Grand Hotel is delighted to welcome guests for the official opening of its 139th season on May 2nd and invites you to experience timeless traditions!

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Biking

With over 70 miles of natural and paved trails, Mackinac Island is great for biking. Explore the island’s interior or the eight-mile perimeter on picturesque and paved Lake Shore Boulevard (M-185), the only interstate in the nation that does not allow personal motor vehicles.

Highlights along the way include Arch Rock, British Landing, Brown’s Brook, Devil’s Kitchen, and fantastic views of the Straits of Mackinac and Mackinac Bridge. Use the Mackinac roads and trails map to guide you or visit the Concierge Desk for ideas to customize your biking adventure.

Biking around the island is relatively flat and generally takes 1-1½ hours. Refreshments and restrooms are available at the halfway point. Special Grand Hotel box luncheons are available and can be enjoyed at any of the picnic spots throughout the Island. Call 906-847-3331 for more information.

Mackinac Island Bike Rental Prices

Bicycles are available for rent at Woodlands Activity Center during the season starting at 9:00 AM. There is a two-hour minimum rental on all bicycles. All prices are per bike or Burley. Please note: All bikes must be returned by 5:00 PM.

Bring Your Bike to Mackinac Island

We welcome you to bring your own bicycle to Mackinac Island. Guest bicycle parking is located across the street from the hotel, behind the Grand Hotel Pro Shop. Please bring your own bike lock.

At this time, electric bicycles are prohibited within a city that prohibits the use of non-emergency motor vehicles. However, the use of electric bicycles is allowed by individuals with a qualifying condition, in compliance with the American with Disabilities Act. For more information, visit the City of Mackinac Island website.

Children riding bikes

Cedar Grove Bike Track

Kids, bring your parents. Cedar Grove Bike Track is the newest addition to Woodlands Activity Center, where beginners 12 years old and younger can learn how to balance, corner, and brake while having fun and building confidence.

At nearly 400 feet long, Cedar Grove flow trail was custom designed for Grand Hotel complete with small rollers, berms and brims that young riders can enjoy repeatedly. All riders will be fitted for a bike and safety gear prior to their ride. Open daily.

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Celebrate Mom this May with Our Mother’s May Package

Whisk mom away to a Grand Hotel May getaway that she’ll never forget! Our exclusive package offers flexibility for families and moms who might not be able to stay during Mother’s Day weekend but still want to celebrate Mother’s Day during May. Enjoy daily breakfast in the iconic Main Dining Room, 25% savings on lunch at any Grand Hotel restaurant, 15% savings at Grand Women’s, a complimentary mimosa for mom, and more!