2 Bridges to Explore in Mackinac County
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Mackinac CountyMackinac County, located in Michigan's Upper Peninsula, is a popular destination for visitors seeking some of the most pristinely beautiful landscapes and activities in the area. Home to the city of St. Ignace and a variety of other quaint communities, each offering its own unique attractions, Mackinac County is an ideal getaway spot for adventurers and sightseers alike. It features beautiful lakes with excellent opportunities for swimming, boating, fishing and camping, as well as state parks fo
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Bridges to Explore in Mackinac County
Cut River BridgeThe Cut River Bridge is an iconic part of the county's heritage. This 1930s bridge is the only remaining example of a "Camelback" bridge in the Lower Peninsula, and has withstood more than eighty years' worth of storms and wear-and-tear. With its two pointed arches connecting to piers of rusting iron reinforcing bars, it could very well be a scene out of a history book. it still incorporates modern features like sidewalk railings and a guardrail system for maximum security and safety.
Mackinac BridgeMackinac Bridge, is the fourth-longest suspension bridge in the world. Spanning more than five miles of open water from St. Ignace on the North side to Mackinaw City on the South side of the straits of Lake Michigan and Lake Huron, it is hailed as a marvel of modern engineering. It was opened for traffic in 1957 as part of an effort to make travel easier between Michigan’s two peninsulas and has become an iconic symbol for residents throughout the state.