Mackinac Bridge Swim
- Date Sat 18th July 2026
- Time 7:00AM EDT
- Location Saint Ignace, Michigan
- Price $436.75
- Races 1 race
Event summary
Get ready for an exhilarating experience at the Mackinac Bridge Swim on Saturday, July 18th, 2026! This unique event invites participants to swim across the stunning Straits of Mackinac, covering a distance of approximately 4.5 miles. Starting in Mackinaw City and concluding at Bridgeview Park in St. Ignace, swimmers will enjoy breathtaking views of the iconic Mackinac Bridge while supporting a great cause—the First Responders of Michigan.
As you dive into the refreshing waters, expect temperatures ranging from 57 to 70 degrees. To ensure a safe and enjoyable experience, swimmers must demonstrate proof of a pace of 40 minutes per mile or faster by May 1, 2026. Wetsuits and swim buoys are required for participation, and while the event is not officially timed, you can track your swim with a Garmin watch. Join us for this unforgettable swim and make a splash for a worthy cause!
As you dive into the refreshing waters, expect temperatures ranging from 57 to 70 degrees. To ensure a safe and enjoyable experience, swimmers must demonstrate proof of a pace of 40 minutes per mile or faster by May 1, 2026. Wetsuits and swim buoys are required for participation, and while the event is not officially timed, you can track your swim with a Garmin watch. Join us for this unforgettable swim and make a splash for a worthy 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 1,2026. Wetsuits and swim buoy required. This is not an officially timed event. You want your time, wear a Garmin watch and time yourself.
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