Experience the Adventure of Shepler’s Ferry and Mackinac Island

Located off Michigan in Lake Huron, Mackinac Island is an island suspended in time.  Enjoy the simplicity and joy of life with this old-time island.  Home to one of America’s oldest established national parks, Mackinac Island State Park consumes over 80 percent of the island and is open to visitors all year round.  Explore the national history and natural beauty that Mackinac Island has to offer including an array of activities to do and things to see.

Mackinac Island’s incredible nature offers the perfect setting for hiking, biking, kayaking, boating, sailing and more.  Want to learn about the rich history of the island?  Explore the indoor activities including art exhibitions, museums and St. Anne’s Church.  After a long day of adventure, relax with movies, shopping, dining and more.  There is something for everyone from the outdoor rugged terrain, magnificent coastal views and carriage tours to the fine dining and nightlife.  With vibrant attractions and breathtaking scenery at every turn, there truly is no place like Mackinac Island.

In order to discover everything that Mackinac Island has to offer, take the Shepler’s Ferry to the island!  Just a short 16-minute boat ride, enjoy an exciting adventure on one of the Shepler’s Ferry vessels.  We depart from the Mackinaw City Dock and St. Ignace at all times of day.  Join our passengers and you’ll see why half the fun of the Mackinac Island experience is the ride over with Shepler’s Ferry.

For over 70 years, Shepler’s Ferry has been happily taking guests to Mackinac Island with the motto: First class service, every guest, every day.  Our experience has allowed us to learn firsthand what it takes to do the job to the highest standards.  With the tradition of giving the best possible service with a smile, our modern technology and well-employed staff will start your Mackinac adventure off with a bang!

To learn more about the fun that Shepler’s Ferry and Mackinac Island has to offer, visit our website.  We can’t wait to celebrate 70 years of transportation to Mackinac Island with you!