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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.

Blue World Marine Adventures

    We specialize in underwater Shipwreck Viewing Tours. From day & night tours on The Great Lakes first semi-submersible tour vessel… 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

      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 Manor

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

            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

              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

                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

                  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

                    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

                      Ugly Anne

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

                          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

                            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

                              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

                                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

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