Mackinac Bridge
Mackinac Bridge
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Linking Michigan's two peninsulas, this mighty bridge has a total length of five miles.
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SnowyShasta
Portland, OR2,601 contributions
Aug 2023 • Couples
We drove across the bridge on a Saturday afternoon. We’d researched this bridge and not seen warnings about traffic but wow. It took us an hour and 35 minutes to cross. The backup started before the bridge and lasted the entire 5 mile length. It seems like the tolls booth should be on the south side of the bridge (we were going north) and that a fast pass or some system could speed it up because it sure was frustrating.
The bridge itself is beautiful - both the structure itself and the views from it (we had plenty of time to stare at them). Definitely worth viewing and crossing but be aware of the potential for long delays while crossing. Toll to cross was $4.
The bridge itself is beautiful - both the structure itself and the views from it (we had plenty of time to stare at them). Definitely worth viewing and crossing but be aware of the potential for long delays while crossing. Toll to cross was $4.
Written 5 August 2023
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TennisStar602
New Jersey718 contributions
Sept 2022 • Friends
I drove over this bridge roundtrip when we went from Mackinaw City to Saulte Sainte Marie and Tahquamenon State Park. This bridge connected the Upper Peninsula and the Lower Peninsula. This bridge did not accept EZ Pass and Sun Pass payments, and it cost four dollars ($4.00) per trip each way over this bridge. The views of the bridge were great! This bridge was narrow with only two (2) lanes in each direction. There was no pedestrian access across this bridge except for special events. The speed limit was only forty-five (45) miles per hour (M.P.H.) and there was ongoing construction.
Written 30 September 2022
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Cowboydavy115
Spokane, WA283 contributions
Sept 2021
We had to wait a while for everyone to get off the bridge since it was Walk the Bridge Day. The toll is collected when you go from North to South. If heights bother you stay on the outside concreate lane. The inside lane is metal grates so you see all the way down to the water
Written 17 November 2021
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romanpiekosz
Chicago, IL8,983 contributions
Oct 2021
Example of great engineering, which had a huge impact on the living of people of the Michigan State.
Because of the bridge, car ferry business went down. The same with some of the lighthouses in the area.
Because a huge structure of the bridge, a new equipment(sound and light devices) could be installed, so much smaller lighthouses nearby were not needed anymore.
It’s great connection with Upper Peninsula, Wisconsin and Canada.
New bridge has brought big number of tourists who wanted to see the biggest suspension bridge in the world(1957).
Currently it’s the longest suspension bridge between anchorages in Western Hemisphere.
As far as the length, it's 24th in the world.
The bridge is main subject to be photographed in the area.
Sometimes hidden in fog. sometimes bright in sun light.
Basically, any season, any time of the day, from any point (North or South), the Bridge looks beautiful.
RomanP
Because of the bridge, car ferry business went down. The same with some of the lighthouses in the area.
Because a huge structure of the bridge, a new equipment(sound and light devices) could be installed, so much smaller lighthouses nearby were not needed anymore.
It’s great connection with Upper Peninsula, Wisconsin and Canada.
New bridge has brought big number of tourists who wanted to see the biggest suspension bridge in the world(1957).
Currently it’s the longest suspension bridge between anchorages in Western Hemisphere.
As far as the length, it's 24th in the world.
The bridge is main subject to be photographed in the area.
Sometimes hidden in fog. sometimes bright in sun light.
Basically, any season, any time of the day, from any point (North or South), the Bridge looks beautiful.
RomanP
Written 30 October 2021
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Majji
110 contributions
Sept 2023 • Friends
Seven close friends decided to walk the 65th annual Mackinac Bridge Walk, always held on Labor Day.
Along with 37,000 other people, this is is only day you can walk across the bridge, which is part of the North Country Trail.
Bridge closes to traffic at 7:00am, re-opening at 12 noon.
The bridge sways rather strongly due to the thousands of people walking in unison!
Along with 37,000 other people, this is is only day you can walk across the bridge, which is part of the North Country Trail.
Bridge closes to traffic at 7:00am, re-opening at 12 noon.
The bridge sways rather strongly due to the thousands of people walking in unison!
Written 9 September 2023
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Erica
Grandville, MI1,396 contributions
June 2023 • Family
Beautiful bridge with scenic views as you are driving over it. It’s a magnificent view it self from afar. It is a $4 toll to cross the bridge and it takes 5-7 minutes by car. When traveling to Mackinac Island, the fairy has certain times where you can go under the bridge on the way to the island. i’ve also done the bridge walk in the past and that was well worth it.
Written 15 June 2023
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ShanOC
Grand Forks, ND15,124 contributions
Aug 2020 • Couples
Seriously! It is an Incredible Experience to drive across this fantastic bridge! It would have been even better without construction work going on the bridge. The speed limit is 45MPH. I highly recommend that you drive slower if you can without creating problems behind you. Semis are asked to drive 20MPH, so if you slow down a bit to appreciate the bridge more, it should be OK. What an experience for sure! Toll for a car is $4. Do It!!
Written 4 August 2020
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Pamela T
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July 2023 • Couples
The Mackinaw bridge is a real treasure. It is one of Michigan's most awe inspiring experiences. It's story and history are incredible. That is why it concerns me that traffic backup on the bridge is allowed. It seems like an unnecessary abuse of the bridge. Toll booths for northbound traffic should be on the southside of the bridge. Maybe I'm missing something, but it doesn't seem like that hard of a problem to fix. If we really want the bridge to last a 1000 years, let's do our part and solve this issue.
Written 29 July 2023
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Jake S
Alexandria, VA225 contributions
June 2022
I've heard about this bridge all of my life. My wife and I drove over it southbound after visiting the Soo Locks. The bridge does NOT take/honor EasyPass. The entire length is roughly 5 miles, shore to shore. The view is stunning on a clear day and gives you, perhaps, the best sense of how vast the Great Lakes are. It's two lanes in each direction. Driving in the left (inner) lane puts you on top of the grating that is the road surface in the center of the bridge. You need to be ready for that because it grips your tires and makes you feel like your car is fishtailing a little. It's a magnificent
Written 4 July 2022
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Jordan Morningstar
Burnsville, MN282 contributions
July 2023 • Family
My family and I traveled over the bridge on a road trip. We traveled West from East and it was beautiful! The scenic road has so many stops to get out and enjoy Lake Michigan. You get excited as you see the bridge approaching. It's a LONG bridge! If you have a fear of water, it's very safe but just be prepared. All you see is Lake Michigan to the south and Lake Heron to the north. We all enjoyed the view!
Written 23 November 2023
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Joseph P
Hebron, Indiana
How much is the toll for a Chevy cargo van and is a Illinois tollway I-Pass acceptable to cross the Mackinac Bridge
Written 24 July 2024
Joseph P
Hebron, Indiana
How much to drive a cargo van across the bridge and will I-pass (Illinois Tollway) acceptable
Written 24 July 2024
I’ve heard that if I pay to go across, and return within 12 hrs, I can show my receipt and get back across without paying again. Is this true?
Written 8 July 2023
it is not worth the MacPass unless you plan multiple crossings across a period of time. $4.00 each way.
Written 22 August 2022
toll booths clearly marked for macpass and cash. The process is pretty easy.
Written 22 August 2022
Are tolls collected at both ends of the bridge?
Written 14 September 2020
Yes. As all have stated on the North side of the bridge, both coming & going.
Written 15 September 2020
I believe you can use your mac pass sticker in the mac pass lane but there will be no discount applied to your axle count. You will be charged the regular axle rate. If you have questions the mac pass contact number is 906-643-7600.
Written 27 June 2020
Can you use one macpass for two vehicles and will it recognize if you are pulling a trailer
Written 22 March 2020
I don't think you can use it for 2 vehicles. Here is the number to call for the bridge authority. They will answer any questions: (906) 643-7600
Written 24 March 2020
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