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Things to Do in the Mackinac Straits Area

The Mackinac Straits Area is proud to be the home of three National Historic sites, unique shopping village with free nightly laser light shows at dusk and a live evening lumberjack show.

The average vacation stay in Mackinaw City has extended in recent years due to the fact that the city is so convenient to major area attractions. Why relocate when you can use Mackinaw City as a home base.

Save the hassle of packing your belongings time after time and let us be your home away from home. Rich in history and beauty, the Mackinaw area offers many ideal destinations just a short drive away.

Mackinaw Area Historical Society

    An Education Destination Experience the years of great change from candles to electricity all the way to trains quieted by… Read More

    Mackinaw Crossings

      A Victorian inspired center where unique shopping, dining & entertainment come together. Over 50 specialty shops, attractions and dining. Exciting… Read More

      Famous Soo Locks Boat Tours

        Experience one of Michigan's top attractions. Plan a day trip to Sault Ste. Marie and enjoy a 90-minute Classic Lock… Read More

        Colonial Michilimackinac

          This is Mackinac. Treasures from the past come to life at this 18th-century fort and fur trading village. As you… Read More

          Fort Mackinac

            This is Mackinac. The cannon blasts, the rifles fire, the soldiers march and history comes alive. The oldest building in… Read More

            Icebreaker Mackinaw Maritime Museum

              USCG ICEBREAKER MACKINAW WAGB-83 "An American Hero Story". "The Queen of the Great Lakes" was built as part of the… Read More

              The Mackinaw Club

                If you are looking for a Mackinaw area golf course, The Mackinaw Club's professionally designed 18-hole golf course is located… Read More

                Le Sault de Ste. Marie Historical Sites, Inc.

                  MUSEUM SHIP VALLEY CAMP The historic 1917 Museum Ship VALLEY CAMP offers more than just a tour of the upper… Read More

                  Animal Tracks Adventure Golf

                    Challenges you to learn about our northern wildlife while playing miniature golf & having great family fun! Match up any… Read More

                    Mackinac Island Butterfly House

                      Located behind Ste. Anne's Church on Mackinac Island. We fly 800+ live butterflies in a tropical garden. Photography encouraged. Wheelchair… Read More

                      Jack Pine Lumberjack Shows

                        Jack Pine Lumberjack Show is a journey back into the last 1800's when logging was king in the Northwood Michigan.… Read More

                        Blue World Marine Adventures

                          We specialize in underwater Shipwreck Viewing Tours. From day & night tours on The Great Lakes first semi-submersible tour vessel… Read More

                          MysteryTown USA

                            Mystery Town, USA is a world-class family walk-through adventure for all ages that brings you on an immersive experience to… Read More

                            Shepler’s Lighthouse Cruises

                              For close to three centuries, the Straits of Mackinac has been a vital nautical thoroughfare, providing passage between Lakes Huron… Read More

                              Adrenaline Falls Zip Line

                                Mackinaw's Longest Zip Line - 4 stories Above Starbucks. Soar over Two Waterfalls and Animal River.  3 Harness options: Sitting,… Read More

                                Trappers Creek Adventure Golf

                                  Learn about the Northern Michigan fur trade heritage while playing adventure golf in a scenic environment! Great fun for all… Read More

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