Mackinac Bridge Swim
- Date Sat 24th July 2027
- Time 7:00AM EDT
- Location Saint Ignace, Michigan
- Price $499.75
- Races 1 race
Event summary
Get ready for an exhilarating experience at the Mackinac Bridge Swim on Saturday, July 24, 2027, in beautiful St. Ignace, Michigan! This unique event invites swimmers to take on the challenge of crossing the stunning Straits of Mackinac, a distance of approximately 4.5 miles, starting from Mackinaw City and concluding at Bridgeview Park. Not only will participants enjoy the breathtaking views of the iconic Mackinac Bridge, but they will also be supporting a noble cause, benefiting the First Responders of Michigan.
Swimmers should prepare for a water temperature ranging from 57 to 70 degrees and must demonstrate proof of a swim pace of 40 minutes per mile or faster by May 1, 2027, to qualify. Wetsuits and swim buoys are required for safety, ensuring a secure and enjoyable experience for all. While this event is not officially timed, avid competitors can track their own times with a Garmin watch. Join us for this unforgettable swim and make a splash for a great cause!
Swimmers should prepare for a water temperature ranging from 57 to 70 degrees and must demonstrate proof of a swim pace of 40 minutes per mile or faster by May 1, 2027, to qualify. Wetsuits and swim buoys are required for safety, ensuring a secure and enjoyable experience for all. While this event is not officially timed, avid competitors can track their own times with a Garmin watch. Join us for this unforgettable swim and make a splash for a great cause!
Organiser's Description
Swim across the Straits of Mackinac alongside the beautiful Mackinac Bridge. This is a swim to benefit First Responders of Michigan. About 4.5 miles across as the swim starts in Mackinaw City and ends at Bridgeview Park in St.Ignace. Expect water temperature to be anywhere from 57 degrees to 70. You will be REQUIRED to show proof of a 40/minute mile or less to qualify to swim by May 1,2027. Wetsuits and swim buoy required. This is not an officially timed event. You want your time, wear a Garmin watch and time yourself.
Races
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Mackinac Bridge Swim
Incl. $24.75 Fee & T-Shirt
Sat 24th July 2027 (7:00AM EDT)
$499.75
OPENS 27 NOV
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I 75, Mackinac City, Saint Ignace, 49781, MI, United States
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