Things To Do

Mackinac Island

One of our favorite travel destinations. Lots of opportunities for outdoor fun - ferry rides, shops, tandem biking, hiking, landmarks, beaches, kayaking, museums, tours, parasailing, and horses. NO cars on the island at all! Mackinac Island is just a quick ferry ride away from our venue, and it's a must-visit if you're new to Michigan! Don't leave without trying their world famous Mackinac Island fudge! Check out the ferry ticket prices online before you go - you can sail out of St. Ignace or cross the bridge and sail out of Mackinaw City (there is a $4 bridge toll each way). Star Line Ferry has a port right next door to our wedding venue (click "view" to be directed to their website), but check out Shepler's ferry as well (linked to the right) to compare prices/availability.

Shepler's Mackinac Island Ferry

St. Ignace

Things to do, places to stay, and current events in the waterfront city of St. Ignace! This is the city where our wedding and reception will be held.

Upper Peninsula Tourist Info

Once you've crossed the Mighty Mac bridge from Mackinaw City into St. Ignace, you're in Michigan's Upper Peninsula. Check out this website for travel resources and destinations in the UP.

Bridge View Park

Scenic view of Lake Huron and the Mackinac Bridge.

Mystery Spot

Zip Line tours and other adventures in St. Ignace.

Kewadin Casinos – St. Ignace

Spend some to win some $$$ in St. Ignace! Good luck!

BC Pizza

Great pizza & has gluten-free options.

Zak's Kandy Haus- St Ignace

Best ice cream in the area & great fudge too! There's one in St. Ignace and one in Sault Ste. Marie - check the website for location details.

Mackinaw City

Things to do, places to stay, and sights to see in Mackinaw City - just across the bridge from St. Ignace.

Mackinaw Parasailing Inc

Liz isn't brave enough to try it, but maybe you are!

Mackinac State Historic Parks

Museums, lighthouses, ziplines, and discovery parks in Mackinaw City and on Mackinac Island - see website for tickets and info!

Sault Ste. Marie (Michigan)

If you’re up for a quick 45-minute road trip straight up I-75, this is where we met and went to college. “The Soo” is a 5-minute drive (depending on bridge traffic) from its sister city in Canada, if you have your passport! Sault Ste. Marie is the oldest city in Michigan, so there’s a lot of history here. If you do decide to explore the Soo, check out some of our favorite places/attractions linked below!

Sault Ste. Marie (Canada)

If you have your passport and want to take your trip international, check out Sault Ste. Marie, Ontario! Just keep straight on I-75 until you run into the international bridge. There are lots of good places to shop, eat, and sightsee. Soo, Canada is about 50 minutes from St. Ignace, depending on traffic at customs. There is a $4 bridge toll each way.

Soo Locks Boat Tours

Take a 2-hour cruise alongside giant freighters. You'll get to experience the rising and lowering of the locks and sail underneath the international bridge, all while learning the history of both Sault Ste. Marie cities and their landmarks.

Kewadin Casinos – Sault Ste. Marie

Spend some to win some $$$ in the Soo! Good luck!

Lockside Mini-Golf

Sherman Park

Big Bear Arena

Ice skating in Sault Ste. Marie.

Lake Superior State University

Not much to do here in the summer, but if you're in the Soo and want to take a drive through the small but beautiful campus, this is where Logan and I first met and went to college together.

West Pier Drive-In Diner

Clyde's Drive-In Diner

The Wicked Sister (bar)

Antlers Restaurant

China Cate

Our all-time favorite Chinese food.

The Palace Mexican Restaurant and Saloon

Oh Crêpe!

Breakfast, lunch, and dessert crepes! Offers vegetarian options.

Lockview Restaurant

Karl's Cuisine, Winery and Brewery

Wildwood Rush Zipline Canopy Tour

Zipline tours just 90 minutes from St. Ignace!

Tahquamenon Falls State Park

90 minutes from St. Ignace, Tahquamenon Falls is another one of our favorite destinations. Visit the Upper and Lower Falls, or choose one. The park includes trails, scenic views, kayak rentals, museums, shops, a brewery, and food. If you don't mind a road trip through Michigan's beautiful Upper Peninsula, check it out!

Whitefish Point

Another 90-minute road trip from St. Ignace! If you're going to Tahquamenon Falls, you might as well stop here too! Whitefish Point has a beautiful beach, a shipwreck museum, and a walk-in lighthouse with a view of Canada across Lake Superior.

Traverse City

About a 2-hour drive from St. Ignace, Traverse City is a beautiful city for shopping, eating, or relaxing by the beach. Best known for their world famous cherry pie (see Grand Traverse Pie Company).

Grand Traverse Pie Company

Houghton Lake, MI

90 minutes south of St. Ignace is the place we call home. Houghton Lake is a beautiful town for fun or relaxation on the water, and it's where Logan proposed. The website is up-to-date on festivals, events, contests, attractions, things to do, and places to stay in Houghton Lake. If you do decide to visit, check out the beaches, boat rentals, and parks for things to do!

Lyman's On the Lake

All you'll need for fishing or a day on Houghton Lake. **Don't forget, if you plan to fish you'll need a license - you can get a temporary license from Lyman's, WalMart, or Dunham's in Houghton Lake.

Brian's Lakeside Marina

Group pontoon boat rentals in Houghton Lake.

Arnie's Arts & Crafts

Whether you're a teacher or a crafter, if you're in Houghton Lake, you have to check out this awesome craft store. If you catch them at the right time, they have great sales, too!

Fred's of Roscommon

Great place to eat in the Houghton Lake area, and bowling for extra entertainment!

The Custard Cup

Best frozen custard in town!