Top Things to do in Mackinac County
Top Hotels in Mackinac County
- 1. Island House Hotel
- 2. Best Western Harbour Pointe Lakefront
- 3. Mission Point Resort
- 4. Grand Hotel
- 5. Bicycle Street Inn & Suites and Waterfront Collection
- 6. Holiday Inn Express St. Ignace-Lake Front, an IHG Hotel
- 7. Inn on Mackinac
- 8. Super 8 by Wyndham St. Ignace
- 9. Breakers Resort and Beach Bar
- 10. Bear Cove Inn
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Things to do in Mackinac County, Upper Peninsula: The Best Outdoor Activities
Discover the best top things to do in Mackinac County, United States including North Shore Sport Fishing Charters, Great Turtle Kayak Tours, Woods & Waters, Mackinac Revealed, Sip n' Sail Cruises, Mackinac Wheels, Northernmost Point of Lake Michigan, GarLyn Zoological Park, Cindy's Riding Stable Market Street, Jack's Livery Stable.
Restaurants in Mackinac County
1. North Shore Sport Fishing Charters
Overall Ratings
5.0 based on 7 reviews
Fishing Charter
2. Great Turtle Kayak Tours
Overall Ratings
5.0 based on 462 reviews
Kayak and stand up paddle board rentals with 2 locations: one on Mackinac Island, MI and one in Mackinaw City, MI. For beginners we offer basic instruction and guided tours in the calm waters of the marina, and for our more experienced paddlers, we lead tours to Arch Rock, Devil's Kitchen, the Mackinac Bridge, Round Island, and Bois Blanc Island, on the Straits of Mackinac in Lake Huron. Our summer tours are popular, and they book up fast, so reserve on our website now to secure your time!
3. Woods & Waters
Overall Ratings
5.0 based on 56 reviews
Woods & Waters has been taking people like you on nature-filled adventures since 2002. Our fun and informative guided tours in the Les Cheneaux Islands, the Eastern UP, and Isle Royale National Park will immerse your senses with the rustic and still wild northern Great Lakes. Whether you just want an easy paddle to explore our cedar shores and catch a sunset, or days of quality time off the grid, our team of trained guides will be with you for every dip of the paddle or step along the trail. Our outdoor activities include kayaking and hiking — something for everyone! We believe that everyone has the most fun when they’re in the middle of nature, so come have an adventure with us. We also rental Rocky Mountain fat tire, mountain, and gravel bikes, kayaks (sea and sit-on-top), and paddle boards (SUPs). And our quaint retail shop can either help outfit many adventures or find a unique gift.
4. Mackinac Revealed
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5.0 based on 56 reviews
Go beyond the beaten path with Mackinac Revealed. See what makes Mackinac so special, the Victorian cottages, neighborhoods, stables, trails, diverse community, local culture, summer & winter lifestyles. Hear about Island history, Great Lakes shipwrecks, Native People, and reliance on horses and carriages. Let us show you the "behind the scenes" excitement. Walking tours, seated presentations +/or bike excursions led by an authentic Islander. Experience Mackinac's fabulous, Victorian summer cottages & traditions, living without automobiles, the natural wonders- - geology, plants & animals. The only walking tour offered by genuine Islander who hails from original cottager family and reveals 6-generations of insights. Tour times show on webpage. Meet me at Mackinac!
5. Sip n' Sail Cruises
Overall Ratings
5.0 based on 392 reviews
Enjoy 90 minutes of panoramic views aboard the Isle Royale Queen III, an 81' well-appointed vessel with multiple viewing areas, heated cabins, restrooms and a full service cash bar. Enjoy a beautiful evening cruise and view the sunset under the Mighty Mackinac Bridge. Ply the pristine waters of both big lakes, Huron and Michigan on this spectacular cruise. Take advantage of amazing photo opportunities as you skirt the shoreline of Mackinac Island and view the elegant Victorian and turn of the century homes. Enjoy Live Entertainment by a line-up of talented musicians and singer/songwriters. The Porthole Bar is stocked with your beverage of choice along with a few specialty cocktails that will add to your fun! This cruise will leave you talking about your unique adventure on Mackinac Island and longing to return. Whether you are by yourself, on a date or in a group you will have a memorable experience on a Sip n' Sail cruise with our friendly crew!
6. Mackinac Wheels
Overall Ratings
5.0 based on 36 reviews
Reviewed By MackGirl148 - Fenton, United States
Greatest customer service on the island. Decided to get fenders installed on my bike. They had them in stock at a very reasonable price and were installed within about 30 minutes at a very low fee. I am very happy with them and will always choose Mackinac Wheels for my bike needs.
7. Northernmost Point of Lake Michigan
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5.0 based on 5 reviews
Reviewed By Alacrout - Los Angeles, United States
Let’s get one thing clear: This is just a pit stop. A rest area on US-2. So don’t expect there to be a whole lot to do here. That being said, it’s an awesome pit stop. There’s a beach with sand and tree-lined views up and down the coast. It’s much more scenic than almost any other pit stop, where your eyes get a treat while you stretch your legs. If you don’t want to (or can’t) get sandy, there are a couple wooden walkways that are also handicap accessible. This way you can enjoy the shoreline views without having to get in the sand. There’s also historical information posted around the area. Turns out this place was once the border of the United States! There are also restrooms here.
8. GarLyn Zoological Park
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4.5 based on 171 reviews
See native and exotic animals up close. Including tiger, cougar, bobcat, river otter, grizzly bear, camel, ring-tail lemurs, reindeer and much, much more.
Reviewed By Jeannie099 - Plymouth, United States
We loved the zoo! We were a little skeptical at first, but so glad we stopped. Free range birds are all around, makes you feel in the zoo. Loved the black swans and big cats. Great place to visit.
9. Cindy's Riding Stable Market Street
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4.5 based on 173 reviews
Reviewed By thosnjudy - Grand Rapids, United States
We went to Mackinac Island for our color tour weekend trip. I told my husband that I wanted to go horseback riding this time as it's a fun way to see the Island. Cindy's riding stable is the best. They match you perfectly with a horse depending on your riding experience. We used to own horses so we know how to ride and are not intimidated by horses. We were with friends who have little experience riding and Cindy's matched them perfectly with their mount. You can ride with or without a guide but we requested a guide because why not? Our group of 4 turned into a group of 8 or 9 as other riders were put in our group. I was given a horse who liked to lead and he ("Seven") was so good and did everything I asked of him. Our friendly guide Jackson checked in with us and we told him we were experienced riders so he was able to hang with the group in the back. It was just so much fun!! The horses know where to go as this is their job so getting lost is probably impossible lol. I called the stable when they opened at 9am to make a reservation but they take in-person reservations only. My husband quickly got in line and the earliest ride was for 4pm that day. Cindy's books up fast. Riding on Mackinac Island is definitely well worth the money. $50 per hour and $100 for two hour rides (per person). We will be doing this again when we return next year. Super fun and different than riding bikes (although we did that too!!).
10. Jack's Livery Stable
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4.5 based on 269 reviews
Reviewed By 63sting - Holland, United States
What a great place to rent a horse and buggy, staff is very knowledgeable, extremely friendly, and very very reasonably priced. They made sure we were able to get around the island, horse was great, his name was sky and very well mannered!!!! Many thanks to the entire staff !!!!!!!!!!!
