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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.

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

    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

      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

        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

          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

            Mackinaw Manor

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

              Mackinaw Parasailing

                Parasailing is exciting for everyone, come view the straits of Mackinac from a new perspective. Our custom boat enables the… 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

                  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

                      Mackinaw Crossings

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

                          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 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

                              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

                                Ugly Anne

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

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