The Perfect Day on Mackinac Island in Michigan

Mackinac Island is a charming place with horse-drawn carriages waiting to whisk you away through streets that feel untouched by time. Around each corner, you will smell the sweet temptation of fudge that lofts from many of the store windows and indulge in great food and fantastic shopping. Plus, grab a bike and head out on a 8 mile ride around the island. We really fell in love with Mackinac Island and had the perfect day exploring this special place. Let us know what we left off in the comments!

Chapters
0:00 Intro
0:29 Ferry and Mackinac Bridge
1:40 Downtown Mackinac
3:26 Mackinac Island Carriage Tour
5:18 Wings of Mackinac
6:26 Carriage Tour Continues
7:00 Arch Rock
8:00 Fort Mackinac
9:59 Pink Pony
11:35 Biking around the Island
14:44 Grand Hotel
17:21 Buying Fudge and a Fudge Review

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[quietreader]

Fun Fact: The Mackinac State Park portion of the Island used to be a National Park! In fact, Mackinac National Park was the second oldest National Park, with the first being Yellowstone!

It was a National Park from 1875 to 1895, and covered 821 acres of the Island with 103 acres belonging to the Fort and the rest was privately owned.

[ZormaHalik]

I eagerly await each of your episodes..where will Josh and Paps take me this time and…you will show me a beautiful corner of the US through your lenses. Thank you for the great work. I love you, you are a great family.

[iamwindchakra]

I love that you include little popups about what prices are per person. So helpful

[zyzzuschrist]

You’re such a happy person. Makes watching the video very enjoyable 😊

[DoctorNysterious]

Please thumb up 👍 Those who loves their dads.
Lots of love ❤

[DSCSF]

My son (now 35 yrs old) did that eight mile loop on a bike with training wheels when he was 4 yrs old! It took a lot of breaks and coaxing and a lot more time than it should have, but he did it! lol, I don't know what we were thinking when we decided to do that lol

[jdonnelly]

I lived in Los Angeles for the past twenty years and have been following you for almost as long to learn about California destinations. This past January we moved to Michigan and I am THRILLED to see a video set in Michigan. You're the best, dude!!!

[cindywestlake]

Every since I watched Somewhere In Time back to the 80s, I wanted to go to this Island. I had no idea there was so much to do there! We are definitely gonna make it there, thanks Josh!!!!

[ssmith]

A day trip to Mackinac Island is so much fun. If you ever get the chance, stay a couple of nights. Completely different vibe in the evening and morning. The Pink Pony (the outdoor bar is below the restaurant) in the evening is the place to be. The rum runners be flowing! Many hotel options with various price points. I like Mission Point.

I do a solo seven mile hike when my wife and I visit. I start by hiking up the bluff near Mission Point, then head to arch rock. From there, go to skull cave. Then past the Cemeteries and on to Fort Holmes. Fort Holmes is at the highest point on the island and requires walking up another bluff (more stairs). There is no cost to tour the Fort. Most people don't know it's there. From there, I hike past Fort Mackinac and the small airport. The other side of the island has a few more geologic formations (a shallow cave and "crack in the island"). Then on to British Landing. The hike continues back through town and onto Mission Point (or whatever hotel you're staying at).

Thank you so much for this video and all the others you do. I love watching your content.

[TraverseCityGuide]

What a great episode! Thanks for visiting our beautiful state! Next time you’re in Michigan stop in traverse city! ❤

[Texastee]

I am so glad that you and your father visited Mackinac Island in my home state of Michigan. Some people just associate Michigan with American cars, Kelloggs Cereal, Madonna, Eminem and Detroit! 😄

[laidbackleo]

Smiles and good vibes! Really enjoyed watching this as a Michigander.

[Katmai_Bear_]

Native northern Illinoisan here. I haven't been to Mackinac Island in years, but it doesn't look like it has changed much. Still a charming trip back in time. I love that motorized vehicles are still not allowed. It's a magical place. Thank you for taking us along!

[EZDZ]

Been waiting for you to come see my state. Living in Michigan my entire life I know what a gem this is. A little classy unique tourist trap

[skinnwalker]

What a beautiful island. I feel rejuvenated just by watching the video!

[vickibryant]

I've been enjoying your travels for the past 2 years and I am so excited that you are in my home state!!! I can't help smiling throughout the entire video!! I am so glad you enjoyed your time in our little gem, Mackinac Island!!!

[kbmightmight]

I have lived in Michigan my whole life and I'll be 65 in a few months. I have never been to Mackinac Island 😮 I need to do this with my grandkids!

[iacobustres]

So many memories in this video of our trip there 10 years ago. Time to go back again. But for now, I'm in the mood to watch "Somewhere in Time". Thanks so much for sharing your adventure. I'm so glad you found it an enjoyable way to spend a day!

[markyuen]

1. DONUTS AND FUDGE!!!! WOO HOO!!!! . 2. Whoever has to pick up the horse poop pretty much has a steady job forever. 3. Looks like I have to put Mackinac Island on my bucket list of places to visit. Great video Pops.

[gloriakulas]

U.P. and N.S. and BWCA so much to explore. Enjoying watching you and dad