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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.

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

    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

      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

        Ugly Anne

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

            Mackinaw Manor

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

                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

                  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

                    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

                        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

                            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 Crossings

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

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