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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.

Fort Mackinac

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

        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

          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

            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

              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

                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

                  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

                    Mackinaw Crossings

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

                        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

                          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

                            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

                              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

                                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

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