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Arch Rock

TripAdvisor Traveller Rating: 4.5 of 5 stars
TripAdvisor Popularity Index: #2 of 10 attractions in Mackinac Island
Traveller Description: Natural rock bridge soaring 149 feet above the Straits of Mackinac appears to be suspended in midair.
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Attraction type: Geological formation
Address: Mackinac Island, MI

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Reviews of Arch Rock

( 1-5 of 5 )
16 Sep 2008

The water seems to change color as the minutes pass while you look through this arch. It is a beautiful view and just a bit past the fort. It is worth seeing. more

5 Jul 2008

My husband and I decided to explore Mackinac Island on foot while we were there. We came across Arch Rock and it was beautiful. It was a great photo opportunity for us. We got to see it from the top and bottom view and both are amazing. You should definitely go see this rock if you are visiting the island. more

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5 of 5 stars
Springfield, Ohio
5 Sep 2007

We went to Mackinac Island toward the end of August. It was pretty hot needless to say. We decided to rent bikes. I was exhausted by the time we got to the rock and I was less than thrilled to climb the steps to get to the top. It was very much worth the extra effort. It was absolutely gorgeous... more

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4 of 5 stars
Denver, Colorado
20 Jul 2007
1/1 found this review helpful

But for those who don't want to hike them, the site is accessible through the carriage tour. Arch rock offers a breathtaking view of the island. Don't stop there...if you've already climbed all the way there, there is another set of stairs just to the left of arch rock that leads to the "tranquil trail". It is very serene (it... more

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4 of 5 stars
Adrian, Michigan
26 Aug 2006
1/1 found this review helpful

Arch rock is a limestone formation a few hundred feet above the shore of Lake Huron. About a half mile from the downtown area, most tourists walk, bike or take a carriage tour to the site. Be aware that if you hike or bike you will have some a very large hill to walk up before you reach the destination!... more

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( 1-5 of 5 )
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