Unfold centuries of history while enjoying every minute of now.
The Straits of Mackinac are steeped in history and packed with four seasons of right-now fun, adventure and romance. Whether you begin your Mackinac Island adventure from the Arnold Ferry Docks in Mackinaw City or St. Ignace, getting here is easy…leaving just makes you want to return soon.
Getting here is easy.
By Car. If you travel through Michigan’s Lower Peninsula, take I-75 North to Exit 337, Mackinaw City, or continue across the breathtaking Mackinac Bridge to Exit 344A, St. Ignace, and follow the signs to the Arnold Ferry Docks. Travelers from Michigan’s Upper Peninsula can reach the Arnold Ferry docks by taking I-75 South to Exit 345, St. Ignace, or Exit 338, Mackinaw City.
By Bus. Commercial buses make scheduled stops in historic Mackinaw City and St. Ignace. You can walk or take a taxi to our docks from the nearby bus station. Chartered buses also make group trips to the Straits of Mackinac with first-on-the-boat services to all riders.
By Airplane. Northwest Airlines (via its partner, Mesaba Airlines) offers flights from most major cities to Pellston International Airport (airport code PLN). An airport shuttle or taxi service will take you directly from the airport to our docks for a fee.
Directions from your home to our docks
Click on your destination below for Mapquest® door-to-door directions and travel times:
Mackinaw City
St. Ignace
Finding your way around.
For a printable map, click on the destination and start planning your adventure. Whether you love the great outdoors, crave a romantic getaway, enjoy reliving history or just need time together as a family, you’ll easily find it here.
Mackinaw City
Downtown Mackinac Island
St. Ignace
The Straits of Mackinac are steeped in history and packed with four seasons of right-now fun, adventure and romance. Whether you begin your Mackinac Island adventure from the Arnold Ferry Docks in Mackinaw City or St. Ignace, getting here is easy…leaving just makes you want to return soon.
Getting here is easy.By Car. If you travel through Michigan’s Lower Peninsula, take I-75 North to Exit 337, Mackinaw City, or continue across the breathtaking Mackinac Bridge to Exit 344A, St. Ignace, and follow the signs to the Arnold Ferry Docks. Travelers from Michigan’s Upper Peninsula can reach the Arnold Ferry docks by taking I-75 South to Exit 345, St. Ignace, or Exit 338, Mackinaw City.
By Bus. Commercial buses make scheduled stops in historic Mackinaw City and St. Ignace. You can walk or take a taxi to our docks from the nearby bus station. Chartered buses also make group trips to the Straits of Mackinac with first-on-the-boat services to all riders.
By Airplane. Northwest Airlines (via its partner, Mesaba Airlines) offers flights from most major cities to Pellston International Airport (airport code PLN). An airport shuttle or taxi service will take you directly from the airport to our docks for a fee.
Directions from your home to our docksClick on your destination below for Mapquest® door-to-door directions and travel times:
Mackinaw City
St. Ignace
Finding your way around.For a printable map, click on the destination and start planning your adventure. Whether you love the great outdoors, crave a romantic getaway, enjoy reliving history or just need time together as a family, you’ll easily find it here.
Mackinaw City
Downtown Mackinac Island
St. Ignace
Maps & Directions