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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.

Old Mackinac Point Lighthouse

    This is Mackinac. A point in the storm and a guiding beacon since 1889, Old Mackinac Point Lighthouse helped passing… 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

      Historic Mill Creek

        This is Mackinac. Visitors can witness the power of the creek harnessed to cut timber into lumber at one of… 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

            Mystery Spot

              Voted Michigan's #1 unusual attraction by the readers of Michigan Living Magazine (AAA). Enjoy guided tours through an area where… Read More

              Mackinaw City Municipal Marina

                In the heart of downtown. Transient & seasonal dockage, gas, oil, diesel, pump-out, water, 30 & 50 amp power, cable… 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

                  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

                    Big Bear Adventures

                      For more than 30 years, we have been providing memorable outdoor experiences for guests of all ages and skill levels.… Read More

                      Soo Locks Upper St. Mary’s River Lighthouse Cruise

                        Enjoy a continental breakfast while riding through the Soo Locks and navigating in the St.Mary's River. Explore this important waterway… Read More

                        Great Lakes Shipwreck Museum

                          Exhibits tell the stories of wrecked ships & lives lost on the Great Lakes. Highlights include Edmund Fitzgerald Memorial featuring… Read More

                          Garlyn Zoological Park

                            Fun for the Whole Family! In Michigan's beautiful Upper Peninsula. Only 40 minutes west of the Mackinac Bridge on US-2.… 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

                              Riptide Ride

                                25 miles of Pictured Rocks Cliffs, 360º spins and countless smiles! Bring your camera on board as we stop to… Read More

                                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

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