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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.

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

    Mackinaw Manor

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

        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

          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

            Mackinaw Parasailing

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

              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

                Straits Area Step-On Guide Service

                  Northern Michigan's Original Authentic Step-On Guide. Serving the group tour motorcoach industry since 1992. Let us show you the Straits… 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

                    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

                      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

                        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

                          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

                            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

                              Fort Mackinac

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

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