Travel & Lodging

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Clearwater Lakeshore Motel

The property is 1.5 miles from downtown Mackinaw City and ferry docks, offering easy access to Mackinac Island and northern Michigan. It features a 300-foot sand beach with grills, picnic tables, lounge chairs, and fire pits. Guests can use kayaks and paddle boards, and enjoy an indoor heated pool and hot tub. Rooms include a mini-fridge, microwave, coffee-maker, and lakefront rooms offer balconies with Mackinaw Bridge views. A complimentary breakfast is available with options like eggs, waffles, oatmeal, and gluten-free choices.

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Holiday Inn Express Mackinaw City by IHG

Tucked away on the northern edge of Michigan's Lower Peninsula, the Holiday Inn Express® Mackinaw City hotel is your home away from home while visiting Mackinac Island and the attractions that northern Michigan has to offer the hotel's guests. The Holiday Inn Express® Mackinaw City hotel provides you with great amenities. A relaxing indoor pool and whirlpool help you unwind during your stay. An on-site Business Center and Fitness Center are provided for your convenience.

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Comfort Inn Lakeside

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Mackinaw Mill Creek Camping

Mackinaw Mill Creek Camping, near Mackinaw City, offers a variety of campsites, including cabins, lakefront RV sites, and tent sites. With a mile of Lake Huron shoreline and views of Mackinac Bridge, the campground features hiking, biking, a heated pool, mini-golf, and a free shuttle to Mackinac Island ferries. Family-friendly and open from May to October, it’s a perfect blend of nature and convenience.

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Wilderness State Park

Wilderness State Park, located near Mackinaw City, Michigan, provides a peaceful camping experience with lakeside campsites, rustic sites, and cozy cabins. The park features 26 miles of Lake Michigan shoreline, over 30 miles of hiking and biking trails, and opportunities for swimming, fishing, and boating. It’s also a designated dark sky preserve, perfect for stargazing. With electrical and full hookups available, it’s an ideal camping alternative to hotels for those seeking a serene, outdoor getaway.

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Pellston Regional Airport

​Pellston Regional Airport (PLN) is approximately 18 miles south of Mackinaw City— a 20- to 30-minute drive.

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Cherry Capital Airport (TVC) - Traverse City

​Cherry Capital Airport (TVC) in Traverse City is approximately 100.8 miles south of Mackinaw City— a 2-hour and 10-minute drive.