
September Stroll to Arch Rock
The summer season draws to a close in the North Woods. Join naturalist Kyle Bagnall for this easy guided stroll on the Mackinac Island Botanical Trail. Along the way, we’ll

The summer season draws to a close in the North Woods. Join naturalist Kyle Bagnall for this easy guided stroll on the Mackinac Island Botanical Trail. Along the way, we’ll

Join naturalist Kyle Bagnall on a guided walk to explore one of Mackinac Island’s oldest and most iconic rock formations. In August 1894, Major Clarence Bennet issued a warning to

Experience the magic of Mackinac by the light of the full moon on a guided walk with Park Naturalist, Kyle Bagnall. Starting behind Fort Mackinac, we’ll enjoy a stroll to

Presented by the Starling Shakespeare Company. The company will present alternating shows throughout the month – more information to come. Performances are in Marquette Park. Rain location is Mission Point

This afternoon ramble will reveal some of Mackinac Island’s most ancient wonders. Meet naturalist Kyle Bagnall at the Avenue of Flags, behind Fort Mackinac, where we’ll begin our hike. From

Our Park Naturalist, Kyle, is ready to set the story straight: Chimney Rock and Sunset Rock are not one and the same. Let’s revisit Chimney Rock:

More than 230 species of birds have been recorded on Mackinac Island and in the surrounding straits region. Here, we take a look at some detailed observations that a summer resident and ornithologist made in 1893.

Ice fishing has been an important part of the Straits for thousands of years, but dramatic scenes of net poles so numerous that they appeared almost as a forest are now nearly forgotten.

What’s the best season to visit the Straits of Mackinac? All of them! Learn a little about each season at the Straits:
Mackinac Island State Park cleanup is progressing well, and the park will be ready for the 2025 season. Click here to learn more.