Parking & Getting Around

Finding your way through St. Ignace is easy with well marked parking, maintained sidewalks and boardwalks, and bike lanes.

04/16/2025 12:00 AM (update 08/27/2025 04:44 PM)

PARKING

St. Ignace’s parking policy recently changed Monday, June 2, 2025 and there have likely been updates to free parking areas since your last visit to the Gateway City.

State Street Parking

Three-hour parking is available along State Street. This area previously only allowed two-hour parking. This option is perfect for a quick shopping trip or stop at one of the City’s restaurants. This free parking is clearly marked with signage.

St. Anthony’s Rock Parking Area

This parking area, located behind State Street, accessed from Central Hill or Truckey Street, is no longer free. This area requires a designated permit and is intended for use by apartment residents and local employees. Non-transferable monthly permits can be purchased through the City of St. Ignace.

St. Ignace Marina

Public parking is also available near the marina. This is a great spot to park if you’re looking to watch the boats come in, stroll the boardwalk, cast a line, or check out the Wawatam Light and historic Chief Wawatam dock, which is now a public park.

Violating posted parking signage will result in a fine. Staying over the time-limit in a parking area will result in a $60 fine that increases to $70 if left unpaid within 72 hours. The ticket will cost $100 if a vehicle is in an access lane or aisle, or ramp/curb-cut used for people with disabilities. This rises to $110 after 72 hours if left unpaid.

More details on the new parking changes can be found here and here.

GETTING AROUND

TAXI SERVICES

Northern Transport and Shuttle
(906) 430-5337 • [email protected]
Northern Transport and Shuttle can provide transportation for all your needs while in the Straits area. Advance arrangements may be made by calling Northern Transport, finding them on Facebook.com/ NorthernTransportAndShuttle, or e-mailing them at the e-mail address above.

Our Family Share a Ride
(906) 298-2527 • [email protected]
Our Family Share a Ride provides taxi service around St. Ignace or out of the area. Reservations may be made by calling Our Family or via the e-mail address above.