From the docks to the Grand Hotel

Once you arrive on the island, look for one of the Grand Hotel’s horse-drawn carriages, or any of the many horse-drawn taxis (which are generally available between 8 am and 5 pm), for your leisurely ride up to the Grand Hotel. After 5 pm, a taxi may be arranged in advance of your arrival by contacting the Mackinac Island Taxi Company directly at 906-847-3323, subject to availability. The cost is $9.00 per person, cash only. If you prefer, the Grand Hotel is a 15- to 20-minute uphill walk from the boat docks.

Your luggage will be tagged at the ferry dock and transferred to the Grand Hotel. When you check-in, present your luggage tags at the front desk. Your bags will be delivered directly to your room. Check-in starts at 4 p.m.

Tip: If you are arriving close to 6:30 p.m., you may want to bring your evening wear to the hotel because luggage transfer may take up to three hours to get to the hotel from the dock.
Find more information on the Grand Hotel's FAQ page.

For a map of the most up-to-date travel information, visit the Michigan Department of Transportation's MiDrive map.

Shepler's Ferry

• Mackinaw City: 556 E Central Ave, Mackinaw City, MI 49701
Ferry Schedule
Directions and Parking Information

• St. Ignace: 601 N State St, St. Ignace, MI 49781
Ferry Schedule
Directions and Parking Information

Discount code: Shepler's Ferry offers a discounted rate of $28 for adults and $19 for children 5-12 (under 5 free) for GLLC attendees. To receive the discount, identify yourself with the State Bar of Michigan at the ticket window or purchase your tickets online at sheplersferry.com using the code 25STATEBAR for both adult and child discounts.

Arnold Transit Co.

• Mackinaw City: 801 S Huron St, Mackinaw City, MI 49701
• St. Ignace: 587 N State St, St. Ignace, MI 49781
Ferry Schedule for both locations
Parking Information for both locations

Discount Code: Arnold Transit Co. is also offering a discounted rate of $29 for adults and $20 for children ages 5-12 (under 4 free) for GLLC attendees. To receive the discount, identify yourself with the State Bar of Michigan at the ticket window or purchase your tickets online at www.arnoldtransitcompany.com/ using the code SBM2025 for both adult and child discounts.

Getting to the Grand Hotel

Grand Hotel is a 15- to 20-minute uphill walk from the boat docks. For your convenience, Grand Hotel operates horse-drawn carriages between the docks and Grand Hotel. The cost is $9.00 per person, cash only.

Your luggage will be tagged at the ferry dock and transferred to the Grand Hotel. When you check in, simply present your luggage tags at the front desk. Your bags will be delivered directly to your room. Check-in starts at 4 p.m.

Tip: If you are arriving close to 6:30 p.m., you may want to bring your evening wear with you to the hotel because luggage transfer may take up to three hours to get to the hotel from the dock.

Find more hotel details here.