Big Bear Adventures
For more than 30 years, we have been providing memorable outdoor experiences for guests of all ages and skill levels.
For more than 30 years, we have been providing memorable outdoor experiences for guests of all ages and skill levels. Paddle the crystal-clear Sturgeon River (the fastest in Michigan's Lower Peninsula!) on our exciting Canoe, Kayak, Raft and Tube trips. Test your ability while having fun on our 18-Hole Adventure Golf Course, or our Ropes Challenge Course and Bumper Boats! Experience winter's splendor on our unique Guided Winter Raft trips, X-C Ski or Snowshoe rentals. We can accommodate groups of all sizes and Group Packages are available.
Located directly across from Burt Lake State Park, we have on-site a complete convenience store with beverages, snacks, ice cream, and candy, as well as a SUBWAY sandwich shop. Our log cabin general store also has river and beach necessities, picnic and camping supplies, T-shirts, jewelry, gifts and souvenirs. Enjoy our picnic area and don't miss our mounted, 8 foot tall World Record Alaskan Brown Bear! And don't forget- those who stay at the Northwoods Lodge receive 10% all River Trips & Subway!
Mackinaw's Longest Zip Line - 4 stories Above Starbucks. Soar over Two Waterfalls and Animal River. 3 Harness options: Sitting,… Read More
Challenges you to learn about our northern wildlife while playing miniature golf & having great family fun! Match up any… Read More
We specialize in underwater Shipwreck Viewing Tours. From day & night tours on The Great Lakes first semi-submersible tour vessel… Read More
This is Mackinac. Treasures from the past come to life at this 18th-century fort and fur trading village. As you… Read More
Experience one of Michigan's top attractions. Plan a day trip to Sault Ste. Marie and enjoy a 90-minute Classic Lock… Read More
This is Mackinac. The cannon blasts, the rifles fire, the soldiers march and history comes alive. The oldest building in… Read More
Fun for the Whole Family! In Michigan's beautiful Upper Peninsula. Only 40 minutes west of the Mackinac Bridge on US-2.… Read More
Exhibits tell the stories of wrecked ships & lives lost on the Great Lakes. Highlights include Edmund Fitzgerald Memorial featuring… Read More
This is Mackinac. Visitors can witness the power of the creek harnessed to cut timber into lumber at one of… Read More
USCG ICEBREAKER MACKINAW WAGB-83 "An American Hero Story". "The Queen of the Great Lakes" was built as part of the… Read More
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