Mackinac Island Michigan 2023 (KNOW BEFORE YOU GO!)

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    Mackinac Island Michigan 2020- What to know before you go!
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    Our Grand Design RV may still be in Munising, MI, but we are spending the day in Mackinac Island! It's an amazing place to visit. Mackinac Island is located in Lake Huron, visible from Mackinaw City and the Mackinac Bridge and between Michigan's lower and upper peninsula. There are so many attractions to visit while on the island but remember you can't have anything motorized. You can rent a bike, horse carriage, or get your steps in. Shepler's Ferry was a great ride to and from the island. If you're looking for a great day trip, consider visiting Mackinac Island.
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Komentáře • 228

  • @mattheweurich33
    @mattheweurich33 Před 3 lety +31

    This brought back memories, I worked on the Island for a summer while in college.. a very memorable experience. I defiantly recommend staying overnight! The night life is a lot fun! The downtown has a completely different vibe at night. My wife and I have been to the island twice and stayed overnight both times. The sunsets and sunrises never get old. I will never forget the sunrises seen at Arc Rock.

    • @1StrangeAdventure
      @1StrangeAdventure  Před 3 lety +1

      Very cool! We will definitely go back and spend more time there. Thanks so much for watching😁

    • @midlifeandnailingit6342
      @midlifeandnailingit6342 Před 2 lety +1

      Me too!!! Gotta do the bar crawl and for God’s sake get off that damn strip folks! That’s just not where it’s at. :)

  • @forsenuff2011
    @forsenuff2011 Před 2 lety +5

    Spent every summer on Mackinac growing up. My grandparents owned Harts Haven which is still operating ( now Hart’s) on Market Street.. can’t miss its red roof. I have many many wonderful memories of the Island. Thanks for sharing.

  • @ThriftyAngela
    @ThriftyAngela Před 3 lety +2

    Wow! Beautiful! I need to visit here! Loved the ferry! Really great video! Thanks for sharing!

    • @1StrangeAdventure
      @1StrangeAdventure  Před 3 lety

      It is a beautiful place and was a great experience. Thanks for watching!

  • @chapmansus1
    @chapmansus1 Před 3 lety

    What a beautiful place to visit, and a wonderful video, thanks for sharing your wonderful trip.😊

    • @1StrangeAdventure
      @1StrangeAdventure  Před 3 lety

      It was such a cool place. Kind of frozen in time which made it that much nicer. Glad you enjoyed it. Thanks for watching! 😊

  • @50statestraveler
    @50statestraveler Před 3 lety +12

    I agree with you when you say that it feels like entering Disney. That’s exactly my thoughts, it’s like walking in Disney’s Main street. LOL
    You covered so much and that’s awesome! I do enjoy a narrative video like this. Well done! 💜

    • @1StrangeAdventure
      @1StrangeAdventure  Před 3 lety

      Thanks! We really enjoyed your video as well! =)

    • @basedmathh
      @basedmathh Před 2 lety

      I seriously was thinking the exact same thing couple this with the island itself having that dropping off on tom sawyer island feel.

  • @HowToRV
    @HowToRV Před 3 lety +6

    I love ferry’s. We have near hear that takes us by car to an old town area. This was a great video. I really gotta get up to Michigan.

    • @1StrangeAdventure
      @1StrangeAdventure  Před 3 lety

      Michigan is a beautiful place to explore and we hope to make it back up there. Maybe next time we ca explore together! 😊

  • @bluskyodyssey
    @bluskyodyssey Před 3 lety +3

    Mackinac Island looks like such a fun and relaxing place to visit. First stop would be that fudge shop :) The coast is so pretty, and the sunset and rainbow were amazing. Nice you got to meet Northwoods, I hope Corey is feeling better. What a trip! Thanks for sharing. Debbie - BluWave Odyssey

    • @1StrangeAdventure
      @1StrangeAdventure  Před 3 lety

      It was an amazing place and are glad we got to share it with you! Meeting Northwoods was awesome! As always, thank you for watching! 😊

  • @keithhuotari2571
    @keithhuotari2571 Před 3 lety +2

    Just watched this video--well done! I live in Iron Mountain-Kingsford. Been to the Island many times, and just booked a few nights for June with my wife. Going to the Island and the Mackinac area never gets old to me! (Steve Orchard)

    • @1StrangeAdventure
      @1StrangeAdventure  Před 3 lety +1

      Thank you! We loved the island and can’t wait to go explore more of it. We definitely didn’t get to see as much as we would have liked to but still enjoyed the experience. Hope you have a great time! Thanks!

  • @ThisIsOurRetirement
    @ThisIsOurRetirement Před 3 lety

    Looks like a great day out Fudge looked delicious 😋 TFS have a great weekend Cheers 👍🍷🍺

  • @michaelchapman1494
    @michaelchapman1494 Před 3 lety

    Awesome video guys...That’s a pretty place!!!...Thanks for sharing!!!

  • @gavinflorence9416
    @gavinflorence9416 Před 3 lety +1

    Thanks so much for sharing this truly inspirational, thanks so much!

  • @tcmichigan8066
    @tcmichigan8066 Před 3 lety +4

    Just went there about two weeks ago for first time. I LOVED IT NOW I WANT TO WORK THERE

    • @1StrangeAdventure
      @1StrangeAdventure  Před 3 lety

      That would be awesome! I could see myself retiring there. 😊

  • @jamiecoe3655
    @jamiecoe3655 Před 3 lety +3

    This is probably my favorite so far!!!

    • @1StrangeAdventure
      @1StrangeAdventure  Před 3 lety

      Hey there! We are glad you enjoyed it. ☺️ Thank you for watching. 💙

  • @MemawsMatters
    @MemawsMatters Před 3 lety

    Great video of that beautiful town. Looks like a fun place to go. TYFS friends

  • @pricedesign8805
    @pricedesign8805 Před 3 lety

    We are visiting Mackinac in August, thanks for sharing!

    • @1StrangeAdventure
      @1StrangeAdventure  Před 3 lety

      Be sure to tell us if you liked it! Such an amazing place to visit!

  • @FindUsCamping
    @FindUsCamping Před 3 lety +1

    Great video again guys. Lisa was all over the fudge!!

    • @1StrangeAdventure
      @1StrangeAdventure  Před 3 lety +1

      Find Us Camping The fudge was amazing! You guys should go with us next time!

    • @FindUsCamping
      @FindUsCamping Před 3 lety

      @@1StrangeAdventure absolutely

  • @volcanoimage
    @volcanoimage Před 2 lety

    Had a great time there. Beautiful place!

  • @ajheart7996
    @ajheart7996 Před 3 lety +1

    Loved the video ☺️ I’m happy I came across it... my boyfriend and I are staying in Rogers City for awhile and plan on heading out to the island this weekend. I look forward to seeing that sunset 🌅🌉🤗

  • @LorisCrochetCorner
    @LorisCrochetCorner Před 3 lety

    Nice video my friend's tyfs have a great day 💞💞

  • @Roger-hp1yg
    @Roger-hp1yg Před 3 lety

    Great video. N I've been to Mackinac Island many times n I her get tired of it. Thanks for the video.

    • @1StrangeAdventure
      @1StrangeAdventure  Před 3 lety

      We will be going back bc that place is beautiful! Thanks for watching!

  • @johnnyhensler
    @johnnyhensler Před rokem

    Thank You For Sharing ❤️

  • @rattgirl713
    @rattgirl713 Před 3 lety +4

    Great video you guys!! It's such a beautiful and unique place. We love it there but we are biased I suppose. 🤣 And it is was so awesome meeting up with you guys!!! 💜 It was like we had always known each other. Hope to meet up again soon.

    • @1StrangeAdventure
      @1StrangeAdventure  Před 3 lety +1

      Exactly! It was like meeting up with old friends 😁 We enjoyed hanging out with y’all 😊

  • @Nusratxx
    @Nusratxx Před 2 lety

    I just came back from there today and went to CZcams to watch a video about Mackinac island and came across your video. Today on Mackinac island we stayed the day and it was so much fun we rode the horse and the ferry and also the bikes we also went to the beach and stopped to get some chocolate fudge from the stores and it was delicious. I for sure recommend this place

    • @1StrangeAdventure
      @1StrangeAdventure  Před 2 lety

      Sounds like you had a lot of fun! We can’t wait to go back and probably stay over night next time. Would love to watch the sunset and sunrise from the island. 😊 thanks for sharing your experience!

  • @WhereRVStaying
    @WhereRVStaying Před 3 lety

    Our favorite place to go and we are not just saying that because its our home state. Great Job!👍❤

    • @1StrangeAdventure
      @1StrangeAdventure  Před 3 lety +1

      Thanks so much. I feel like we could go there over and over and still love it. 😁

    • @WhereRVStaying
      @WhereRVStaying Před 3 lety

      @@1StrangeAdventure Well in that case let us know and we will meet you guys there!

  • @Jason45G
    @Jason45G Před 2 lety

    Makes me miss the island, and look forward to our trip next year . :)

  • @danielgrimes7541
    @danielgrimes7541 Před 3 lety

    I love this place. So beautiful

  • @julieschafer8018
    @julieschafer8018 Před 3 lety

    Looks peaceful 😌

  • @lastwhisper
    @lastwhisper Před 2 lety

    Thank you so much. Very interesting and informational.

  • @doNUTs712
    @doNUTs712 Před 3 lety +4

    i just accepted a job at the mission point resort from may-november this summer and this video just made me so much more excited thank u 🥺

    • @1StrangeAdventure
      @1StrangeAdventure  Před 3 lety

      That is awesome! Congrats! We can't wait to go back to the island. It was so much fun and we still have so much left to do. Thanks for watching and good luck on your new job!

    • @toddkissel1844
      @toddkissel1844 Před 3 lety

      I got an internship at the grand hotel starting in may-November

    • @micahruthie
      @micahruthie Před 2 lety

      How’d it go??

  • @mamerc4128
    @mamerc4128 Před 2 lety

    Just visited for the first time last week. Perfect weather, great time

  • @Harloha
    @Harloha Před 3 lety +4

    Grew up in Michigan (Detroit) been to Mackinac Island quite a few times. As a child and adult. Great place. But it's pronounced mack-in-aww. Much Love and Aloha 🤙🏼💯🇺🇲.

    • @1StrangeAdventure
      @1StrangeAdventure  Před 3 lety

      I was born in Southgate and lived there until I was 4, before my parents moved us to VA. Still have family around the greater Detroit area. Mackinac is amazing and we are excited to make it back there one day.

  • @purpleraincoat691
    @purpleraincoat691 Před 3 lety

    Thank you for this infos!!

  • @sujathaan7225
    @sujathaan7225 Před 3 lety

    Very nice video👍👍

  • @TheNorthwoodsRVLife
    @TheNorthwoodsRVLife Před 3 lety

    loved the video.. cant wait to hang out again

  • @almai.robles8154
    @almai.robles8154 Před 3 lety

    I enjoyed the video. Thank you for the tips. We're scheduled to visit the island this weekend. It's gonna be colder though. Can't wait to do fudge tasting lol.

    • @1StrangeAdventure
      @1StrangeAdventure  Před 3 lety +1

      That is awesome! We had such a great time. I believe by this point you may have already visited. How did you like it? The fudge was the BEST!!!! Thank you for watching and safe travels!

    • @almai.robles8154
      @almai.robles8154 Před 3 lety

      @@1StrangeAdventure omg! It's phenomenal. It's cold but we enjoyed our 3 days 2 nights stay in the island. Going back to reality now. Lol. Thank you. Continue to inspire us with your vlogs. Stay safe.

  • @williamkunkel8293
    @williamkunkel8293 Před 3 lety

    Betty here....We are hoping to go to Mackinac Island in June, 2021 so this video was really helpful. We live in Kansas City, Missouri and I've been looking at the road atlas, planning our trip. Thanks for the video!

    • @1StrangeAdventure
      @1StrangeAdventure  Před 3 lety

      It’s an amazing place to visit. It’s best if you plan it over 2 days and stay a night there. That way you are there before and after the tourists. I’ve heard it’s beautiful that way. Stay safe and let us know if you have any questions. Thanks!

  • @skytate3545
    @skytate3545 Před 3 lety

    The waves were not big! The bike ride around the island is the best. I like seeing your out of state views.

    • @1StrangeAdventure
      @1StrangeAdventure  Před 3 lety

      No, they weren't that big... LOL... but compared to what we were seeing, they did catch us by surprise. Thanks for watching!

  • @gary6514
    @gary6514 Před 3 lety

    Love the video guys. This is perhaps the only video about Mackinac Island that does not mention the Somewhere in Time movie. Seems there is a lot more to the island than the movie. Well done...love the dogs btw. Regards from England UK.

    • @1StrangeAdventure
      @1StrangeAdventure  Před 3 lety

      Yes! We have seen many videos calling out the movie. Others covered it so we left it out. There is a lot to the island and we wish we had more time to explore. We may have covered a quarter of it. Can't wait to go back! Thank you for watching and commenting! 😊. Also, the UK is definitely on our list to visit one day!

  • @wandertillost7818
    @wandertillost7818 Před 3 lety

    Swooning. Lived in Grand Rapids, Michigan for 22 years. we would walk the bridge on labor day with the Govenor starting the walk. We would all get bused over one way. Walk it. Them jump on a ferry and spend the day on the island. Thanks for the walk down Mackinac lane.

    • @1StrangeAdventure
      @1StrangeAdventure  Před 3 lety +1

      That sounds amazing! We have heard about the bridge walks and would love to do that one day. We loved exploring northern Michigan! Thanks for watching. 🙂

  • @truckdriversurvival4815

    Thank you ... good stuff

  • @srinivasam3638
    @srinivasam3638 Před rokem

    👍👍Than BB you very very much for the information, it’s very useful 🙏🙏

  • @patricedhanis3546
    @patricedhanis3546 Před 3 lety +1

    Stay the night...been to two hotels...the Iroquois for adults and The Lakeview with the pool for the kids. Anywhere on the island is great. Kilwins for fudge and great truffles.

    • @1StrangeAdventure
      @1StrangeAdventure  Před 3 lety

      We want to next time! We have heard so many great things about the evening and early morning when most tourists leave the island. Thank you so much for the suggestions!

  • @stevenpiper970
    @stevenpiper970 Před 3 lety +1

    If you do go back to northern Michigan make sure to visit sleeping bear dunes, traverse city wine country, charlevoix, Petoskey, harbor springs, mackinaw city fort. Also pictured rocks in the upper peninsula are great

    • @1StrangeAdventure
      @1StrangeAdventure  Před 3 lety

      Thanks for the suggestions! We have seen Sleeping bear dunes, traverse city and pictured rocks. They are amazing. The others I will be adding to the list. Thanks!

    • @georgiabutka5096
      @georgiabutka5096 Před 3 lety

      @@1StrangeAdventure you may have been to Traverse city but did you go to Old Mission penninsula in Traverse city?

    • @1StrangeAdventure
      @1StrangeAdventure  Před 3 lety

      @@georgiabutka5096 we did not. We will check it out. Thanks!

  • @benghist1451
    @benghist1451 Před 2 lety

    It's such a beautiful place I really loved it there

  • @joanilott8801
    @joanilott8801 Před 3 lety

    Wow, it looks beautiful! Apart from all the tourists, it looks like a great place to live.

    • @1StrangeAdventure
      @1StrangeAdventure  Před 3 lety +1

      I agree! It was amazing!

    • @georgiabutka5096
      @georgiabutka5096 Před 3 lety +1

      The locals that live on the Island (which is actually a state park) can't wait till tourist season is over, they gather at the pink pony and have a good time!

    • @alisonflaxman1566
      @alisonflaxman1566 Před 10 měsíci

      ​@@1StrangeAdventureonly if you like cold and snow.

  • @JasonHeilmanMusicalRemedies

    Glad I went the year before

  • @itsyagirliebrooke619
    @itsyagirliebrooke619 Před 3 lety +2

    I HAVE SO MANY PICTURES FROM UP THERE! my family went a couple months ago.

    • @1StrangeAdventure
      @1StrangeAdventure  Před 3 lety +1

      So pretty! Can’t wait to go back!

    • @itsyagirliebrooke619
      @itsyagirliebrooke619 Před 3 lety +1

      @@1StrangeAdventure My family usually goes in August because its warm and we stay at Chippewa! 🙃

  • @Timakiwala
    @Timakiwala Před 3 lety

    I have enjoyed this place in August 2019,, very good,, want to visit again :: Goa India

    • @1StrangeAdventure
      @1StrangeAdventure  Před 3 lety

      It was a great place to visit and glad you got to experience it as well! Thank you for watching!

  • @Yuhaz2
    @Yuhaz2 Před 2 lety

    Me and my family love going here is great my favorite view was arch rock

    • @1StrangeAdventure
      @1StrangeAdventure  Před 2 lety +1

      We will be going back this summer and I can’t wait 😊 I loved arch rock ❤️

  • @dprice2800
    @dprice2800 Před 3 lety

    Was there labor day weekend. The best thing to do is to bring your bike ( you can I think it's like $12 per bike to ferry over and the island licensed), makes the experience that much better when you stay on the island and there is a different experience when the last ferry for the day goes out with the day-trippers and all is left are the locals and those that are staying on the island...

    • @1StrangeAdventure
      @1StrangeAdventure  Před 3 lety

      That sounds awesome! Next time we will have our bike and would definitely like to stay overnight. I’ve heard the mornings before all the tourist are beautiful. Thanks for the helpful info!

  • @becca_j9229
    @becca_j9229 Před 3 lety

    I went a year ago, and im watching this to remember it!

  • @CrystalsPetsLife
    @CrystalsPetsLife Před 3 lety

    Looks like a lot of fun thank you for sharing. How did the dogs do on the ⛴? Wish we had a Private ✈️

    • @1StrangeAdventure
      @1StrangeAdventure  Před 3 lety +1

      They actually did really good. No problems getting on or off and they seemed to enjoy all the attention they were getting. Lol. A plane would be nice! Thanks for watching!

  • @slippery1958
    @slippery1958 Před rokem

    good choice on the fudge. My favorite, However, they all give free samples and you need to test them all!

  • @joshenyou360
    @joshenyou360 Před 3 lety +3

    I am so glad that I found your channel. It has always been a wish of mine to go to Mackinac Island and that dream is about to come true the first part of August. My daughter surprised me with this exciting news. There will be six of us going and will stay at the Grand Hotel for 2 nights. I am so excited however, being almost 70 and having very limited walking ability I worry that I won't be able to keep up with everyone. I don't want to be a drag. Can you give me any helpful information?

    • @1StrangeAdventure
      @1StrangeAdventure  Před 3 lety +2

      We are glad you are here! And enjoy the island.. there’s nothing like it. As for mobility, you have a couple of options.
      1. Call the grand hotel and see if they offer accommodations
      2. Rent a bicycle or 3 wheel bike
      3. Rent an electric scooter
      4. Take a horse drawn carriage
      5. Bring a scooter with you, to my knowledge there is no charge on the ferries.
      Enjoy what you can and always remember every person will have their own experience. Being there together is what matters. 😊 let us know how you liked it and be sure to get some fudge!

    • @joshenyou360
      @joshenyou360 Před 3 lety

      @@1StrangeAdventure Thank you so very much for all of the helpful info. I will definitely let you know about our trip. First stop, FUDGE :-)

    • @1StrangeAdventure
      @1StrangeAdventure  Před 3 lety

      @@joshenyou360 you’re welcome! 😊

  • @laurahughes2706
    @laurahughes2706 Před 3 lety +1

    I'm curious, when did you go? Just this month or earlier in the summer? Were there a lot of restrictions because of covid?? Like mask required on ferry or walking around, etc? My husband and I are going next week. It will be our first time, we can't wait. Thanks for this video😊

    • @1StrangeAdventure
      @1StrangeAdventure  Před 3 lety +1

      Hello! We went in late June. They did require masks on the ferry until you sat down and they had an order they boarded the boat to keep people spaced a little more. The island required masks anywhere inside and they were enforcing it. We kept ours on until we got out of the main st. area. It was a beautiful place to experience! Hope you enjoy it and safe travels!

  • @calenajackson8772
    @calenajackson8772 Před 3 lety +1

    I’m going this week for my birthday

    • @1StrangeAdventure
      @1StrangeAdventure  Před 3 lety

      Great place to visit. HAPPY BIRTHDAY!! 🥳

    • @calenajackson8772
      @calenajackson8772 Před 3 lety

      @@1StrangeAdventure thanks too bad the weather won’t be that warm but I’ll still enjoy it. I’m mainly going to sightsee and relax

  • @Scotty3840
    @Scotty3840 Před 3 lety

    How much time do you have from The time the ferry drops you off to the time you have to reboard? Thank you for the video

    • @1StrangeAdventure
      @1StrangeAdventure  Před 3 lety

      Hello! It’s always good to check the schedule because it can vary. They are typically running throughout the day between 7am & 7pm based on what I saw. If you are planning to go, visit www.sheplersferry.com. It was a great trip! Thanks for watching!

  • @ezmomentsphoto
    @ezmomentsphoto Před 3 lety

    Mack Island is nice. SOO crowded though but well worth it

    • @1StrangeAdventure
      @1StrangeAdventure  Před 3 lety

      Once we got out on the trails, it wasn’t as bad. It was definitely worth it 😊

  • @danielgrimes7541
    @danielgrimes7541 Před 3 lety

    We stayed at mackinaw mill creek campground. Great place to stay.

    • @1StrangeAdventure
      @1StrangeAdventure  Před 3 lety +1

      We will have to check it out for the next time! Thank you!

    • @Robin-px9rc
      @Robin-px9rc Před 2 lety

      @@1StrangeAdventure Mill Creek is THE BEST. if you go, check out their website map prior to making a reservation and put in a request for your preferred campsite. Some of them have Bridge and Island views (which mostly you can see the Grand Hotel, even at night it’s all lit up, if it’s not humid out.)

  • @indigodragon0613
    @indigodragon0613 Před 3 lety +5

    Glad you enjoyed! Those waves were tiny tho lol. Y'all should see the lakes during a stormy day in November. They are treacherous. Superior especially is known for her wrath during fall storms (the Edmund Fitzgerald fell victim to a November rogue wave during a storm).

    • @1StrangeAdventure
      @1StrangeAdventure  Před 3 lety +2

      I'm sure they were tiny compared to what they could be. We just had no warning! LOL. We loved Mackinac Island and can't wait to return! Thanks for watching!

  • @hp11208
    @hp11208 Před 3 lety

    Want to go there this weekend

    • @1StrangeAdventure
      @1StrangeAdventure  Před 3 lety +1

      Did you get to go? We had an amazing time there! Can't wait to go back and explore more of the island. Thank you for watching and safe travels!

    • @hp11208
      @hp11208 Před 3 lety

      @@1StrangeAdventure No I didn't go this weekend, I saw something that it's closed for the season last week. So I'm upstate NY right now chasing waterfalls lol.

  • @alaylaanajacks5647
    @alaylaanajacks5647 Před 3 lety

    Thanks for sharing this. Love your rig. Are there any ferries anywhere In the US that allow your rv on it? So the dogs came on the ferry with you? Ive never seen this place before i really like it. I wanna go visit. I bet the town is expensive. My father in law lives in Berrin Springs.

    • @1StrangeAdventure
      @1StrangeAdventure  Před 3 lety

      Thanks! The dogs loved the ferry and the island. There are ferries that allow RV's, we haven't been to any yet. :) Thanks for watching!

  • @lyndsieb701
    @lyndsieb701 Před 3 lety

    I go to the island every year for our anniversary 🏝

  • @kapinaylifeinchicago8739

    Thanks for this info. Is car parking near the dock paid by day and how much?

    • @1StrangeAdventure
      @1StrangeAdventure  Před 3 lety

      Parking was included (I believe) as long as you weren’t staying overnight. I do think you can upgrade your parking for a few if I remember correctly. This should be helpful for up to date info:
      www.sheplersferry.com/mackinaw-city-directions/

    • @kapinaylifeinchicago8739
      @kapinaylifeinchicago8739 Před 3 lety

      @@1StrangeAdventure Thanks.

  • @mirozen_
    @mirozen_ Před 2 lety

    Lol! My Great Grandfather was born on Mackinac Island over 170 years ago. I wonder what he'd think of the changes since back then!

    • @1StrangeAdventure
      @1StrangeAdventure  Před 2 lety

      WOW! That is sooo cool. We appreciate you sharing a bit of your story. I wonder what changes have been made in the last 50 years. Hmmmm....

  • @stephanieferguerson2730

    I use to visit it 4 times a year I always enjoyed it me living in Flint

  • @charlesgattis2318
    @charlesgattis2318 Před 3 lety +1

    Did you have any trouble using the drone on the Island? We will be there in July and I was wondering about using my drone.

    • @mitchellschlehuber6696
      @mitchellschlehuber6696 Před 3 lety

      its against the law on the island to use it in the town, around the grand hotel, and the park

    • @charlesgattis2318
      @charlesgattis2318 Před 3 lety

      @@mitchellschlehuber6696 Thanks

    • @1StrangeAdventure
      @1StrangeAdventure  Před 3 lety

      We didn't have any issues but we stayed pretty far away from the populated areas with it. I always check the B4UFly app before taking off.

  • @melainecampbell3398
    @melainecampbell3398 Před 3 lety

    How many days/nights would you recommend?

    • @1StrangeAdventure
      @1StrangeAdventure  Před 3 lety +1

      Hello! I would recommend at least two days if you are staying in the area or on the island. That way you can experience it after the tourists leave in the evening and in the morning before the ferries start arriving. Next time we go, we will be doing that!

  • @jsoule1980
    @jsoule1980 Před 2 lety

    The waves come from the ferries. Michigander here, 42 year running.

  • @joanneupdegrave6542
    @joanneupdegrave6542 Před 2 lety

    Going there in July. I have back issues and cannot walk long distances. Does the island have any handicap carts, etc. Would hate to miss out on this adventure if I can't visit the sites because of this.

    • @1StrangeAdventure
      @1StrangeAdventure  Před 2 lety

      The island is amazing but I’m not sure about handicap carts. I do know I saw others on them but I don’t know if it was theirs or a rental. Hope you are able to go and enjoy it bc it’s definitely unique and a lot of fun. ☺️

    • @1StrangeAdventure
      @1StrangeAdventure  Před 2 lety

      Hey Joanne, I did some research and found that the island does offer electric scooters to rent at 3 of the bike rental companies. Also, they have the horse drawn carriage taxi services. It says they have two that are handicapped accessible but you may have to call and see if they pick up at every location. I hope this helps!
      www.mackinacisland.org/plan-your-trip/accessibility/

  • @user-gh8sl7iu3y
    @user-gh8sl7iu3y Před 3 lety

    Does the Shepherds ferry go under the Mackinac Bridge?

    • @1StrangeAdventure
      @1StrangeAdventure  Před 3 lety

      Ours did not. They may have others that do. I believe Star Line Ferry goes under the bridge to get to the island. Such a beautiful area!

  • @nitinkanagaraj4450
    @nitinkanagaraj4450 Před 3 lety

    Can we take our own bikes to the island or we must rent them on the island?

    • @1StrangeAdventure
      @1StrangeAdventure  Před 3 lety

      You can actually take your own bikes. It will cost extra on the ferry so let them know when buying your tickets. It does say no ebikes though. Thanks for watching!

  • @Robin-px9rc
    @Robin-px9rc Před 2 lety

    If you remember what it was like for Baby when she carried the watermelon, that’s what it’s like on the island after sundown on Main St.

  • @javimelendez414
    @javimelendez414 Před 3 lety

    How do you rent bikes? Can they be reserved in advance?

    • @1StrangeAdventure
      @1StrangeAdventure  Před 3 lety +1

      There are a few different companies that do bike rentals as soon as you get off the ferry. If you Google “bike rentals on mackinac island” a list of them will come up. They do let you reserve ahead so that they are ready when you get there. Have fun and safe travels!

  • @MichiStacker
    @MichiStacker Před 2 lety

    If you have your own bikes, they’ll let you take them. It would make for a lot easier a trip around the island.

    • @1StrangeAdventure
      @1StrangeAdventure  Před 2 lety

      Yes! next time we will have bikes with us! Thanks for the tips!

  • @blessedbeyond2118
    @blessedbeyond2118 Před 3 lety +3

    This is my home State and i have ONLY been there one time in 22 years kinda sad really

    • @1StrangeAdventure
      @1StrangeAdventure  Před 3 lety

      We enjoyed it very much. There are places we haven't explored in our home state too! Thanks for watching.

    • @sassymouth2056
      @sassymouth2056 Před 3 lety

      Not sad. If you really wanted to go you would’ve gone more.

  • @civalwargal
    @civalwargal Před 3 lety

    It is 209 steps from arch rock to lake huron

    • @1StrangeAdventure
      @1StrangeAdventure  Před 3 lety

      It was easy going down! LOL.... Thankfully, we did not go up all of them. We walked a lot of the island. Can't wait to return!

  • @oofbert2659
    @oofbert2659 Před 3 lety

    I went there

    • @1StrangeAdventure
      @1StrangeAdventure  Před 3 lety

      Hope you had a great time. I know we did!

    • @oofbert2659
      @oofbert2659 Před 3 lety

      1StrangeAdventure thanks I did it was a very fun experience!

  • @EmmanuelIkanAstillero
    @EmmanuelIkanAstillero Před 3 lety

    No visit to Grand Hotel?

  • @mztweety1374
    @mztweety1374 Před rokem

    Puppy 😂

  • @chelseafn104
    @chelseafn104 Před 2 lety

    Welcome to Michigan Fudgies!!

  • @alaylaanajacks5647
    @alaylaanajacks5647 Před 3 lety

    Why didnt you just leave the rv im mackina city

  • @chelseafn104
    @chelseafn104 Před 2 lety

    If you walked around the Island it’s 9 miles.

    • @1StrangeAdventure
      @1StrangeAdventure  Před 2 lety

      Would have loved to walk around but part of the road was closed due to wash out while we were there. We will definitely be back!

  • @CommunityUUG
    @CommunityUUG Před 3 lety +1

    Beautiful but too many tourists, doing touristy things haha. The loudspeakers ruin the atmosphere.

    • @1StrangeAdventure
      @1StrangeAdventure  Před 3 lety +2

      There are a lot of tourists but once you get away from the main harbor area, it was really nice! Thanks!

    • @lindsaymcnamara7829
      @lindsaymcnamara7829 Před 3 lety

      Really... have you been to the Island...?

    • @alisonflaxman1566
      @alisonflaxman1566 Před 10 měsíci

      No loudspeakers on the island just in the ferry.

  • @WiltonWanderlust
    @WiltonWanderlust Před 3 lety

    It’s cheaper to bring your own bikes rather than renting them.

    • @1StrangeAdventure
      @1StrangeAdventure  Před 3 lety +1

      I agree! We didn’t have bikes at the time but we will have ours with us next time. Thanks for the suggestion!

    • @WiltonWanderlust
      @WiltonWanderlust Před 3 lety

      @@1StrangeAdventure You’re welcome! Just don’t forget bike locks. I worked for 3 seasons on the island and unlocked bikes magically disappear a lot.

  • @whatchoicesrthere5333

    Of course it feels like Disney. That's what people expect. and unfortunately that's what they want. But that's only the main street. I know you spent a shit like ad of cash too.

    • @1StrangeAdventure
      @1StrangeAdventure  Před rokem +1

      Lol you are so right! That’s why we walked the trails the last time we were there, more peaceful 😊

  • @mmccdl
    @mmccdl Před 2 lety

    I am interested in this island. Just curious, is it pronounced as “Mackinaw”? I thought that’s how you said it. I learned about this island from garden answer videos and looks beautiful.

    • @1StrangeAdventure
      @1StrangeAdventure  Před 2 lety

      The island is pronounced Mack-i-naw 😊

    • @micahruthie
      @micahruthie Před 2 lety

      Hehe I’m here from Garden Answer too! How dreamy was the landscaper?? 🙈

  • @georgiabutka5096
    @georgiabutka5096 Před 3 lety +1

    Sorry but it's nothing like Disneyland other then it being a tourist trap like Disney.

    • @1StrangeAdventure
      @1StrangeAdventure  Před 3 lety +2

      Yes, the reference was to the tourists huddled in the main harbor with the streets lined with shops. Thanks!

  • @Jemalacane0
    @Jemalacane0 Před 3 lety

    It pisses me off that one cannot camp on the island.

    • @1StrangeAdventure
      @1StrangeAdventure  Před 3 lety +1

      The island is pretty awesome. I think a feature of the island is that it is stuck in time with no vehicles. However, I definitely understand wanting to camp there and avoid those island hotel fees. Thanks for watching!

    • @Jemalacane0
      @Jemalacane0 Před 3 lety +2

      @@1StrangeAdventure It also pisses me off that someone cannot lock up a bicycle. So, I guess I won't be going there.

    • @mr9c1driver59
      @mr9c1driver59 Před 2 lety

      @@Jemalacane0 You can lock a bike up, they have bike racks and people lock them up all the time. What you can't do is drag your bike on the sidewalk and lock it to a pole.

  • @shirleynitka5030
    @shirleynitka5030 Před 2 lety

    wow there was no $25 to park last time we went. I'm handicapped & can't park further out. What a rip off. For the wife- it's Mackinac/Mackinaw regardless of how it's spelled. It's French. Never Mack in nack.

    • @1StrangeAdventure
      @1StrangeAdventure  Před 2 lety

      The "wife's" name is Cindy. It was a beautiful place to visit and we are aware of the pronunciation. Appreciate you sharing your POV on it. Have a great day!

    • @alisonflaxman1566
      @alisonflaxman1566 Před 10 měsíci

      If you park farther away in the free lot a tram will take you to the ferry.

  • @midlifeandnailingit6342

    Not “nack”… “naw”

  • @veramae4098
    @veramae4098 Před 2 lety

    I had a miserable time. They have everything organized to a "T" and if you go half a step off the "right" way, confusion and few apologies.
    I have problems with extreme anxiety and depression and am often in a kind o "fog", easily confused, which happened to me frequently. O
    ne carriage driver, from 7 feet up and pointed "its right there". No landmarks. Just "it's right there." Well 7 feet up in the air and me down on the ground, "right there" was not helpful.
    If you order a taxi, you must order two, one to go and one to come. I was not told that and was left stranded at the ATM in town. My cell phone was not working. Finally stopped at a hotel, bar who called another taxi for me.,
    Other irritating problems. Do not go unless you're a very patient, flexible person and well prepared. (If you forget a computer cord. for example, there are none available that I could find.)

    • @volcanoimage
      @volcanoimage Před 2 lety

      The island is very small, what is the problem?

    • @1StrangeAdventure
      @1StrangeAdventure  Před 2 lety

      Sorry you had a bad experience there. We are very much "go with the flow" when needed so it wasn't as bad for us. Someone should definitely research before going because it is something you should be prepared for. Hope you get to go back and enjoy the beautiful island some day. Have a good one!

    • @mr9c1driver59
      @mr9c1driver59 Před 2 lety

      Too bad you had a miserable time, maybe it's just not for you. We go there 1-3 times a year and love it. The ATM is right downtown on Market street, you can't miss it and it's close to anything downtown. In northern Michigan there is not a walmart or big store that has everything on every corner, ya have to plan ahead. Still don't understand your comment, "organized to a T and step off the right way". No idea but people are friendly and can point you to where ever or what ever you are looking for.

  • @elijahfontanilla9840
    @elijahfontanilla9840 Před 2 lety

    Mackinac and Mackinaw are both pronounced Mackinaw!!!!!!

    • @1StrangeAdventure
      @1StrangeAdventure  Před 2 lety +1

      Yes. We realize that now. It slipped and wasn’t caught in the edit. Thanks for watching!

  • @LL-ew2hz
    @LL-ew2hz Před 2 lety

    Do you know JESUS as your personal Savior ?

    • @1StrangeAdventure
      @1StrangeAdventure  Před 2 lety

      🙏🙏🙏

    • @LL-ew2hz
      @LL-ew2hz Před 2 lety

      I saw this video looking up that particular island because my daughter and son-in-law went there this morning. I just know Enjoying your life in this world is nice, however if we don't know and love Jesus snd have done nothing for him, we have nothing and we are nothing.
      Marvel not that I said unto you, you must be born again. John 3:7❤🙏
      I just pray while my "babies" 🥰are there that they do SOMETHING for God