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  • letsgo12
    Kansas City, MO276 contributions
    5.0 of 5 bubbles
    We got off at the Fort at the horse buggy tour. Had lunch on the terrace cafe. So fun and good. I highly recommend. Lunch with a view was one of my favorite things of the trip. I also love history and enjoyed walking around the buildings. Ect. My son was worried the cannon would be loud. But, it wasn’t.
    Written February 6, 2024
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  • RunningGirl14
    Missouri167 contributions
    5.0 of 5 bubbles
    This is a neat rock formation with incredible views. Glad we walked up the stairs to see it. Makes a great photo op too! We thought it was worth it.
    Written October 7, 2023
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  • Travel25346533585
    893 contributions
    5.0 of 5 bubbles
    Mackinac Island State Park is a Hidden Treasure. Most people have never even heard of Mackinac Island, let alone it's Wonderful State Park. Mackinac Island does not allow any Motorvehicles.
    Getting areound is either walking, a Bicycle, and Horse and Buggy.
    To get to Mackinac Island you must take a Ferry.
    The State Park is Beautiful and the day we visited I even was able to swim in the Lake.
    Written March 29, 2024
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  • babusIndiana
    Columbia City, IN272 contributions
    5.0 of 5 bubbles
    We had a great ride. The hotel gave us coupons for Sheplers, but I wanted to ride the Classic Ferry, which is a 40 minute ride one way. I rode the Ferry for the first time in 1965. I have ridden almost every year since then. I was warned they have older boats that might break down, but the day I rode everything was working fine. What I love about the Classic Ferry is that I can ride standing up, which I prefer. All of the fast boats make you stay seated, because they are a rougher ride. As long as the classic ferry allows me stand to ride, it will be my first choice.
    Written April 15, 2024
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  • Brian
    Pittsburgh, PA571 contributions
    5.0 of 5 bubbles
    This is must do if you have kids. We had 2 year old with us and it was the highlight of her trip! Tons of butterflies and they will land right on you
    Written August 22, 2023
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  • Ann N
    2 contributions
    5.0 of 5 bubbles
    Loved this peaceful place. The butterflies were beautiful! The tropical foliage added to the experience.
    Written October 4, 2023
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  • Keri Ingram
    Walnut Ridge, AR24 contributions
    5.0 of 5 bubbles
    Neat to see what the store looked like and the people wore the clothes of that era . Look like little house on prairie store
    Written June 18, 2023
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  • gobabigo11
    Louisville, KY214 contributions
    5.0 of 5 bubbles
    This spot is so neat. If you scan your code on your bike and use your map, you’ll be able to see right where this spot is. It’s right on beside the bike path. It’s very easy to spot if your looking for it.
    Written July 29, 2023
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  • tahitisteve
    Chicago, IL82 contributions
    5.0 of 5 bubbles
    Amazing 360 view of the stars at night. Was a 30 minute walk from our town hotel. Its about 400 feet up so there is some effort and a lot of wooden stairs in one part so be prepared. But don't let that stop you. I am almost 60 and made it 2 nights in a row without issue. Worth it! The fort itself is an awesome view of the past. Its small but very interesting. But we went for the stars and we were.not let down. AMAZING. The milky way was as bright as I have ever seen. There are mosquitoes so be prepared for that. We stayed up there for hours just gazing at the heavens. The walk down was nice. 20 minutes or so. Highly recommend this for any star lovers
    Written September 15, 2023
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  • TomatoNiceville
    Roanoke, VA56 contributions
    5.0 of 5 bubbles
    This is a beautiful Roman Catholic church very near downtown. When we were there, the daily 11:00 AM Mass was just starting. The Museum and Gift shop were closed. I recommend this as a must see place with a lot of history.
    Written September 14, 2022
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  • HTCWI
    Marathon, WI1,377 contributions
    5.0 of 5 bubbles
    I took advantage of the free entrance to this museum during the lilac festival! The museum is very, very nice! Beautiful art spanning local artists and historical art. Loved the maps depicting the variations on what the Great Lakes looked like. Art studio on the basement that had activities for children! Definitely with the stop!
    Written June 21, 2023
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  • BigMerk
    Glasgow, UK2,508 contributions
    4.0 of 5 bubbles
    We spotted this from the ferry and also got a good view from the beach on Mackinac Island. It’s an old style lighthouse and looks great.
    Written October 5, 2023
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