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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.

Riptide Ride

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

      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

        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

            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

              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

                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

                  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

                    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

                      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

                        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

                          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 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

                              Mackinaw Manor

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

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