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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

    Mackinaw Parasailing

      Parasailing is exciting for everyone, come view the straits of Mackinac from a new perspective. Our custom boat enables the… 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

        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

          Ugly Anne

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

              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

                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

                  Fort Mackinac

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

                      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

                        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

                          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

                            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

                              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

                                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

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