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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.

Mackinac Island Butterfly House

    Located behind Ste. Anne's Church on Mackinac Island. We fly 800+ live butterflies in a tropical garden. Photography encouraged. Wheelchair… 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

      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

        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

          Fort Mackinac

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

              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

                Mackinaw Parasailing

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

                    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

                      Historic Mill Creek

                        This is Mackinac. Visitors can witness the power of the creek harnessed to cut timber into lumber at one of… 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 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 Crossings

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

                              Le Sault de Ste. Marie Historical Sites, Inc.

                                MUSEUM SHIP VALLEY CAMP The historic 1917 Museum Ship VALLEY CAMP offers more than just a tour of the upper… 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

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