
At Mackinac Bridge Swim, we believe in the power of the swim community to create lasting change. Our mission is to raise awareness and funds for local First Responders through the exhilarating Mackinac Bridge Swim. Every stroke you take helps support our nonprofit and promotes a healthy lifestyle. Join us in our journey to transform lives, one swim at a time. Together, we can make a significant impact to help those that put their lives on the line for others. 2025 has been amazing as we hit our $100,000 goal to give back to the local community. Year five is promising to be another fantastic year. So consider registering when it opens.
Accepting $50,000 checks to Mackinaw City and St. Ignace Fire Departments.
A little view from under the bridge.
Please reach us at eric@mackinacbridgeswim.com if you cannot find an answer to your question.
About 4-5 miles. I suggest training for 6.
Yes -- this can be carried in your tow buoy. There will be some drinks and snacks at the finish.
YES!! This is a requirement for our event. Sleeveless and sleeved are good. 3/4 wetsuits are fine too.
Registration is $410 and includes entry into the swim and a finisher medal.After party dinner
Saturday July 18, 2026
November 27,2025
No, we have a safety crew of our own to watch over you. Safety reasons is why you cannot.
Yes.
Friday July 17, 3-8pm This is MANDATORY at Wawatam Park. punch in gps and it will bring you there, below the huge water tower. If you miss it you will not be allowed to swim.
We will have a sign up for those needing a ride back to Mac City at packet pickup.
NO, sorry but this nonprofit event is like almost every other event and do not allow it. You can take insurance when registering. You can transfer your spot until April 30,2026. Buy the race insurance!!!!!! Please do not ask. I too register for events and fully understand the rules when I sign the waiver. I also purchase race insurance on all events over $150, so I suggest you do the same There are NO REFUNDS FOR ANY REASON.
You can use garmin, apple or just a watch if you want YOUR official time
We will have a drone with a live feed streaming to our facebook page Also you may not bring a drone.
YOU must provide proof either by Garmin, Strava or a lifeguard/coach time you, email all to eric@mackinacbridgeswim.com. If not received by May 1,2026 you will be excluded from the swim and no refund or deferral. I WILL. NOT be tracking you down this year to get your times!
No, you can just pay the entry fee. Though we encourage fundraising to help support First Responders.
No.
Please reach us at eric@mackinacbridgeswim.com if you cannot find an answer to your question.
Bridgeview Park, St. Ignace. Google it and it will come up. Plenty of close parking and restrooms onsite. Only you will know when to tell them to be there by as I have no clue how long it will take you, lol!
Register and Make donations here!
Mackinac Bridge, Interstate 75, Michigan, United States
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