On this guided bicycle tour, join Kyle Bagnall, Park Naturalist, as we search for features that are long lost, forgotten, or no longer exist today. Hear tales of Deer Park, Listening Hill, Dousman’s Distillery, Chimney Rock, Mount Humbard, Wishing Spring – and more! This journey starts behind Fort Mackinac (Huron Road) and covers about 6 […]
Join us for an evening walk through the island’s cemeteries with Mackinac State Historic Parks’ Interpretation Coordinator, Jack Swartzinski. Jack will guide guests through the Catholic, Protestant, and Military cemeteries, explaining their history and pointing out historic graves in each. Meet at the Post Cemetery. This is a free tour – donations welcome. Wear comfortable […]
Experience the magic of Mackinac by the light of the full moon on a guided walk with naturalist Kyle Bagnall. Meet behind Fort Mackinac (Huron Road), then stroll to the highest point of the island at Fort Holmes. We’ll arrive in time to watch the full moon rise over Lake Huron, illuminating the landscape below. […]
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 savor summer wonders and look for early signs of autumn, including migrating songbirds. At Arch Rock, enjoy one of the island’s most spectacular views and […]
Race the Island perimeter with 1800 participants in this scenic summer-ending event. Don’t miss the 55th running of one of the oldest races and most picturesque races in Michigan! #thisismackinac #runmackinac
Join naturalist Kyle Bagnall on a guided walk to search for Mackinac Island’s amazing evergreens. We’ll discover fragrant cedar and fir, towering spruce and stately pines. Learn how people and animals rely on these special species of our North Woods landscape. Meet behind Fort Mackinac (Huron Road) for a 1.5-mile walk over paved roads and […]
