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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.

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

    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

      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

          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

            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

              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

                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

                  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

                    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

                      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

                        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

                          Riptide Ride

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

                              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

                                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

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