Beaches in Mackinaw City

Located on the Staights of Mackinac, Mackinaw City is surrounded by the splendor of Lake Michigan and Lake Huron.

Get your feet wet and enjoy the wonderful views from the public parks and beaches in Mackinaw City and be inspired by the awesome view of the Mackinac Bridge from the scenic sandy shoreline near Colonial Michilimackinac Historic State Park.

And if that's not enough to satisfy your need for sand, sun and surf, there are over 30 miles of pristine Lake Michigan shoreline in the 8,500 acre Wilderness State Park, just west of Mackinaw City.

Alexander Henry Park, Mackinaw City
Located on Lake Huron, Alexander Henry Park is located next to the historic Colonial Michilimackinac and offers wonderful views of the vibrant blue waters of the Straits of Mackinac and Mackinac Island. This park also offers over 1700 feet of handicapped accessible lakefront walkway for your enjoyment, and is adjacent to the Mackinaw Point of View Lighthouse.

Chief Wawatam Park, Mackinaw City
Located on Lake Huron, Wawatam Park includes a wood carving of historic Chief Wawatam, a playground for the children, and a fantastic view of the Mackinac Bridge.