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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

      The Mackinaw Club

        If you are looking for a Mackinaw area golf course, The Mackinaw Club's professionally designed 18-hole golf course is located… 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

          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

              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

                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

                  Mackinaw City Municipal Marina

                    In the heart of downtown. Transient & seasonal dockage, gas, oil, diesel, pump-out, water, 30 & 50 amp power, cable… Read More

                    Mackinac Old Time Trolley Company

                      Mackinaw's Newest and Largest Trolley with $3 historical tour! Enjoy the sights and sounds of historic Mackinaw City on the… Read More

                      Ugly Anne

                        Open May ~ October Departs daily 45 minutes before sunset. Each evening Ugly Anne will set sail, giving you 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

                            Mackinaw Parasailing

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

                                Soo Locks Upper St. Mary’s River Lighthouse Cruise

                                  Enjoy a continental breakfast while riding through the Soo Locks and navigating in the St.Mary's River. Explore this important waterway… Read More

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