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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.

Fort Mackinac

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

      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

        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

          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 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

                  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

                    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

                      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

                        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

                          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

                            Ugly Anne

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

                                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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