Location: 45.8686681, -84.7278146
Location
Saint Ignace is located in Mackinac County, Michigan, on the north side of the Mackinac Bridge. It serves as the gateway to Michigan’s Upper Peninsula and to Mackinac Island via ferry.
History
As one of Michigan’s oldest settlements, Saint Ignace was founded by French missionaries in the 17th century. It retains a deep Native American and French heritage reflected in museums and historic landmarks.
Attractions
Visitors enjoy the Museum of Ojibwa Culture, ferries to Mackinac Island, and panoramic views of the bridge and Straits of Mackinac. Tourism drives the city’s lively summer economy.