Michigan’s Mackinac Island is known as the No.1 island of the continental U.S. for a reason- located on Lake Huron, this place is symbolic of summertime magic. Boasting charming shops, sophisticated eateries, gorgeous accommodations, waterfront experiences, and more, the island really has something fun for everyone. And if it weren’t already sweet enough, this special island produces roughly five tons of fudge each day during the tourism season!

Full of victorian charm, Mackinac Island is one of the most unique places to visit in the U.S.
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Families enjoy the scenic beaches and picturesque streets of the island every day.
Horse-drawn carriages frequent the streets and remain a preferred method of transportation, as cars are not allowed on the island.
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The island is so nostalgic for an old-world charm that it was featured in the film "Somewhere In Time".
The fairy-tale ambiance continues as the scent of freshly-made fudge wafts through downtown.
Original Murdick's Fudge/Facebook
Aside from Mackinac Island's incredible Main Street shopping, natural wonders, and ferry boat rides, the island is well known for its fudge. The history of this sweet, creamy candy can be traced back over 100 years.

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When Mackinac Island transitioned from an area known for fur-trading to a vacation destination, it became associated with sweets!
Joann's Fudge of Mackinac Island/Facebook
Today, there are 13 fudge shops, and testing the freshly made flavors remains a favorite activity of visitors.
When it comes to finding a place to stay on the island, there's no shortage of amazing options to choose from.
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There's so much to experience on the island that it's a good idea to plan to stay at least one night. The island has a variety of hotels, resorts, and bed and breakfast-style accommodations to choose from.
For a small island, there's a surprising amount of restaurants to choose from.
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There's a lot of fresh fish to be found at the eateries on the island, but if that's not your thing, don't worry- there are plenty of other options for guests with dietary preferences.
The beautiful coast can be explored by bike or by boat, but that's only the beginning of the outdoor activities in the area.
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There are several trails nearby, as well as impressive limestone formations, such as Arch Rock (pictured above).

Whether you’ve been to this special place before, or you’re thinking of making your first trip, you can visit MackinacIsland.org for more information.

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