Recent Mackinac Island Articles
11 Ways to Celebrate New Year’s Eve 2025 in Northern Michigan
You don't need to be at Times Square to have a spectacular New Year's Eve. Northern Michigan is brimming with festive parties, fireworks and...
30 October Events to Put On Your Fall Bucket List
October’s arrival in Northern Michigan brings cider sipping and harvest festivities. We've included a bit of something for everyone on this list of...
Summer Day Trips: 9 Small Towns in Petoskey-Mackinac Straits
Welcome to the sweet small towns (and one island!) of the Petoskey-Mackinac Straits region. Check out these travel ideas for your next Northern...
10 Outdoor Dining Favorites Near Petoskey & Mackinac Straits
Waterfront restaurants, bluff-top hangouts, a family-friendly farm—these are some of our favorite outdoor dining spots in Petoskey, Harbor Springs...
30+ Northern Michigan Events You Can’t Miss This July
From fruit-themed festivals to outdoor concerts, these 30+ summer events offer a great excuse to use up a few vacation days. This is a MyNorth.com...
A (Slightly Fudged) History of Mackinac Island Fudge
The origins of fudge are about as opaque as a block of the beloved treat, but the theories swirling about are pretty sweet. This article first...
Photos of the Month: Surreal Northern Michigan Skyscapes
May was simply magical! From dancing ribbons of light to summery sunsets and mystic starry skies, these photos shared with us on Instagram this past...
Start Your Summer with 20 Northern Michigan Events
As summer returns in Northern Michigan, our weekends and evenings are filled with barbecues, bonfires and any excuse to enjoy a few brews in the...
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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’s 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!
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