A Visit to Mackinac Island

By GERRY BARKER
'Splash Magazines Worldwide

At first glance, Mackinac Island may seem unremarkable.

Located between Michigan's Upper and Lower Penisulas on Lake Huron, it's less than four square miles in size, and eight miles in circumference. It has a total year-round population of about 500.

But don't let its size fool you -- its natural beauty, rich history and attractions draw over 1.2 million visitors a year. Before we get to why, you should know "Mackinac" is actually pronounced "MACK-in-awe," from the Native Ojibwe language.

So what is it about this place that bring people here in droves? Let's take a closer look, starting with how to get here.  READ MORE.