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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.

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

    Mackinaw Manor

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

        Riptide Ride

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

            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

              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

                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 Parasailing

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

                        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

                          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

                            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

                              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

                                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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