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Mackinac Island

Mackinaw Bridge
Mackinaw Bridge
Seeing the sights and learning while in Mackinac Island
The view from atop Fort Mackinac. The cannons get fired every day at set times. The fort also features other revolutionary war reenactments and musket firings. #MackinacIsland #Greatlakes #Cannon #Fort
The Yamagasa: The Yamagasa (or Yamakasa) are very large floats, and are the focal point of the festival. There are four regions of Tobata which participate: Higashi, Nishi, Tenraiji and Nakabaru. Each region has a large Yamagasa for men and a small one for boys, making eight main floats in total. During the festival in the daytime, the eight official floats with twelve great flags hoisted on the four large ones are carried for a parade, followed by some small floats for children. But in the nighttime, the floats are completely transformed into pyramids of light—huge Lantern Yamakasa floats, their decorations with the flags removed. Each with twelve layers of 309 lanterns, 10 meters high, and 1.5 tons in weight, is shouldered by about 100 carriers. To move the Yamagasa is an art which requires concerted lifting by all the carriers. To ensure that they do it successfully, they all shout "yoitosa, yoitosa" together in a rhythmic chant with drums and cymbals. Source: Wikipedia #endlesssummer

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Seeing the sights and learning while in Mackinac Island

Fort Mackinac

You can find out about the history of Mackinac Island with a visit to Fort Mackinac. Amble around this family-friendly area's lakeside or seek out the cycling trails.

Fort Mackinac
A view of Lake Huron to the right and Mackinac Island from Arch rock

Arch Rock

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Explore the lovely green spaces of Arch Rock and enjoy the cycling trails in Mackinac Island. Wander through the lakeside and beautiful beaches in this family-friendly area.

Arch Rock

Top hotels in East Bluff

Hamilton Inn Select Beachfront Mackinaw City

Hamilton Inn Select Beachfront Mackinaw City

3 out of 5
701 S Huron Avenue Mackinaw City MI
Stay at this beach hotel in Mackinaw City. Enjoy free breakfast, free Wi-Fi and free parking. Our guests praise the pool and the helpful staff in their reviews. ...
8/10 Very Good! (2,586 reviews)
We reserved a handicap accessible room and there was no walk-in shower. It was a tall tub with grab bars. The beds were also at a height that was not easy to get up into/ handicap accessible at all. The man at the desk clarified that it was in fact their accessible room. For anyone that thinks that ...

Reviewed on 25 Feb 2026

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Mission Point Resort

Mission Point Resort

3.5 out of 5
One Lakeshore Drive Mackinac Island MI
Stay at this spa resort in Mackinac Island. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, a full-service spa and 3 restaurants. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms in ...
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Breakers Resort & Beach Bar

Breakers Resort & Beach Bar

3.5 out of 5
927 North State Street St Ignace MI
Stay at this beach hotel in St Ignace. Enjoy free breakfast, free Wi-Fi and free parking. Our guests praise the breakfast and the restaurant in their reviews. ...
9.4/10 Exceptional! (1,311 reviews)
Very safe and nice location. Great view of Mackinaw Island. Very clean hotel. Nice hit tub and pool. Nice beds. I can't say enough great things about this hotel. We will definitely be back.

Reviewed on 27 Feb 2026

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Island House Hotel

Island House Hotel

3.5 out of 5
6966 Main Street Mackinac Island MI
Stay at this historic hotel in Mackinac Island. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, 2 restaurants and 2 bars/lounges. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms in ...
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Holiday Inn Express Mackinaw City by IHG

Holiday Inn Express Mackinaw City by IHG

3 out of 5
364 N Louvingney St Mackinaw City MI
The price is ฿3,045 per night from 4 Mar to 5 Mar
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4 Mar - 5 Mar
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Stay at this business-friendly hotel in Mackinaw City. Enjoy free breakfast, free Wi-Fi and free parking. Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful staff ...
9/10 Wonderful! (1,003 reviews)
Nice place to stay, great location, very friendly staff

Reviewed on 26 Feb 2026

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Pine Cottage Bed & Breakfast

Pine Cottage Bed & Breakfast

2.5 out of 5
1427 Bogan Lane Mackinac Island MI
Stay at this B&B in Mackinac Island. Enjoy free breakfast, free Wi-Fi and a 24-hour front desk. Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful staff in their ...
9.2/10 Wonderful! (732 reviews)
courteous staff with wonderful breakfasts. It's a very old establishment and very comfortable.

Reviewed on 22 Dec 2025

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Other neighbourhoods around East Bluff

Arch Rock Mackinac Island Michigan USA

Downtown Mackinac Island

If you're spending some time in Downtown Mackinac Island, Mackinac Island State Park and Lake Huron are top sights worth seeing.

Downtown Mackinac Island
skyline of mackinac island with white houses and a white church on lake huron

Harrisonville

If you're spending some time in Harrisonville, Lake Huron and Mackinac Island State Park are top sights worth seeing.

Harrisonville
Beautiful Panoramic Scene of Mackinac Island Michigan and State Harbor Marina

Hubbard's Annex

While visiting Hubbard's Annex, you might make a stop by sights like Lake Huron and Mackinac Island State Park.

Hubbard's Annex

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