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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.

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 Crossings

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

          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

            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

              Animal Tracks Adventure Golf

                Challenges you to learn about our northern wildlife while playing miniature golf & having great family fun! Match up any… 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

                  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

                      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

                        Fort Mackinac

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

                          Famous Soo Locks Boat Tours

                            Experience one of Michigan's top attractions. Plan a day trip to Sault Ste. Marie and enjoy a 90-minute Classic Lock… 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 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

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