Which strait connects Lake Michigan and Lake Huron in the United States?

The Straits of Mackinac connect Lake Michigan and Lake Huron in the United States.

This waterway lies between Michigan’s Upper and Lower peninsulas. Although commonly called a strait, its plural name reflects the several channels and islands in the area, especially Mackinac Island. The passage is part of the Great Lakes waterway and allows vessels to move between the two lakes.

The Straits of Mackinac are about 8 kilometres wide at their narrowest point. They are crossed by the Mackinac Bridge, which opened in 1957 and links Michigan’s two peninsulas. The bridge is one of the best-known landmarks in the region.

A common mix-up is confusing the straits with the Mackinac Bridge or Mackinac Island. The bridge crosses the waterway; the island sits within it. The straits also differ from the St. Marys River, which connects Lake Superior with Lake Huron farther east.