A. Bicycling around Mackinac Island is a fun way to get around and a great way to see all of the island. You can bring your own over on the ferry or rent one from one of the many bike station right near the ferry docks. The towering trees provide a comfortably shady respite from both the sun and the crowds. The island itself it approximately eight miles around - perfect for day-long bike or hike on the paved walkways alongside the cool and breathtakingly beautiful Lake Huron. If that sounds daunting, take the marked trails that cut through the island - some of them dating back to the days when the Island was inhabited by the Native American Menominee tribe. Carriage tours are also a great way to tour the island if you’re not up to hiking or biking.