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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.

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

    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

      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

        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

          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

            Mackinac Old Time Trolley Company

              Mackinaw's Newest and Largest Trolley with $3 historical tour! Enjoy the sights and sounds of historic Mackinaw City on the… Read More

              Ugly Anne

                Open May ~ October Departs daily 45 minutes before sunset. Each evening Ugly Anne will set sail, giving you the… 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

                  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

                    Mackinaw Manor

                      Mackinaw Manor Haunted Mansion is a fully automated haunted house, using the latest in animatronics, special effects and state of… 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

                        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

                          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

                            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 City Municipal Marina

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

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