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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.

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

    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

        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 Crossings

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

            Riptide Ride

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

                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

                  Mackinaw Manor

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

                    Garlyn Zoological Park

                      Fun for the Whole Family! In Michigan's beautiful Upper Peninsula. Only 40 minutes west of the Mackinac Bridge on US-2.… 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

                        Mackinaw Parasailing

                          Parasailing is exciting for everyone, come view the straits of Mackinac from a new perspective. Our custom boat enables the… Read More

                          Fort Mackinac

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

                            Shepler’s Lighthouse Cruises

                              For close to three centuries, the Straits of Mackinac has been a vital nautical thoroughfare, providing passage between Lakes Huron… Read More

                              SOO LOCKS BOAT TOURS

                                Experience the Soo Locks Since 1934 the Original Soo Locks Boat Tours has taken passengers through the engineering marvel 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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