Explore Everything
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.
Explore the Area
Day Trips
Shedding Light on the Haunted Lighthouses Near Mackinaw City
Michigan is home to more than 120 lighthouses and the Straits of Mackinac boasts nearly two dozen of those lights—and a handful of THOSE...
Read MoreRock On…in the Straits of Mackinac!
Ben from Clio shows off his first painted rock find from Mackinaw City (August 2017). According to the Editors of Encyclopedia Britannica on Britannica.com,...
Read MoreThis Autumn, Explore These Mackinaw City Area Scenic Byways
Michigan is home to many Pure Michigan Byways which celebrate the state’s outstanding natural beauty and many sites of historical, scenic, recreational and cultural...
Read MoreCelebrate National Lumberjack Day in the Straits of Mackinac
Yes, there is a National Lumberjack Day—and it falls each year on September 26 (this year, a Wednesday). One of America’s most noted lumberjacks...
Read MoreExperience Michigan Trails Week in the Straits of Mackinac
A new season is upon us and throughout the Straits of Mackinac area, acres of woodlands surround scenic trails ideal for exploring during the fall color...
Read MoreMackinaw City at the Heart of Northern Michigan Rum Running
The 110-foot USRC Mackinac, later USCGC Mackinac, was built in Baltimore, MD in 1903. It was stationed in Sault Ste. Marie and served the...
Read MoreHistory Carved in Wood
Scattered around Mackinaw City are several wooden sculptures carved by local resident Jerry Prior, each depicting a person of historical importance in town. Prior...
Read MoreThe Everything You Need to Know About the 61st Annual Mackinac Bridge Walk
The Mackinaw City Chamber of Commerce has shared the following information about this year’s Labor Day Mackinac Bridge Walk…on Monday, September 3. It’s true,...
Read MoreCelebrate National Lighthouse Day in the Straits of Mackinac
By Dianna Stampfler Michigan has more lighthouse than any other state (at nearly 120) and the Straits area is home to more than a...
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