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Arch Rock

Mackinac Island, MI
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Type: Geologic Formations
Description: Natural rock bridge soaring 149 feet above the Straits of Mackinac appears to be suspended in midair.
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alanson
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12 reviews 12 reviews
5 attraction reviews
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5 helpful votes 5 helpful votes
4 of 5 stars Reviewed April 23, 2013

I just love all of the island, but the arch rock is so beautiful. Very cool what mother nature can do over time!

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Peoria, Illinois
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28 reviews 28 reviews
8 attraction reviews
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25 helpful votes 25 helpful votes
3 of 5 stars Reviewed April 11, 2013

Climbed Arch Rock on a steep trail and was totally winded by the time we got to the top. It is a very interesting rock formation with great views, once you reach the top. We always take our own bikes and ride around the island a number of times during our visit, so we see Arch Rock each time, but... More

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See 7 more reviews by pollyanna123 for Mackinac Island
Michigan
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12 attraction reviews
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5 helpful votes 5 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed March 16, 2013

This was a unique sight to experience. We were probably up over a hundred feet above the water and beach below. This was an amazing view over the lake.

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Mackinac Island, Michigan
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13 reviews 13 reviews
8 attraction reviews
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2 helpful votes 2 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed March 15, 2013

Beautiful geologic formation! How did this form? And when? Mother nature is slowly reclaiming her one bit at a time so come see arch rock before it's at the bottom of the bike path. DO NOT CLIMB! We used to do this but it is not as strong as it once was!

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See 3 more reviews by Great T for Mackinac Island
Traverse City, Michigan
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Reviews in 6 cities Reviews in 6 cities
18 helpful votes 18 helpful votes
4 of 5 stars Reviewed March 14, 2013

Our Bed and Breakfast is very near to the Rock so many mornings I would watch the Sunrise from nearby. Unfortunately the stairs from the East side have been closed and the only way to the Rock is from the Top of the Island by road.

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DeWitt, Michigan
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41 reviews 41 reviews
21 attraction reviews
Reviews in 13 cities Reviews in 13 cities
15 helpful votes 15 helpful votes
4 of 5 stars Reviewed March 12, 2013

Don't walk unless you're used to going that far, the buggy we rented was best, bicycles could be a bit of a challenge. The tour is a good idea too. Cross fingers for a sunny day, pictures are a must!

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Davison, Michigan
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4 of 5 stars Reviewed February 28, 2013

this was one of our stop during are carriage ride, great place to jump out and take pictures ( we didn't really have to jump out they stop lol) just so beautiful, must see if your on the Island.

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Middletown, Indiana, United States
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8 reviews 8 reviews
3 attraction reviews
Reviews in 4 cities Reviews in 4 cities
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5 of 5 stars Reviewed January 28, 2013

It is truly amazing what and how Mother Nature does with our earth. This is one of those rock formations that forms a frame for your picture of the water or of your friends.

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Windom, Minnesota
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13 reviews 13 reviews
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Reviews in 7 cities Reviews in 7 cities
7 helpful votes 7 helpful votes
4 of 5 stars Reviewed January 23, 2013

While the walk up to get there is a bit of a trek by foot, it's a beautiful view and we were glad we did the hike. You can also get there via the road as well, and we took a carriage ride up there later that day.

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Paducah, Kentucky
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5 of 5 stars Reviewed January 4, 2013

An amazing natural wonder. If you take the Carriage Tour, this is one of the stops and they will give you the local folklore associated with it.

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