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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.

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

    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 Crossings

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

          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

            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

              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

                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

                  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

                    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

                      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

                        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

                          Fort Mackinac

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

                              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

                                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

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