The Michigan House has approved legislation that grants Mackinac Island legal authority to set and regulate ferry fees. This bill, reported by The Detroit News on May 22, 2026, establishes local control over the pricing of ferry services to and from the island.
As a result of the new law, travelers using ferry services to access Mackinac Island may experience changes to ferry fees. However, specific details regarding potential changes in fees or the timing for implementing new pricing arrangements have not been disclosed.
