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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.

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

    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

      Ugly Anne

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

          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

            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 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

                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

                  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

                    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

                      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

                        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

                          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

                            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

                              Riptide Ride

                                25 miles of Pictured Rocks Cliffs, 360º spins and countless smiles! Bring your camera on board as we stop to… 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

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