PARKING & TICKET OPTIONS

Parking options can be purchased online when you purchase your tickets (on the ticket page) or at the ticket office on your day of arrival.

Mackinac Island Ferry Company is the only Mackinac Island ferry service to offer Valet Parking in both Mackinaw City and St. Ignace.  Let us park your car in a fenced-in area, so all you have to worry about is enjoying your stay on the island.

All valet parking guests should proceed directly to our dock for luggage assistance and vehicle drop off. We strongly suggest that all guests arrive 45 minutes prior to their desired departure time.

Text the valet number listed on your claim check 60 minutes before your departure, and we will have the vehicle waiting on our dock upon your return.
If you parked in ST IGNACE: Text claim number to: 906-373-8022

If you parked in MACKINAW CITY: Text claim number to: 231-539-1115


Mackinaw City – Outdoor Valet Parking is $50.00 per day.
Drop your vehicle off at the dock at 801 South Huron Ave, Mackinaw City, MI 49701   GET DIRECTIONS

If traveling NORTH for a trip to Mackinac Island, guests can take exit #337 of I-75 North
Turn right off the exit onto S. Nicolet St/Mackinaw Hwy
Take a slight right onto Old US 31 Hwy
Turn right onto US 23 South
Turn left onto South Huron Ave and look for our dock on the right

If traveling SOUTH from Michigan’s upper peninsula, guests can take exit #339 of I-75 South
Turn left at the next two stop signs (Jamet St to Louvigny St to Central Ave)
Continue straight through the light (the intersection of Central Ave. and Nicolet)
Turn right at the end of the road onto South Huron Ave and look for our dock on the left


St Ignace – Outdoor Valet Parking is $50.00 per day.
Summer Season: Drop your vehicle off at Dock 3 – 587 North State St, St Ignace, MI 49781   GET DIRECTIONS
Winter Season: Drop your vehicle off at Dock 2 – 99 North State St, St Ignace, MI 49781   GET DIRECTIONS

If traveling NORTH for a trip to Mackinac Island, guests can take exit #337 of I-75 North
Turn right off the exit onto S. Nicolet St/Mackinaw Hwy
Take a slight right onto Old US 31 Hwy
Turn right onto US 23 South
Turn left onto South Huron Ave and look for our dock on the right

If traveling SOUTH from Michigan’s upper peninsula:
From US 2
Continue into St Ignace on I-75 Business Loop and look for our dock on the right
From I-75 South
Exit #345 and turn left onto Portage St
Turn left onto North State St and look for our dock on the right
From M-123 South
Turn onto I-75 South toward St Ignace
Take exit #345 and turn left onto Portage St
Turn left onto North State St and look for our dock on the right

Park with premium convenience right on the ferry dock for your trip to Mackinac Island. No need to remember a lot number or take one of our shuttles! Space is limited – first come, first serve.

We strongly suggest that all guests arrive 45 minutes prior to their desired departure time.


Mackinaw City – Dockside parking is $30 per vehicle per day
Head to the dock at 801 South Huron Ave, Mackinaw City, MI 49701   GET DIRECTIONS

We strongly suggest that all guests arrive 45 minutes prior to their desired departure time.

If traveling North for a trip to Mackinac Island, guests can take exit #337 of I-75 North
Turn right off the exit onto S. Nicolet St/Mackinaw Hwy
Take a slight right onto Old US 31 Hwy
Turn right onto US 23 South
Turn left onto South Huron Ave and look for our dock on the right

If traveling south from Michigan’s upper peninsula, guests can take exit #339 of I-75 South
Turn left at the next two stop signs (Jamet St to Louvigny St to Central Ave)
Continue straight through the light (the intersection of Central Ave. and Nicolet)
Turn right at the end of the road onto South Huron Ave and look for our dock on the left


St. Ignace – Dockside parking is free for 1 day (6am – 11pm) parking (free off-site parking is available for up to 5 days)

Summer Season: Dock 3 – 587 North State St, St Ignace, MI 49781   GET DIRECTIONS
Winter Season: Dock 2 – 99 North State St, St Ignace, MI 49781   GET DIRECTIONS

If traveling NORTH for a trip to Mackinac Island, guests can take exit #337 of I-75 North
Turn right off the exit onto S. Nicolet St/Mackinaw Hwy
Take a slight right onto Old US 31 Hwy
Turn right onto US 23 South
Turn left onto South Huron Ave and look for our dock on the right

If traveling SOUTH from Michigan’s upper peninsula:
From US 2
Continue into St Ignace on I-75 Business Loop and look for our dock on the right
From I-75 South
Exit #345 and turn left onto Portage St
Turn left onto North State St and look for our dock on the right
From M-123 South
Turn onto I-75 South toward St Ignace
Take exit #345 and turn left onto Portage St
Turn left onto North State St and look for our dock on the right

Mackinaw City only

For our guests who wish to park their own car in a secured location, we have a fenced-in area located across the street and just to the right of the dock.  We are happy to pick you up at that location after you have parked your vehicle with our complimentary shuttle service.  Self-Park Secured is $20.00 per day in LOT 4.

Lot 4 is at 810 South Huron Ave, Mackinaw City, MI 49701   GET DIRECTIONS

If traveling NORTH for a trip to Mackinac Island, guests can take exit #337 of I-75 North
Turn right off the exit onto S. Nicolet St/Mackinaw Hwy
Take a slight right onto Old US 31 Hwy
Turn right onto US 23 South
Turn left onto South Huron Ave and look for Rusted Spoke Brewing on the left
Turn left on road directly BEFORE Rusted Spoke Brewing, go thru Lot 3 and head to Lot 4 which is behind the Bayside Hotel

If traveling SOUTH from Michigan’s upper peninsula, guests can take exit #339 of I-75 South
Turn left at the next two stop signs (Jamet St to Louvigny St to Central Ave)
Continue straight through the light (the intersection of Central Ave. and Nicolet)
Turn right at the end of the road onto South Huron Ave and look for Rusted Spoke Brewing on the right
Turn right on road directly AFTER Rusted Spoke Brewing, go thru Lot 3 and head to Lot 4 which is behind the Bayside Hotel

Mackinac Island Ferry Company offers both day and overnight, free, unsecured off-site parking.  Our complimentary shuttles will happily pick you up and bring you to the dock, to board the ferry, when you are ready.

We strongly suggest that all guests arrive 45 minutes prior to their desired departure time.


Mackinaw City – Free off-site parking lots (up to 5 days)

Lot 3 (Day Parking Only) is at 810 South Huron Ave, Mackinaw City, MI 49701   GET DIRECTIONS

If traveling NORTH for a trip to Mackinac Island, guests can take exit #337 of I-75 North
Turn right off the exit onto S. Nicolet St/Mackinaw Hwy
Take a slight right onto Old US 31 Hwy
Turn right onto US 23 South
Turn left onto South Huron Ave and look for Rusted Spoke Brewing on the left
Turn left on road directly BEFORE Rusted Spoke Brewing, go thru Lot 3 and head to Lot 4 which is behind the Bayside Hotel

If traveling SOUTH from Michigan’s upper peninsula, guests can take exit #339 of I-75 South
Turn left at the next two stop signs (Jamet St to Louvigny St to Central Ave)
Continue straight through the light (the intersection of Central Ave. and Nicolet)
Turn right at the end of the road onto South Huron Ave and look for Rusted Spoke Brewing on the right
Turn right on road directly AFTER Rusted Spoke Brewing, go thru Lot 3 and head to Lot 4 which is behind the Bayside Hotel

Lot 7 (Day & Overnight up to 5 Days) is at 725 Nicolet St, Mackinaw City, MI 49701   GET DIRECTIONS

If traveling NORTH for a trip to Mackinac Island, guests can take exit #337 of I-75 North
Turn right off the exit onto S. Nicolet St/Mackinaw Hwy
Turn right onto Lake St and immediately turn right into Lot 7 Parking Lot

If traveling SOUTH from Michigan’s upper peninsula, guests can take exit #339 of I-75 South
Turn left at the next two stop signs (Jamet St to Louvigny St to Central Ave)
Turn right onto Nicolet St
Turn left onto Lake St and immediately turn right into Lot 7 Parking Lot


St. Ignace – Free dockside 1 day (6am – 11pm) parking and free off-site parking lots (up to 5 days)

Dockside at Dock 1 – 253 South State St, St Ignace, MI 49781   GET DIRECTIONS
Dockside at Dock 2 (Overnight and Oversized) – 99 North State St, St Ignace, MI 49781   GET DIRECTIONS
Dockside at Dock 3 (Day Parking Only) – 587 North State St, St Ignace, MI 49781   GET DIRECTIONS
Off-Site Parking Lot – Directly across State St from Dock 3 (587 North State St, St Ignace, MI 49781), behind Driftwood Restaurant & Sports Bar

If traveling NORTH for a trip to Mackinac Island, guests can take exit #337 of I-75 North
Turn right off the exit onto S. Nicolet St/Mackinaw Hwy
Take a slight right onto Old US 31 Hwy
Turn right onto US 23 South
Turn left onto South Huron Ave and look for our dock on the right

If traveling SOUTH from Michigan’s upper peninsula:
From US 2
Continue into St Ignace on I-75 Business Loop and look for our dock on the right
From I-75 South
Exit #345 and turn left onto Portage St
Turn left onto North State St and look for our dock on the right
From M-123 South
Turn onto I-75 South toward St Ignace
Take exit #345 and turn left onto Portage St
Turn left onto North State St and look for our dock on the right

Handicap accessible parking is available in both Mackinaw City and St. Ignace.  Please inquire when pulling into one of our docks for more information and exact location.

Star Line Mackinac Island Ferry Company offers several options for RV’s and oversized vehicles and trailers.  Options available in Mackinaw City and St Ignace.  Please pull into our main dock in each city for directions and an escort.


Mackinaw City – Free overnight parking up to 5 days

Lot 7 is at 725 Nicolet St, Mackinaw City, MI 49701   GET DIRECTIONS

If traveling NORTH for a trip to Mackinac Island, guests can take exit #337 of I-75 North
Turn right off the exit onto S. Nicolet St/Mackinaw Hwy
Turn right onto Lake St and immediately turn right into Lot 7 Parking Lot

If traveling SOUTH from Michigan’s upper peninsula, guests can take exit #339 of I-75 South
Turn left at the next two stop signs (Jamet St to Louvigny St to Central Ave)
Turn right onto Nicolet St
Turn left onto Lake St and immediately turn right into Lot 7 Parking Lot


St Ignace – Free overnight parking up to 5 days

Dock 2 – 99 North State St, St Ignace, MI 49781   GET DIRECTIONS
Head to the large parking lot next to the Dock.

If traveling NORTH for a trip to Mackinac Island, guests can take exit #337 of I-75 North
Turn right off the exit onto S. Nicolet St/Mackinaw Hwy
Take a slight right onto Old US 31 Hwy
Turn right onto US 23 South
Turn left onto South Huron Ave and look for our Dock 2 on the right

If traveling SOUTH from Michigan’s upper peninsula:
From US 2
Continue into St Ignace on I-75 Business Loop and look for our dock on the right
From I-75 South
Exit #345 and turn left onto Portage St
Turn left onto North State St and look for our dock on the right
From M-123 South
Turn onto I-75 South toward St Ignace
Take exit #345 and turn left onto Portage St
Turn left onto North State St and look for our Dock 2 on the right

Mackinac Island Ferry Company Parking

Parking

We provide the most convenient and best priced parking for both day and overnight guests.

Take advantage of our FREE day (6am – 11pm) and overnight (up to 5 days) parking a short distance from our dock.  A shuttle will escort you to and from our dock.

We are the ONLY ferry service to offer indoor and outdoor valet parking in both Mackinaw City and St Ignace.  Additional fees apply.

For your convenience valet parking can be purchased online when you purchase your tickets or at your time of arrival.

Valet Service, when you are ready to leave Mackinac Island you can text us your Valet ticket number and we will have your car ready for you when you exit the boat!  Now that’s fast and friendly!

Ticket Options

fastPASS  is our Signature Hydro-Jet or Catamaran Ferry Service to Mackinac Island.   As always Children 4 and under ride FREE on all of our vessels!! (If traveling to Mackinac Island November thru April, there will be an additional $5.00 Winter Surcharge Ticket needed per person each way, that can be purchased at the dock prior to boarding the ferry.) PURCHASE TICKETS

mackPASS Plan your Mackinac vacation in one place with the mackPASS where you can bundle Mackinac Island Ferry Company ferry tickets and attraction tickets on Mackinac Island on the mainland. The mackPASS  ticket includes a round trip fastPASS as well as a Mackinac Island Carriage Tour Ticket. You are also able to add on tickets for Fort Mackinac, The Original Butterfly House, Jack Pine Lumberjack Show, Mystery Town USA, and Grand Hotel Admission (additional costs do apply for add on activities).

Once our tickets are purchased, they are non-refundable.

2023 Online Ferry Rates – Buy Tickets

Save $5 off competitors ticket price on adult ferry tickets when you buy your tickets here, online in advance!

Tickets (except priority boarding) are valid for any date and departure during the 2023 season and are non-refundable. 

Regular prices apply in-person at all ticket offices.  Discounts are taken off regular ticket prices; multiple discounts are not permitted.

**All tickets and parking, once purchased, are non-refundable. **

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