TODAY’S HOURS: Park Open 24 Hours
MICHILIMACKINAC STATE PARK VISITOR’S CENTER: 9:00 a.m. – 5:00 p.m.
Michilimackinac State Park is Michigan’s second state park, established in 1909. Situated at the tip of Michigan’s lower peninsula, the park is bounded on the north by the beautiful waters of the Straits of Mackinac. It is the site of Colonial Michilimackinac, one of the most important fur trading posts of the 18th century, and Old Mackinac Point Lighthouse, known as the “Castle on the Straits” upon its completion.
Guests can walk along the beautiful shore of Lake Huron, enjoy a picnic or break in the shaded park, and enjoy incredible views of Old Mackinac Point Lighthouse, the Straits of Mackinac, Mackinac Island, and the Mackinac Bridge.
This is Mackinac.
Michilimackinac State Park is open 24 hours a day, 365 days a year. However, some buildings have seasonal hours:
Michilimackinac Visitor’s Center and Restrooms:
September 7 – October 3, 2026
9:00 a.m. – 5:00 p.m.
October 6 – October 11, 2026
9:00 a.m. – 5:00 p.m.
In addition to the Visitor’s Center, restrooms can be found in the center of the park.
September 7 – October 25, 2026
8:00 a.m. – 6:00 p.m.
Michilimackinac State Park is split between Cheboygan and Emmet Counties, and is located on the shore of the Straits of Mackinac. It is located two blocks north of downtown Mackinaw City, a bustling business district filled with hotels, restaurants, souvenir stores and fudge shops.
Street Addresses
All addresses are Mackinaw City, MI 49701.
Michilimackinac Visitor’s Center: 102 West Straits Avenue
Old Mackinac Point Lighthouse: 526 North Huron Avenue
Administrative Office: 207 West Sinclair
Michilimackinac State Park sits at the northern-most point of the Lower Peninsula of Michigan, and offers an unparalleled view of the Mackinac Bridge, Straits of Mackinac, Mackinac Island, and the Upper Peninsula. The Mackinac Bridge actually cuts through the park.
The park is home to two historic attractions: Colonial Michilimackinac and Old Mackinac Point Lighthouse. The Old Mackinac Point Lighthouse Signal Tower also resides within the park.
Mackinac Associates, the friends group to Mackinac State Historic Parks, is looking to transform the 15-acres of Michilimackinac State Park between the Colonial Michilimackinac Visitor’s Center and Old Mackinac Point Lighthouse into a gathering space worthy of the incredible setting. Learn more here.
The Bridgeview Gazebo is nestled in the middle of the park and is available for wedding ceremonies. Click here for more information.
Several picnic tables and charcoal BBQ grills are located throughout the park. Charcoal is not provided.
