Mackinac Bridge
An 8-km suspension bridge linking the upper and lower peninsulas of Michigan. Nicknamed the 'Mighty Mac,' it is a symbol of the Great Lakes region and can be seen from the island and from ferries.
The Mackinac Bridge opened in 1957 and spans about 8 km. Its main span of 1,158 m once made it the longest suspension bridge in the Western Hemisphere by distance between anchorages. It crosses the Straits of Mackinac, which connect Lake Michigan and Lake Huron. The full view of the bridge can be enjoyed from the west shore of Mackinac Island, from the Grand Hotel porch and from ferries. The bridge is especially lovely when lit up at night. Some ferry companies run evening cruises that sail close beneath it. Driving across costs about $4 to $5. On Labor Day each September, the bridge opens to pedestrians for a walk across. The best bridge-viewing spots also include the bridge-side park in Mackinaw City and the St. Ignace side.
Opening hours
All day
Nearby sights
- Old Mackinac Point Light
- Colonial Michilimackinac
- British Landing
- Grand Hotel
- Original Mackinac Island Butterfly House
- Round Island Light
- Market Street Historic Buildings
- Main Street & Fudge Shops