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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 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

    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

      Riptide Ride

        25 miles of Pictured Rocks Cliffs, 360º spins and countless smiles! Bring your camera on board as we stop to… 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

          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

            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

                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

                  Ugly Anne

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

                      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

                        Adrenaline Falls Zip Line

                          Mackinaw's Longest Zip Line - 4 stories Above Starbucks. Soar over Two Waterfalls and Animal River.  3 Harness options: Sitting,… 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

                              Mackinaw Parasailing

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

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