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Fort Holmes

Fort Holmes Road, Mackinac Island, MI 49757
View from Fort Holmes atop Mackinac Island
Ranked #8 of 13 attractions in Mackinac Island
4.5 of 5 stars 3 Reviews
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Wyoming, MI
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“Gotta hike to it.”
4 of 5 stars Reviewed 14 May 2012

Gotta bike then hike to this location so be prepared. I did not do the hiking part but my husband did and said it was really worth it.

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Fulshear, Texas
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“Great view”
4 of 5 stars Reviewed 22 October 2011
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I always ride my bike up to it. The view is fantastic. I think some of the carraige tours will take you up there. The Fort itself is not much but its historical.

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Naples, FL
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“Great overlook of Mackinac Island!”
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 4 September 2011 via mobile
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This spot on the highest point on Mackinac Island provides quite a scenic overlook of the town below. It's a good bike ride if you like going uphill. This was the spot from where the British established an offensive position in the attack and capture of Fort Mackinac in the War of 1812. It was renamed Fort Holmes in honor... More

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