Experience natural beauty and unique history on America's only former kingdom, Beaver Island. The most remote inhabited island in the Great Lakes, with a year-round population of 600 - a large percentage, of Irish descent. The residents' isolation, independence and respect for nature and traditions of the Island have made time slow down. Because Beaver Island offers a serene, relaxed life-style, many visitors have become regular vacationers, property owners and permanent residents. We welcome you to discover Beaver Island and decide where it may fit into your life.

Beaver Island offers - nature lovers and sportsman alike - pristine woods, isolated beaches, hiking and biking trails, and uncrowded campsites. Those searching for a truly removed up-north destination will find it on Beaver Island.

Beaver Island Boat Company will begin your relaxing trip . . .

The two-hour-long ferry ride from Charlevoix will take you to St. James, Beaver Island, located 32 miles northwest of Charlevoix. Enjoy the water passing by while you enjoy your lunch and drinks; and forget your watch so you can become acquainted with "Island time."

Day trips are available during June, July and August. 1.5 and 3 hour long Guided Island Tours are available May through October.