Mackinac Bridge

Update — Currently colder than a Nun’s boob. Feeling betrayed. I really wanted to write a good review, but current frigidity prevents it.

There is nothing I can say about Mackinac Bridge that others haven’t explained much better already! It’s a lovely bridge and location, and has the transitional vibe of an international boundary without any of the hassle since you’re just entering Michigan’s Upper Peninsula! One thing I didn’t realize until our visit is that there is no pedestrian traffic allowed on the bridge. They do an event on Labor Day when the public is allowed to travel by foot across the bridge, but normally it is forbidden.

Walked the bridge on Labor Day again this year. Rainy at the beginning but sun came out about halfway and it got warm with a nice breeze. Love doing this event. Long way to go but went with friends and family and made it a 4 day weekend. Planning on next year already.

The Golden Gate of the Midwest! The Mackinac Bridge connects the lower and upper peninsulas of Michigan and divides Lakes Michigan and Huron. Five miles shore to shore and costs $ 4 for vehicles to cross. Keep an eye out and you will see iron ore boats, sailboats, and ferries shuttling visitors to Mackinac Island!
Stop at Colonial Michilimackinac and you can get great views and pictures of the bridge. The rest stop on the north side of the bridge has a visitor’s center w/​more details on the history and a full miniature replica of the bridge for those interested.
The bridge requires constant painting & upkeep, so don’t be surprised if a lane is closed or traffic is slow going.

This bridge is a beautiful icon and represents not only Michigan, but the beauty of up north. As a kid I would go up north for camp as a kid, and while at camp we would go to Mackinac city and Mackinac Island. This bridge is visible from I-​75 as your pulling up to the tippity top of the state, and is beautiful to look at.
The bridge was completed in 1957 connecting the upper and lower peninsula’s, and also acts as a light house replacement for the boats that go underneath. This was my first time crossing it, and let me tell you, it’s absolutely beautiful. 42,000 miles of cable hold it up, and it seems to be in really good shape considering it’s age.
They have look out points on either side, but we liked the one on the St. Ignace side better. It’s exit 343 as your getting off the bridge. We stopped and took some photos not only while driving but at the lookouts as well.
It’s cash only and they get you at the St. Ignace side, so have bills available. Make this a point of crossing when up north, as it’s a beautiful view. Also, it’s not as scary as you would think. It was a fun easy drive!
Oh, and this is review 900 for me!!!

It’s time to get with the times and accept credit cards. It’s unbelievable that people could get together and spend $ 99 million to build the fifth longest suspension bridge in the world, but they can’t invest in a Square.

Always a pleasure to see the bridges that binds Michigan together! Very scenic and very cool to see all the frozen water during the winter.

Cool bridge. Worth the ride, but you should know that you will pay $ 4 to cross over and then $ 4 to come back. Not sure it was worth $ 8 just to ride over a super long suspension bridge?!!

The Mackinac Bridge is currently the fifth longest suspension bridge in the world.
The bridge is quite awesomely structured and Engineered. It stands tall & long and is a good drive on the bridge. The bridge carries 2 lanes each side and is well paved. You will have to pay $ 4/​car toll each way.

The most beautiful bridge in the world. Love the Mighty Mac. It is the dividing line between «up north» and home. Always excited to see it

Connecting trolls and Yoopers. 5 miles from shore to shore.
When crossing with family it is a tradition to scream the entire way. I don’t recommend this tradition, as it is both annoying, and difficult to sustain such screaming, but traditions die hard and we scream as we cross.
Another more charitable tradition is paying for the car behind you as you cross the bridge. Spread some Michigander cheer as you head «up north» and pay for the car behind you.