Although there’s no overnight outdoor camping here, the charming town of Mackinac Island is perfect for a day trip full of outdoor activities. To stay over night, check out lakefront cabin rentals, forest cottages, and historic houses with linens and cooking products. Mackinac Island State Park gives campers plenty to do throughout the day from bike leasings, to kayak adventures on Lake Huron, to walkings to Fort Mackinac and the well-known Arch Rock. Strategy a Memorial Day getaway for mild weather and access to local celebrations. Those wanting to sleep under the stars can find camping areas on the mainland in Mackinaw City and St. Ignace– both a 20-minute Mackinac Island Ferryboat ride away. Remain in a lakeside recreational vehicle park with full hookups, discard stations, and laundry facilities, or go glamping at a provided yurt with a coffee station. For more Northern Michigan nature, head to Wilderness State Park, a 15-minute drive from Mackinaw City. Find 26 miles of lakeshore, a pet-friendly beach, and waterside camping areas with camping tent sites.
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