Celebrate America’s Independence Day on the Straits with a VIP view of St. Ignace’s fireworks display!  Experience a 4th of July to remember aboard a Shepler’s cruise!  The best seat in the house, on the Straits, awaits you for a VIP viewing of St. Ignace’s stunning fireworks display.  Our St. Ignace fireworks cruise departs our St. Ignace dock at 9:15pm and returns about 11:00pm. 

All 4th of July Fireworks Cruise tickets are NON-REFUNDABLE with no exceptions. Please ensure you are able to go before purchasing your ticket.

Be sure to read important scheduled cruise FAQs on cancellations and refunds, updated concession stand details, parking, boarding, and other important information before purchasing tickets.

Parking for this cruise is located at the St. Ignace dock for $15.00 per day. Address is below:
601 N. State St.
St. Ignace, MI 49781

Adult: $60.00
Child (5-12): $60.00
Child Under 5: Free (ticket required; must sit on an adult’s lap)

Please note: Cruise Terms and Conditions have been updated as of January 8, 2025.

Celebrate America’s Independence Day on the Straits with a VIP view of Mackinaw City’s fireworks display!  Experience a 4th of July to remember aboard a Shepler’s cruise!  The best seat in the house, on the Straits, awaits you for a VIP viewing of Mackinaw City’s stunning fireworks display.  Our Mackinaw City fireworks cruise departs our Mackinaw City dock at 9:15pm and returns about 11:00pm.

All 4th of July Fireworks Cruise tickets are NON-REFUNDABLE with no exceptions. Please ensure you are able to go before purchasing your ticket.

Be sure to read important scheduled cruise FAQs on cancellations and refunds, updated concession stand details, parking, boarding, and other important information before purchasing tickets.

Parking for this cruise is located at our Day Parking lot for $15 per day. Address is below:
311 S. Nicolet Ave.
Mackinaw City, MI 49701

Adult: $60.00
Child (5-12): $60.00
Child Under 5: Free (ticket required; must sit on an adult’s lap)

Please note: Cruise Terms and Conditions have been updated as of January 8, 2025.

NEW FOR THE 2026 SEASON—Experience the magic of a Straits of Mackinac sunset aboard Shepler’s Sunset Cruise! As the day winds down, set sail into the golden hour and watch the sky transform into a breathtaking canvas of color over the crystal-clear waters of Lake Huron and Lake Michigan. Glide beneath the iconic Mackinac Bridge and circle the shores of Mackinac Island, taking in its timeless beauty as the sun dips toward the horizon. This is the perfect way to end your day—peaceful, scenic, and unforgettable.

All Night Sky Cruises depart from and return to Mackinaw City.  Cruise parking is located at 311 S. Nicolet St. for $15 per vehicle per day.

Click here to download full 2026 Cruise Schedule.

Experience the ultimate lighthouse adventure on our longest cruise—five unforgettable hours exploring the beauty and history of Lake Huron! This exclusive itinerary, offered only by Shepler’s, takes you to seven remarkable lighthouses: Martin Reef, Spectacle Reef, DeTour Reef, Bois Blanc Lighthouse, Round Island Lighthouse, and Round Island Passage Light. Along the way, you’ll enjoy rare views of these iconic beacons and an inside look at the stunning 36-island Les Cheneaux archipelago, a hidden gem off Michigan’s southeastern Upper Peninsula.

All Lighthouse Cruises depart from and return to Mackinaw City. Cruise parking is located at 311 S. Nicolet St. for $15 per vehicle per day.

Click here to download full 2026 Cruise Schedule.

Length:

• 5 Hours, Restroom on Board

Included Lights:

• Martin Reef
• Spectacle Reef
• Detour Reef
• Bois Blanc Lighthouse
• Round Island Lighthouse
• Round Island Passage

Be sure to read important scheduled cruise FAQs on cancellations and refunds, updated concession stand details, parking, boarding, and other important information before purchasing tickets.

Prices:

Adult: $118.00
Children (ages 5-12): $66.00
Children (under 5): Free (Box lunch not included for children under 5)

Please note: Cruise Terms and Conditions have been updated as of January 8, 2025.

Go beyond the ordinary with our Extended Eastbound Lighthouse Cruise—an experience designed for true lighthouse enthusiasts! Building on our popular eastbound route, this expanded journey takes you deeper into Lake Huron for rare and remarkable sights. After passing beneath the Mighty Mac and visiting Round Island Lighthouse and Round Island Passage Light, we’ll continue east past the privately owned Bois Blanc Lighthouse and venture farther to the elusive Spectacle Reef Light—one of the most remote and impressive lights on the Great Lakes, visible up close only by boat.

All Lighthouse Cruises depart from and return to Mackinaw City. Cruise parking is located at 311 S. Nicolet St. for $15 per vehicle per day.

Click here to download full 2026 Cruise Schedule.

Length:

• 4 hours, Restroom on Board

Included Lights:

• Round Island Lighthouse
• Round Island Passage
• Bois Blanc Lighthouse
• Poe Reef
• Fourteen Foot Shoal
• Cheboygan Crib
• Cheboygan River Front Range
• Spectacle Reef

Be sure to read important scheduled cruise FAQs on cancellations and refunds, updated concession stand details, parking, boarding, and other important information before purchasing tickets.

Prices:

Adult: $104.50
Children (ages 5-12): $63.00
Children (under 5): Free

Please note: Cruise Terms and Conditions have been updated as of January 8, 2025.

Set sail in 2026 for an unforgettable lighthouse adventure on Lake Michigan! Travel with our Great Lakes Lighthouse Keepers Association guide as we explore seven historic lighthouses and take in the sweeping views of Wilderness State Park and the northern Lower Peninsula. This season’s highlight remains the exclusive visits to Squaw Island Lighthouse and Lansing Shoal Light, complemented by five other fascinating stops that celebrate the rich maritime heritage of the Great Lakes.

All Lighthouse Cruises depart from and return to Mackinaw City. Cruise parking is located at 311 S. Nicolet St. for $15 per vehicle per day.

Click here to download full 2026 Cruise Schedule.

Length:

• 4.5 Hours, Restroom on Board

Included Lights:

• Old Mackinac Point Lighthouse
• White Shoal
• Gray’s Reef
• Waugoshance
• St. Helena Island Lighthouse
• Squaw Island Lighthouse
• Lansing Shoal

Be sure to read important scheduled cruise FAQs on cancellations and refunds, updated concession stand details, parking, boarding, and other important information before purchasing tickets.

Prices:

Adult: $110.00
Children (ages 5-12): $64.50
Children (under 5): Free

Please note: Cruise Terms and Conditions have been updated as of January 8, 2025.

Make 2026 unforgettable with one of our only two Evening Lighthouse Cruises—an experience unlike any other! Set sail at sunset through the Straits of Mackinac for a magical evening on the open water. As day turns to night, watch the Great Lakes’ iconic lighthouses come alive under the glow of twilight while an expert from the Great Lakes Lighthouse Keepers Association shares their fascinating stories. This westbound journey into Lake Michigan offers breathtaking views of historic lights, the serene horizon, and a starlit sky guiding your way—an exclusive adventure you won’t want to miss.

All Lighthouse Cruises depart from and return to Mackinaw City. Cruise parking is located at 311 S. Nicolet St. for $15 per vehicle per day.

Click here to download full 2026 Cruise Schedule.

Length:

• 3 Hours, Restroom on Board

Be sure to read important scheduled cruise FAQs on cancellations and refunds, updated concession stand details, parking, boarding, and other important information before purchasing tickets.

Prices:

Adult: $79.00
Children (ages 5-12): $48.00
Children (under 5): Free

Please note: Cruise Terms and Conditions have been updated as of January 8, 2025.

Discover the magic of Lake Michigan on our Westbound Lighthouse Cruise—an experience that combines history, beauty, and adventure. Journey past five spectacular Lake Michigan lighthouses while soaking in the stunning coastline views of Wilderness State Park and beyond. Along the way, learn fascinating lighthouse history and maritime lore from an expert guide with the Great Lakes Lighthouse Keepers Association.

All Lighthouse Cruises depart from and return to Mackinaw City. Cruise parking is located at 311 S. Nicolet St. for $15 per vehicle per day.

Click here to download full 2026 Cruise Schedule.

Length:

• 3 Hours, Restroom on Board

Included Lights:

• Old Mackinac Point Lighthouse
• White Shoal
• Gray’s Reef
• Waugoshance
• St. Helena Island Lighthouse

Be sure to read important scheduled cruise FAQs on cancellations and refunds, updated concession stand details, parking, boarding, and other important information before purchasing tickets.

Prices:

Adult: $79.00
Children (ages 5-12): $48.00
Children (under 5): Free

Please note: Cruise Terms and Conditions have been updated as of January 8, 2025.

Set out on a Shepler’s Eastbound Lighthouse Cruise for a one-of-a-kind voyage along Lake Huron’s picturesque shoreline! Your journey begins with a dramatic glide beneath the iconic Mackinac Bridge before crossing the Straits toward the historic Round Island Lighthouse and Round Island Passage Light. From there, we’ll continue east, passing the secluded Bois Blanc Lighthouse, then on to the striking Poe Reef Light and Fourteen Foot Shoal Light before turning into the serene South Channel. A short detour up the Cheboygan River reveals the Cheboygan Crib Light and Cheboygan Front Range Light before we make our way back to Mackinaw City. All the while, you’ll cruise the sparkling blue waters of Lake Huron and enjoy captivating stories of lighthouse lore and maritime history from an expert with the Great Lakes Lighthouse Keepers Association.

All Lighthouse Cruises depart from and return to Mackinaw City. Cruise parking is located at 311 S. Nicolet St. for $15 per vehicle per day.

Click here to download full 2026 Cruise Schedule.

Length:

• 3 Hours, Restroom on Board

Included Lights:

• Round Island Lighthouse
• Round Island Passage
• Bois Blanc Lighthouse
• Poe Reef
• Fourteen Foot Shoal
• Cheboygan Crib
• Cheboygan River Front Range

Be sure to read important scheduled cruise FAQs on cancellations and refunds, updated concession stand details, parking, boarding, and other important information before purchasing tickets.

Prices:

Adult: $79.00
Children (ages 5-12): $48.00
Children (under 5): Free

Please note: Cruise Terms and Conditions have been updated as of January 8, 2025.