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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.

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 Crossings

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

        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

          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

            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

              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

                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

                  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

                    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

                        Fort Mackinac

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

                            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

                              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

                                Mackinaw Manor

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

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