Fudge, mail order only at www.joannsfudge.com
Murdick’s Fudge (906) 847-3530, open for Christmas orders until December 20. www.originalmurdicksfudge.com
Ryba’s Fudge, mail order only at www.ryba.com
Getting Around
Mackinac Island Taxi Service (906) 847-3323; reservations required for service before 8:00 am or after 5:00 pm.
Mackinac Wheels (517) 575-8585; call ahead to reserve Fat Tire bikes.
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For More Information about winter on Mackinac Island visit: Mackinac Island Winter Season 2019-2020 at the Mackinac Island Tourism Bureau.
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Mackinac Island Winter Transportation On Facebook
Below are the latest postings from Winter Transportation On Facebook.
"Keep your distance!"
The boats are better at social distancing than some humans I know. Some people could learn a lesson from these boats.
Good Photo
Nice photo.
Looks like the U.S. Coast Guard Cutter ALDER.
One of the many blessings we are thankful for right now! Early morning sunrise over Mackinac Island
📷: Captain Sid
Hope to see it this summer. So beautiful.
Simply beautiful 💖
Good morning sweets!!
Thanks for sharing I miss it at this rate it's going to be a while before I see it
Beautiful!
Beautiful
Thanks for sharing Caption Sid!
So peaceful ❤️
Pretty
Beautiful
Beautiful ❤️
Oh my, What peacefulness thank you for the picture
I’m so hoping to go in late May/early June,but it’s looking like Fall
Bought our passes in November can't wait to go.
I forgot how much I miss the color blue in the sky!!!
Where,s da duck a.ka star line duck
Hell if I could travel I'd be there now
Peaceful
I want to go so bad
👏🏻👏🏻👏🏻
Star Line Mackinac Island Hydro-Jet Ferry’s winter boat “The Mighty Huron” travels to Mackinac Marine Services boat yard for major refurbishment and modernization.
For immediate release:
Star Line Mackinac Island Hydro-Jet Ferry’s vessel name the Huron, affectionately known as “The Mighty Huron” by many Mackinac Islanders, has been in service as the primary winter service boat to Mackinac Island since the early 1950s. She ran under the Arnold Line flag for most of her life and was acquired by Star Line Mackinac Island Hydro-Jet ferry in 2016 when Star Line purchased Arnold Line. Star Line merged the assets of Arnold into its operation and kept the Huron as the primary winter service boat.
During that time Star Line has made continuous improvements to the vessel. She has visited the Burger Boat yard twice since 2016 for some major hull replacement, other repairs to her internal structure and mechanical updates. These changes were made in preparation for the third and final update to the Huron which are scheduled to be completed this summer at the Mackinac Marine Services ship yard in Saint Ignace, Michigan.
Some of the modernization updates that Star Line has commissioned for the boat is a complete electrification of the vessels proposal system. The existing Caterpillar engine will be replaced with an electric drive system modeled after the new Tesla semi-truck platform. Including a Tesla Supercharging battery array and solar roof charging system. The upgrades will also include the installation of hydrofoils to the ship’s hull, allowing for greater speed and stability during its trips to Mackinac Island and back. In the winter, the hydrofoils can be outfitted with special edges which allow the boat to travel over the frozen lake surface.
Another critical modification is the addition of Star Line’s patented technology known as the “Hydro-Jet®”. The Hydro-Jet will give the boat a significant speed increase, which is needed to reach hydrofoil velocity and will also produce Star Line’s signature “Rooster Tail” water spray at the back of the boat. With these updates the Huron is expected to exceed speeds of 30 MPH.
When asked about the about the Huron’s updates Star Line Senior Fleet Captain Kyle Wallis said “She is a heck of a boat and has been servicing Mackinac Island for many decades. With these new modifications she will provide service to the future and beyond!”
Star Line’s CEO said “We are all excited to get the Mighty Huron back into service as the updates are expected to be completed ahead of scheduled and to be well under budget.”
Me & Jonny still think ya could pull skiers with them classic (not gonna fight them roostertails). www.google.com/imgres?imgurl=https%3A%2F%2Fvignette.wikia.nocookie.net%2Fjonnyquest%2Fimages%2Ff%...
I know I will be excited if I get the chance to ride one of your ferrys this year
Ok “guys “ no more , I’m too old for this stuff , totally believe in the goodness and truth of everyone!!!
The horses enjoying a smooth trip 😂👍
Cool. And I only know about hydrofoil design from reading The Hardy's Boys books😁!!
Have you considered using a drag chute? I"m afraid that the upgrades may cause you to overshoot the Island before you can get her stopped.
Pleased to read a good one!😆
Surface piercing hydrofoils?!? Everyone knows submerged hydrofoils have less drag and better control with active steering controls...I sure hope this is not an April fools joke...
Does employees from the island get a discount on tickets
"...ahead of schedule and under budget." 😅😅😅
The funniest part of this post is reading the comments from people completely missing the joke.
Will james bond be the pilot...
Somebody has too much time on their hands. Like all of us do.
Very well written. Almost had me!
Definitely April Fools....
Excellent!!!
does it run up on legs like this?
What, no flux capacitor? 🙂
Nice try!
Looks good with a blue bottom!
Nice looking fairy
Good one.😅😂🤣
Good one😂😂
That was good
Wow nice!!!
Super Duck has BIG news to share with you all! He broke FREE from the icy tundra and is now swimming freely in Lake Huron as of yesterday, March 30th, 2020! We searched our 1,000 plus guesses and the FIRST person to guess the correct date was Terry Jubenville! So congratulations Terry on your two free passes to Mackinac Island! We hope you enjoy your trip over on one of our hydro-jet ferries and experience everything the Island has to offer! We are looking forward to meeting you! 🐥‼️⛴
What a fun game. Early this year.
Quack,Quack I am finally in the water. 🦆🌊🌊
Congrats! That was fun.
In Alaska, there’s a huge contest every spring to guess when a tripod on the Tanana River breaks free. The winner/winners can get a big pay out. It’s been around for decades.
Congratulations to the winner! Enjoy your trip. I immensely enjoyed the ride that goes under the bridge!!!
Are the boats even running now?
I wish I had been reading more closely to know this was a contest.
Congratulations to the winner!
No,he was supposed to wait till Thursday
Congratulations
So beautiful 🤗
Awesome..🐥👏 Fun time's
Congratulations!!
Congratulations!!!
This was &un
Congrats 🤩
Congratulations
You can do it.
Congrats!
Where did it come from?
Congrats 🐥
Congrats!!!
Congrats
Darn I was 1 day too late
Congrats Terry!!
Look at what we were able to get a sneak peek of today and thought we would share it with you! Great Lakes Air Owner/CEO Dr. Robert Currier and President Brad Shriner shared a sneak peek of Great Lakes Air's newest member of the fleet, the Britten-Norman Islander. Our twin-engine, 9 passenger Britten-Norman Islander is equipped with synthetic vision avionics which provides improved situational awareness to flight crews, and comfort to our passengers. Keep watching our Facebook page for updates!
#airtour #mackinacisland #straitsarea #winterwonderland #upperpeninsula #greatlakesair #alpenamichigan #Michigan #brittennormanislander #airtaxi #stignace
Looks great. I’m also assuming being a twin engine this will able you to fly more during low ceiling weather vs your single engine planes?
How much longer till we see it being used?
What a cute plane.
Great Lakes Air just curious on the time frame this plane will be in operation?
She looks fantastic, can't wait to go for a ride.
I love Islanders- my dad flew them to Beaver Island for years ❤️
Sweet unit
Wow!!!!!!! Love it!!!
Awesome!!!
Nice!
Very nice !
Great
Nice
Cool
Thats what makes work while and stories worth telling. Ment 2 say worth while.
I'm sure Isaac Carstens will be excited to see this!
SWEET!! Congrats
Great
I like it!
Woo,hoo
You hiring ? I want to come fly it !!
Thx 4 sharing
Our Great Lakes Air family is sharing a Happy Birthday shout out to Jennifer Thorin-Savard our St. Ignace Office Administrator. Those of us that have the pleasure to work, fly or talk to her know she is always eager to serve.
We are thankful she is on our flight team and you can be too!
Thank you all so much!
Happy birthday
Happy Birthday
Happy Birthday young lady Hope you have a great day
Happy Birthday Jennifer!
Happy Birthday
Happy Birthday Jennifer!! You do a great job!👍
Happy Birthday from Tina Marie Steed. Jason Steed and Dottie Sue!🥰
Happy Birthday 🎊🎼🎂😊💕
Thank you to Joann and Rose for allowing GLA to be a part of this blessing. We are beyond honored to share in this experience with Debbie, her family, and the entire Mackinac Island Community. We are truly a part of something wonderful!Most grateful to Bob Currier and the Great Lakes Air staff for adding to the blessings that have been bestowed on Debbie Kornusky and her family by the Mackinac Island community.
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