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3 days
Michigan's northern shores
Sleeping Bear Dunes and cherry country, then a car-free island.
Photo: Arch Rock, Mackinac Island, Rupashibangla, CC0
This trip crosses the Canada–US border. Bring a valid passport or other accepted travel document, and check current entry rules before you go.
Researched from official sources. Not yet road-tested by our team.
Day 1 · Sleeping Bear
Dune Climb and the scenic drive.
Day 2 · Old Mission to the straits
Mission Point Lighthouse, then north to Mackinaw City.
Day 3 · Mackinac Island
Ferry over, bike the 8-mile loop, Arch Rock and Fort Mackinac.
The guides for this trip
Northern Michigan · United States
Traverse City
Cherry country, giant dunes and two bays of clear water.
Straits of Mackinac, Michigan · United States
Mackinac Island
A car-free island of bikes, horses, fudge and limestone arches.
Start this trip in the builder
Gas, meals, tickets and parking are extra. We favour free and low-cost stops.