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Discover the Charm
Of Mackinaw City
Embark on an unforgettable journey from Mackinaw City, your launchpad to the diverse wonders of our region. Our surrounding areas brim with unique attractions and captivating natural beauty—all waiting to be discovered.
Dive into History
Experience living history in Mackinaw City, where the past comes alive at landmarks like the Colonial Michilimackinac, Old Mackinac Point Lighthouse, and beyond.
Embrace the Action
Unleash your spirit of exploration with diverse activities ranging from tranquil bike rides to exhilarating zip-line adventures over some of the most scenic landscapes around.
Retail Therapy
Delve into the distinct shopping scene of Mackinaw City, offering a delightful array of local boutiques, artisanal crafts, and stores that promise a treasure trove of unique finds.
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Day Trips
Celebrate National Picnic Month at these Mackinaw City Parks!
Have you heard? July is National Picnic Month…and Mackinaw City is the perfect place to celebrate along the shores of the Straits of Mackinac!...
Read MoreSetting Sail for the Straits of Mackinac
Each summer, hundreds of magnificent sailboats (aka yachts) race their way north through the Great Lakes to the Straits of Mackinac, converging on Mackinac...
Read MoreDiscovering Michigan’s Majestic Waterfalls
By definition, a waterfall is “a perpendicular or very steep descent of the water of a stream” or “a place where water flows over...
Read MoreMackinac State Historic Parks Celebrates 60 Years as America’s Longest-Running Archaeological Dig
Mackinac State Historic Parks archaeological program began its 60th consecutive season of work at Colonial Michilimackinac in Mackinaw City earlier this summer. In 1959, the Mackinac Island...
Read MoreDive In…To the Straits of Mackinac
By Dan Friedhoff, Secretary – Straits of Mackinac Shipwreck Preserve Association Just off the shores of Mackinaw City lie a multitude of shipwrecks that...
Read More5th Annual Mackinaw City Mustang Stampede Rolls into Straits of Mackinac July 20-21, 2018
More than 100 cars are expected to gather on Saturday, July 21 for the 5th Annual Mackinaw City Mustang Stampede to be held at Conkling Heritage Park,...
Read More18 Things to do with Dad in Mackinaw City on Father’s Day 2018
Father’s Day is a celebration honoring fathers and celebrating fatherhood, paternal bonds, and the influence of fathers in society. The Americas have adopted the...
Read MoreFocusing on Mackinaw’s Northern Lights
By Rachel Rolland, Great Lakes Aurora Hunters™ Did you know that the Straits of Mackinac has the same geomagnetic latitude as southern portion of...
Read MoreBirding Soars in the Straits of Mackinac Area
Birding is currently the second fastest growing hobby in the United States after gardening, according to the U.S. Fish & Wildlife Service who also reports that...
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