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Colonial Michilimackinac

Mackinaw City, MI

History

A reconstructed 1770s French and British fur trading fort and village under the Mackinac Bridge, with costumed interpreters and an active archaeological dig. Open from May to October.

Nearest town
Mackinaw City, MI
Category
History & culture
GPS
45.7870, -84.7338

Hours, fees and access change. Confirm with the operator or park before you go.

Good to know

Best time to go

JanFebMarAprMayJunJulAugSepOctNovDec

The most pleasant months are usually May–June and September. Still fine, with some compromises, in July–August and October. Cold, short days in December–March. (Estimate from long-term temperature averages, terrain and pass seasons)

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Nearby

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  • Roberts Landing CampgroundMotorhome stopover
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  • Castle Rock CamparkMotorhome stopover
    8 mi from Colonial Michilimackinac
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  • Wilderness State Park CampgroundCampsite
    9 mi from Colonial Michilimackinac
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  • Wilderness State Park Pines CampgroundCampsite
    9 mi from Colonial Michilimackinac
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All campsites in Michigan · Campsite data: © OpenStreetMap contributors, ODbL 1.0 · Updated October 3, 2026

FAQs

Where is Colonial Michilimackinac?

Colonial Michilimackinac is in Mackinaw City, MI, at GPS 45.7870, -84.7338. It is about 5 mi from St. Ignace.

Can you camp near Colonial Michilimackinac?

Yes. The nearest campsite listed in OpenStreetMap is KOA Kampground, about 1 mi away; within 25 mi there are 31 campsites and motorhome stopovers.

Which road trips pass Colonial Michilimackinac?

Colonial Michilimackinac is a stop on these CampingSpirit trip guides: Mackinac Island and the Upper Peninsula’s Lake Michigan shore.

What is there to see near Colonial Michilimackinac?

Places worth a stop nearby: Mackinac Bridge (2 mi), Fort Mackinac (7 mi), Arch Rock (8 mi) and Tunnel of Trees (M-119) (24 mi).

When is the best time to visit Colonial Michilimackinac?

The most pleasant months are usually May–June and September. Still fine, with some compromises, in July–August and October. (Estimate from long-term temperature averages, terrain and pass seasons)