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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

    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

      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

        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

          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

              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

                Famous Soo Locks Boat Tours

                  Experience one of Michigan's top attractions. Plan a day trip to Sault Ste. Marie and enjoy a 90-minute Classic Lock… 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

                    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

                      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

                        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

                          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

                            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

                              Fort Mackinac

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

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