Mackinac Bridge Sunset/Lighthouse Cruises
Officially opened to traffic on November 1, 1957, the Mackinac Bridge celebrated 50 years of service in 2007. What better way to enjoy this magnificent structure than by getting up close and personal from the bottom up! This engineering marvel hides its greatest secrets beneath the waters of Lake Huron and Lake Michigan. Cross over it, cruise under it, and enjoy the Straits of Mackinac!
Sunset Cruises
Monday Night - Narrated Sunset Cruise under the Mackinac Bridge aboard Star Line Hydro-Jet Ferry. Call 1-800-638-9892 for reservations. Boat departs from Star Line Main Dock in St. Ignace in the evening unless prohibited due to weather. 2010 dates are: July 5, 12, 19, & 26, departting at 8:30 p.m.; and in August, 2, 9, & 16, departing at 8:00 p.m. You can also visit their website: www.mackinacferry.com
Vesper Cruises
Friday Night - Vesper Cruise under the Mackinac Bridge aboard the Arnold Line Ferry. Call 1-800-542-8528 for information. Boat departs from Arnold Line Dock #1 in St. Ignace in the evening unless prohibited due to weather. 2010 dates are July 4, 9, 16, 23 & 30, departing at 8:30 p.m., and August 6. 13, & 20, departing at 8:00 p.m. You can also visit their website: www.arnoldline.com
Lighthouse Cruises
Shepler's Mackinac Island Ferry also provides Lighthouse Cruises throughout June, July, August and September. You have the opportunity to see lighthouses up close; like you may never have seen them before! These cruises are 3 hours or longer. Call 1-800-828-6157 for more information, or visit their website: www.sheplersferry.com