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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.

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

    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

      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

        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

          Riptide Ride

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

              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

                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

                  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

                    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

                      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

                          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

                            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

                              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

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