In 1715 the European fur traders and settlers established a stockade village on the Straits of Mackinac, a key strategic point at the crossroads of the upper Great Lakes . They called it Michilimackinac – today it is called Mackinaw City . This quaint village offers visitors attractions and activities found nowhere else as well as shopping and entertainment.

Mackinaw City offers many things to do from exploring the history of reenactments of Colonial Michilimackinac, Old Mackinac Point Lighthouse and The Icebreaker Mackinaw, to flying high above the trees on the zip line at Historic Mill Creek Discovery Park.

Mackinaw City, set like a gem on the Straits of Mackinac at the "Tip of the Mitt", is more than a Great Getaway. Mackinaw City offers an abundance of family friendly activities amid an area where nature can be seen at its most magnificent.

The Mackinac Bridge is more than just a breathtaking sight. You can actively experience it. In May and October, runners race the bridge while bicyclists get their chance in June. And everyone is invited to participate in the annual Labor Day Bridge Walk.

Did you know Mackinaw City is host to Michigan’s newest and most energy-efficient harbor? The new Straits State Harbor has 130 slips and a 3 lane boating access site. Straits State Harbor also features eight on-site wind turbines that generate 60 percent of the harbor's energy resources. Bring the boat up next summer and enjoy the beautiful Straits!

Also at the harbor are Mackinaw City ’s three ferry boat lines. Hop on one for transportation to world famous Mackinac Island . There you can travel back in time to a place where horsepower means horses, and automobiles are banned.

More than ever the Mackinaw Area Visitors Bureau is dedicated to creating the perfect Mackinaw City Adventure that matches your interests, schedule and budget. Visit our website at www.mackinawcity.com or call 1-800-666-0160 and request our Free 2010 Vacation Guide to start planning your Mackinaw City experience.