Shepler’s Mackinac Island Ferry
Passenger ferry operator sailing to Mackinac Island from Mackinaw City and St. Ignace from late April to October, including “Mighty Mac” departures under the Mackinac Bridge.
Shepler’s Mackinac Island Ferry Routes
| Route | Crossing Time | Vehicles |
|---|---|---|
| Mackinaw City → Mackinac Island | 16m direct; about 26m via the Mackinac Bridge | Foot passengers only |
| St. Ignace → Mackinac Island | 16m direct; about 26m via the Mackinac Bridge | Foot passengers only |
Shepler’s Mackinac Island Ferry sailing patterns
- Mackinaw City → Mackinac Island
Daily from 21 April to 31 October 2026; at least 4 departures a day at the start and end of the season and up to about 20 in peak summer
Peak timetable 22 May – 7 September; Mighty Mac (under-the-bridge) departures run on selected dates.
Source: Shepler’s 2026 ferry schedule, checked 2026-09-29
- St. Ignace → Mackinac Island
Daily from 21 April to 31 October 2026, with several departures a day
Direct departures take about 16 minutes; Mighty Mac departures pass under the Mackinac Bridge.
Source: Shepler’s 2026 ferry schedule, checked 2026-09-29
Vessels on these routes: Passenger ferries
Shepler’s Mackinac Island Ferry Network Map
2 routes on FerryConnect; 2 seasonal.
🐕 Pets
Leashed or caged pets travel free on ferry departures.