Recent Mackinac County Articles
You Have to See These 11 Epic Photos from Michigan Sky Media
Tyler Leipprandt, the Traverse City–based content creator and certified drone pilot behind Michigan Sky Media photography, is known for hanging out...
March Swoon List: What Our Editors Are Obsessed with This Month
Maple syrup season; Mackinac Island’s quiet, snowy season; musician Dominic Fortuna ... here’s what our editors at Traverse Northern Michigan are...
15 Family-Friendly Activities Across Northern Michigan
For a family day out or all-ages fun with the grandparents, we've rounded up 15 of our favorite family-friendly outings across Northern Michigan,...
Ashlyn’s Picks: 7 Festivals & Events Taking Place This Weekend
From Suttons Bay to Michigan’s Upper Peninsula there’s plenty of fun to be had this weekend in Northern Michigan. Check out these 7 winter festivals...
4 Northern Michigan Snowshoe Hikes for the Entire Family
Play detective and get up close and personal with nature like never before this winter. From a guided hike to three of our favorite family-friendly...
20 Local Festivals & Events You Won’t Want to Miss in February
Northern Michigan is bustling with exciting and unique winter events! From Traverse City Comedy Fest to the North American Vasa, Valentine's dinners...
Where to Find Breathtaking Blue Ice In Northern Michigan
When freezing temps descend slow and steady on the Straits of Mackinac in winter and conditions are just right, a forest of icy blue shards sets a...
Ashlyn’s Picks: 18 Christmas & New Year’s Eve Celebrations
We’re counting down the final days of 2022! Whether you’re searching for an upscale dinner or a family-friendly holiday party, you’ll want to check...
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Fun Mackinac Facts for Kids
Kids will have a great time on Mackinac Island or at Fort Michilimackinac even if they don’t know these fun—and sometimes gory—facts. But why not share some of the history, including links to terrific articles you can read together, so all of you get the very most out of a visit to the Mackinac Straits region?
Mackinac Island Forts Where History Comes Alive
Mackinac Island is home to two historic forts: Fort Mackinac and Fort Holmes. A visit to these extraordinarily well-preserved sites is about as close to a marching order as you’ll get during your vacation.
Five Free Stops on a Mackinac Island Bike Ride
Explore Arch Rock and British Landing, take a swim and take in the view all on your Mackinac Island bike ride.
Butterfly House, Carriage Rides and More
Step into a beautiful oasis where butterflies of every type fly free and often settle upon you or your little one. Then grab some fudge and take a carriage ride around the island.
Tips for Rock Hunting
Northern Michigan beaches are a known paradise for rock hunters. Use these tips and set your kids loose on the Mackinac Island shoreline and relish the treasures found.
Fudge! A Mackinac Island Must
Mackinac Island discovered a long time ago that it has the perfect climate for making fudge and the island has never looked back. Take your kids to watch fudge being made, then find a beautiful spot to dig in!
