If you're craving a tranquil, family-friendly getaway close to home, you still have plenty of time to visit Mackinac Island before its many summer-themed businesses close for winter.

Mackinac Island is a top destination, drawing over 1 million visitors per year, with popular spots from Arch Rock to the Grand Hotel. Visitors can enjoy a relaxing bike or horse-drawn carriage ride around the island, followed by a taste of Mackinac Island fudge or refreshing ice cream.

Tourism season typically lasts through October, according to the Mackinac Island Tourism Bureau, although some businesses may reduce their hours or close completely before that. Halloween weekend on Oct. 24-26 and the closing of the Grand Hotel Oct. 26-27 are two of the last big tourist events of the season.

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