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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.

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

    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

      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 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

          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

            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

              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

                  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

                      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

                        Ugly Anne

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

                            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 Manor

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

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