MIKE
BACKINAC
Share the ride.
If you've ever biked Mackinac, then you know Mike Backinac
Welcome to Mike Backinac! Discover the joy of biking on Michigan’s scenic gem. Share your biking adventures, trails, and island tales with us. Let’s ride!
BIKING MACKINAC ISLAND
Let the ride take you away from the everyday… There’s one special thing about Mackinac, the bike ride around the Island. Whether it’s a solo ride to see the sunrise or a family ride to Arch Rock, everyone has that special memory & story to share.
Recent STORIES
Happy Birthday Grand Hotel!
Happy birthday to one of the most beautiful hotels in the world. A must, once in a lifetime stay.
Best way to see and enjoy the island
My family goes to Mackinac Island every year. We truly enjoy every trip. We feel the best way to experience the island is on a bike. You get to see private spaces, and enjoy the peacefulness and beauty.
Mackinac Policy Conference on the Island – Always a Blast
Last week, I had the opportunity to attend the Mackinac Policy Conference hosted by the Detroit Regional Chamber of Commerce. I stayed at the Island House for the week, and got to breakfast at the 1852 Grill Room. Both the stuffed French toast and the omelet were...
PLAN & expand YOUR VISIT
Upcoming Island Events
Vintage baseball game
July 27th / 6:30 pm - 8:00 pm
A vintage game of “base ball” as it was meant to be played, barehanded and by gentlemen’s rules on the old Fort Mackinac ball field behind Fort Mackinac, the oldest continually used ball field in Michigan!
2024 Mackinac Island Fudge Festival
August 23rd - 25th
For the entire weekend, the Mackinac Island Fudge Festival celebrates the Island’s most famous treat and features a number of fudge-related, fun & family events! Some of the activities include fudge-making demonstrations, fudge-inspired food and cocktails, an outdoor movie, family games, and more!
15 Best Islands in the Continental U.S.
Mackinac Island voted # 3
Islands were specifically rated on the criteria below: * Natural attractions/beaches * Activities/sights * Restaurants/food * People/friendliness * Value
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