Watch: How Mackinac Island Residents Get Groceries In The Winter
A Mackinac Island mom and her daughter trade cars for a snowmobile as they ride into town to shop at Doud’s Market and grab ingredients for chicken pot pie.
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New Ferry Policy Could Affect Your Next Mackinac Island Trip
Mackinac Island ferry rules for e-bikes have changed. Here’s what travelers need to know before their next trip to the car-free island.
What It’s Like to Live Car-Free on Mackinac Island Through Snowy Winters
Mackinac Island is car-free — even in winter. So how do residents get around? Get a glimpse at what winter is like on the island.
What Makes Mackinac Island One of America’s Most Uncommon Memorial Sites
Learn why this small cemetery earned a rare national designation, placing it among iconic memorials like Arlington and Pearl Harbor.
Holiday Travel Update: Michigan Fudge Approved for TSA
Holiday travelers in Michigan wonder if Mackinac Island fudge is TSA safe. Learn the rules, the history, and why this very Michigan dilemma keeps going viral.
The Time Detroit Was Invaded And Captured By The British
The only time in U.S. history an American city surrendered to a foreign army started right here in Michigan.
Tourist Season Ends as Horses Begin to Leave Mackinac Island
As fall settles over Mackinac Island, hundreds of horses depart, ending the 2025 season on this famously car-free Michigan destination.
Mackinac Island’s Oldest Building Tells A Story Of Resilience
Picture biting into a locally sourced meal, all while surrounded by echoes of history at Michigan’s oldest building. There’s something special about dining where stories linger.
Jane Seymour Returns To Mackinac Island, Reunited With Iconic Rowboat 45 Years Later
The Grand Hotel reunion turned extra special when Jane Seymour signed the long-lost boat from the film’s poster scene.
Watch: CBS Shines Spotlight on Michigan’s Car-Free Mackinac Island
CBS Sunday Morning highlights Mackinac Island, a car-free Michigan gem where history, charm, and horse-drawn carriages create a timeless escape.
Michigan Gem Crowned Best Fall Travel Destination in America
Mackinac Island has been voted the No. 1 fall destination in America by USA Today readers, thanks to its colorful foliage, rich history, and seasonal celebrations.
M-185: America’s Only Car-Free Highway
Michigan’s M-185 is the only highway in America where cars are banned—a two-wheeled or horse-powered paradise since 1901. Expect gorgeous views and tourists regretting that extra fudge.