Veterans Ride Free On Memorial Day!
for details.
Save on every ticket & avoid ticket window lines. Go directly to the boat when you bring your tickets with you.
Get tickets >
Check out our latest ferry schedules from our two dock locations: Mackinaw City and St. Ignace.
See schedules >
Arnold's exclusive, triple-deck catamarans are unarguably the smoothest & fastest way to cross the Straits of Mackinac. But then, why rush your vacation? Savor the Straits aboard our nostalgic traditional ferries.
See the boats >
Getting here is easy ... real easy. Find directions and maps to our docks and start unfolding centuries of history!
Read more >
FREE parking is available next to the docks for day travelers.
Read more >
From today through May 2 is our off-season. Check back often, scheduled departures will be posted as soon as they are available.
See schedule >
From May through October, Arnold's triple-deck catamarans cross the straits seven days a week. Look for scheduled classic ferry & bridge excursion departures too. For your comfort, our ferries have on-board restrooms, spacious aisles & large seating capacities.
See schedule >
From May through October, Arnold's triple-deck catamarans cross the straits seven days a week. Look for scheduled classic ferry & bridge excursion departures too. For your comfort, our ferries have on-board restrooms, spacious aisles & large seating capacities.
See schedule >
Exclusive Mackinac Island catamarans. "Catch the Cat" for the newest, smoothest, quietest, fastest ferry ride across the Straits of Mackinac. Average crossing takes 15 minutes. People susceptible to motion sickness say this is the best way to cross the straits!
Read more>
Savor the beauty of the straits aboard our classic ferries. Reminiscent of the passenger steamers that once plied the Great Lakes, you will leisurely cross the straits in about 30 minutes. The most affordable ferry ticket available!
Read more>
When transporting heavy equipment and large shipments, Arnold Line is place to go.
Read more>
From weddings and conventions to school field trips, scout duty and motorcoach tours, we offer special services and custom packages tailored to each group's needs.
Read more >
Sail through your special day. Whether booking guest transportation to the Island or a sunset reception cruise, Arnold is here to make your planning smooth and easy.
Read more >
Begin your convention on the island aboard the only ferries serving the Straits of Mackinac with on-board restrooms and wide aisles for easy mobility impaired access.
Read more >
Ask about the Bridge Excursion which will take your group under the Mighty Mackinac Bridge accompanied by an educational narrative about its construction, architecture and history.
Read more >
Arnold has been warmly welcoming thousands of vacationers and groups "Up North" for 135 years and is the oldest yet most modern passenger ferry and freight service to historic Mackinac Island.
Read more >
Arnold has been warmly welcoming thousands of vacationers and groups "Up North" for more than 135 years and is the oldest yet most modern passenger ferry and freight service to historic Mackinac Island.
Read more >
Whether this is your first time to cross the Straits or your twentieth time this year, there is always something new to try, new to explore, new to taste, or new to add to your come-back-and-do-it-again list.
Read more >
Thinking about staying overnight? Get our insider's guide to lodging, events and special packages here!
Get the inside scoop >
Share and show off your favorite photos of Mackinac Island for the whole world to see! Just upload your photo, and we'll post it here, along with your name.
Browse our gallery >
Arnold has been warmly welcoming thousands of vacationers and groups "Up North" for 135 years and is the oldest yet most modern passenger ferry and freight service to historic Mackinac Island.
Read more >
Arnold has been warmly welcoming thousands of vacationers and groups "Up North" for more than 135 years and is the oldest yet most modern passenger ferry and freight service to historic Mackinac Island.
Read more >
Thinking about staying overnight? Get our insider's guide to lodging, events and special packages here!
Get the inside scoop >
From weddings and conventions to school field trips, scout duty and motorcoach tours, we offer special services and custom packages tailored to each group's needs.
Read more >
Be the first to know about discounts, packages, special events & news. 