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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.

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

        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

          Ugly Anne

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

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

                Adrenaline Falls Zip Line

                  Mackinaw's Longest Zip Line - 4 stories Above Starbucks. Soar over Two Waterfalls and Animal River.  3 Harness options: Sitting,… 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

                    Fort Mackinac

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

                          In the heart of downtown. Transient & seasonal dockage, gas, oil, diesel, pump-out, water, 30 & 50 amp power, cable… Read More

                          Mackinaw Area Historical Society

                            An Education Destination Experience the years of great change from candles to electricity all the way to trains quieted by… 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

                              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

                                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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