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.
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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
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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.
While we wait for the ice to thaw, our favorite horse teams are still hard at work making deliveries on Mackinac Island!
Is the Grand Hotel closed in the winter
My stent on the island when it was like this didn't go well for me. I chuckle because its just my luck. I was working for the Grand at the time. I fell on ice, as many of us did going up the hill. Broke a rib in that event and did some damage to my left leg. I had to leave a great job and go home totally defeated. I love the island but will not come back during the winter LOL Sure is beautiful though.
I hope these sweet babies get a vacation before the busy season starts. 🏖
I found out all or most all of the horse's are or were trained by the Amish.
I see motorized vehicles in the pix. ! !
I would love to rent a place up there for one winter. I think that would be a great experience.
My favorites in the summer to💜
They love to pull.
Nice winter scenes of Mackinac Island.
Wish that I was there!
Awesome pictures ❤️
Love these "gentle giants"! 🐴🐴🐴🐴🐴🐴🐴🐴🐴🐴🐴🐴
GREAT place to visit
Remember riding around the island with light snow and sleet pelting down.
Can’t wait to come back❤️❤️❤️❤️
Love the horses!
Ah love that place❤️❤️❤️❤️
Love that place.
Beautiful Mackinac Island !
Gorgeous, just gorgeous. ♥️♥️
Great photos
Nice photos
Is there any place to rent a snowmobile?
Beautiful horses
did it freeze over for the trail to mackinaw
Sad day in the straights today. Due to the current ice conditions, we have had to cease winter service until further notice. We will keep everyone up to date with any further developments. We look forward to seeing you all again soon once the ice thaws. Until then, take a look at this video that Captain Sid was able to film before we were frozen in!
Best Wishes over the Winter.... stay warm. 🌷
coming hot. be safe and stay warm
Stay warm and safe
Stay safe guys.
See you in the fall
Be safe.
That's a lot of frozen water.
Keep safe.
For "mild" winter's such as this year, has the Island ever considered installing "bubblers?"
Rick Johnson Johnson it’s ice bridge time! 😎
Katherine Stead we're gonna haff to wait....⚓️
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Happy Valentines Day! Speaking of this lovely holiday, if you or someone you know is planning their special day on Mackinac Island we can help! Contact our group sales reps for wedding information. Send us an email anytime to reserve your wedding group rates at groups@mackinacferry.com!
When my daughter was married on the island 10 years ago, everyone on the island was amazing from the moment we arrived!
Beautiful
Are you running the Valentine's Day ticket 2 for 1 sale this year?
Beautiful
WOW!
Little chilly out today!
Thank u Starline u are the best
Beautiful pictures ❤️
It's beautiful from the inside looking out. 75 here today
ChIlly. but SUNNY!
I would say cold. Great picture. 👍❤️
Fantastic!
Beautiful
Brrrr 🥶❄️
Buuuurrrrr, it was 13 here in Muskegon at 8am.
Brrrr
Wow That sky 😮
Are there cars out there
Brrr!
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?
She looks fantastic, can't wait to go for a ride.
I love Islanders- my dad flew them to Beaver Island for years ❤️
SWEET!! Congrats
Wow!!!!!!! Love it!!!
I'm sure Isaac Carstens will be excited to see this!
Awesome!!!
Great
Very nice !
Sweet unit
Thats what makes work while and stories worth telling. Ment 2 say worth while.
Nice
Nice!
How much longer till we see it being used?
I like it!
Great Lakes Air just curious on the time frame this plane will be in operation?
What a cute plane.
Cool
Great
Woo,hoo
Thx 4 sharing
You hiring ? I want to come fly it !!
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 Jennifer!! You do a great job!👍
Happy Birthday young lady Hope you have a great day
Happy Birthday from Tina Marie Steed. Jason Steed and Dottie Sue!🥰
Happy Birthday Jennifer!
Happy Birthday
Happy Birthday
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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