Mackinaw City Lighthouse Park

Mackinaw City Lighthouse Park is a public lake beach in Michigan, set about a third of a mile from the town of Mackinaw City. It's an easy stop for anyone already in town, close enough to reach on a short walk or drive. Summer is the warm stretch here. Typical averages from a nearby weather station at St. Ignace, about 4 miles away, show July and August highs around 75°F with lows near 59°F, and June close behind at about 71°F by day and 52°F at night. September stays mild, with highs near 69°F and lows around 53°F. Spring warms slowly: May highs reach about 61°F, while April tops out near 48°F. By October, highs drop to about 56°F, and winter is cold, with January averaging a high of about 26°F and a low near 14°F. Just over half a mile away, the North Central State Trail offers a longer outing on foot. Within about 8 miles you'll also find the Little Bear Fitness Trail, the East Zone for lake fishing, and the Gros Cap Bine (Grouse) Loop.