Beaver Island

The only public transportation to the island is from Charlevoix, in the Lower Peninsula.

By Private Boat

Drop an anchor in one of Lake Michigan's best natural harbors or use a marina.

Beaver Island Marina

25860 Main/P.O.Box 76, Beaver Island MI 49782, +1-231-448-2300. (http://beaverislandmarina...) Offers slips and dockage, with water, electricity, and cable TV. Services include gas, diesel, pump-out, repairs, laundry, bathhouse, car rental, and nearby grocery.

Beaver Island Municipal Yacht Dock

+1-231-448-2252. Attended by Beaver Island harbor master. Lounge, picnic area.

By plane

Two businesses provide regular air transportation between Charlevoix and the island. The trip takes about 15 minutes each way, and both carriers make several trips daily, based on passenger reservations.

Fresh Air Aviation

+1-231-237-9482 or 1-888-359-7448. (http://www.freshairaviati...) Operates 6-passenger twin-engine planes. $42.50/$27.50 adult/child each way, $85/$55 round-trip, with discounts for booking 7 days in advance. Pets free-$17.50 each way. Charter service is available from other airports in the region.

Island Airways

+1-231-547-2141 Charlevoix, +1-231-448-2071 Beaver Island, 1-800-524-6895 toll free. (http://www.islandairways.com/) Operates 9-passenger twin-engine planes. $42/$28 adult/child each way. Pets $10-20 each way.

Prices of airlines are subject to change and may not reflect these current listings.