Once you cross the Mackinac Bridge you have some decisions to make: 1: Turn right and go to St. Ignace, or 2: Turn Left and get on US 2 that winds along the coast of Lake Michigan and everything that the western U.P. offers for adventure. It's a bit bewildering to decide, but "Fudgies", "Trolls" or "Apple Knocker" (Yooper terms for people that live in the lower peninsula) veer to the right and drive the short distance to St. Ignace. The harbor, lighthouse, parks, and marina are enough to enchant most people, but there are plenty of unique shops and other diversions to keep you occupied whether it's just for a couple of days or several.

Mackinaw City is known for...Fudge. Sometimes you have to say "F"udge it!" and ignore the indulgent waves of invisible sweetness that float along the streets, It's difficult to resist the temptation that kidnaps your train of thoughts...it's an intoxicating robbery of your senses. *sigh* There is quite a bit of history to this village that's also known as a gateway to Mackinac Island and Michigan's Upper Peninsula, but there are some unique things of interest that also make Mackinaw City charming with it's diverse places of interest.