Northeastern Michigan Travel Guide

Tourist Guide

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Where to stay in Northeastern Michigan

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Lake Manuka

Though Lake Manuka may not have many top sights, you can venture to the surrounding area to see attractions like Otsego Lake State Park and Otsego County Sportsplex.

Lake Manuka
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Michaywe

While visiting Michaywe, you might make a stop by sights like Michaywe Pines Golf Course and Lakes Golf Course.

Michaywe
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Parrott Point

When in Parrott Point, you can plan a visit to Silver Lake and Indian River Golf Club, some noteworthy sights in the nearby area.

Parrott Point
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Grand View Beach

While Grand View Beach may not have many sights to explore, venturing just a little farther will lead you to top things to see and do like Indian River Golf Club and Burt Lake.

Grand View Beach
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Downtown Gaylord

While Downtown Gaylord may not have many sights to explore, venturing just a little farther will lead you to top things to see and do like Bavarian Falls Park and Call of the Wild Museum.

Downtown Gaylord
Hamilton Inn Select Beachfront Mackinaw City

Hamilton Inn Select Beachfront Mackinaw City

3 out of 5
701 S Huron Avenue, Mackinaw City, MI
Stay at this 3-star beach hotel in Mackinaw City. Enjoy free breakfast, free Wi-Fi and free parking. Our guests praise the pool and the helpful staff in their ...
7.8/10 Good! (2,115 reviews)
"The beach right in front of room was great, fireworks show was right in front of us and amazing, property needed a few repairs."

Reviewed on 29 Jul 2025

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Hamilton Inn Select Beachfront Mackinaw City
Cabins of Mackinaw

Cabins of Mackinaw

2.5 out of 5
712 South Huron Ave, Mackinaw City, MI
Stay at this beach holiday park in Mackinaw City. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and an outdoor pool. Our guests praise the clean rooms in their reviews. Popular ...
6.4/10 (1,044 reviews)
"Shower had no shelf for soap, wash cloth, shampoo, etc."

Reviewed on 31 Jul 2025

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Cabins of Mackinaw
Mackinaw Beach & Bay Inn & Suites

Mackinaw Beach & Bay Inn & Suites

2.5 out of 5
929 S Huron Ave, Mackinaw City, MI
Stay at this beach hotel in Mackinaw City. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and a private beach. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms in their ...
8/10 Very Good! (1,010 reviews)
"Read lots of mixed reviews before booking. We stayed as a family of 5, for 4 nights. We had a great time. Pool was average, food nearby, lakeside, beach had sand but was rocky in the water - kids didn’t care. We had no issues w our stay."

Reviewed on 1 Aug 2025

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Mackinaw Beach & Bay Inn & Suites
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Lost Arrow Resort

Lost Arrow Resort

3 out of 5
1749 Bomanville Rd, Gladwin, MI
Stay at this 3-star family-friendly cabin in Gladwin. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and a 24-hour business centre. Popular attractions Clement Township Park ...
8/10 Very Good! (32 reviews)
Lost Arrow is a Hidden Gem
"We absolutely love this place. It is a hidden gem and we wish we had known about it decades earlier. We could not get over how beautiful this property is, how millions of stars light up the sky at night, how the Tittabawassee River looks like a mirror. The rooms are comfortable, beautifully Designed ..."

Reviewed on 31 Jul 2025

Lost Arrow Resort
Mighty Mac Bridgeview Cabin 1

Mighty Mac Bridgeview Cabin 1

Mackinaw City, MI
Stay at this cabin in Mackinaw City. Enjoy patios, cable/satellite TV service and an in-room coffee maker. Popular attractions Mackinaw City Ferry Terminal and ...
7.4/10 Good! (32 reviews)
Best Lodging by Far
"I booked this this cabin after reading one review that said "best surprise". And i have to agree! This cabin advertised as able to sleep 6 and it fit our family of four perfectly (Mom, dad, 13yo, 9yo). The cabin was just off the main strip, sat right on the beach, and was so clean! (Rose Marie, the ..."

Reviewed on 11 Jul 2025

Mighty Mac Bridgeview Cabin 1
Apple Blossom Boutique 3

Apple Blossom Boutique 3

Mackinaw City, MI
Stay at this holiday home in Mackinaw City. Enjoy air conditioning. Popular attractions Mackinaw City Ferry Terminal and Wawatam Park are located nearby.
6.2/10 (17 reviews)
Good for what we needed, lots of potential!
"We only needed a clean, comfortable place to rest while driving a long ways and this definitely fit the bill! There is a lot of potential and an outdoor light is needed for late arrivals but very easy and fit our purposes perfectly!"

Reviewed on 3 Oct 2024

Apple Blossom Boutique 3
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Popular places to visit

Hartwick Pines State Park

Hartwick Pines State Park

You can take time to visit Hartwick Pines State Park during your travels to Grayling. You can seek out the snowmobile riding and hiking trails in this relaxing area.

Hartwick Pines State Park
Old Mackinac Point Lighthouse

Old Mackinac Point Lighthouse

You can find out about the history of Mackinaw City with a stop at Old Mackinac Point Lighthouse. Wander the lakeside and beautiful beaches in the area.

Old Mackinac Point Lighthouse
Colonial Michilimackinac Park

Colonial Michilimackinac Park

You can spend time exploring the galleries in Colonial Michilimackinac Park during your trip to Mackinaw City. Stroll along the beautiful beaches or seek out the cycling trails.

Colonial Michilimackinac Park

Mackinaw City Ferry Terminal

Explore the waterfront in Mackinaw City with a trip to Mackinaw City Ferry Terminal. Stroll along the lakeside or visit the shops in the area.

Mackinaw City Ferry Terminal

Headlands International Dark Sky Park

Explore the great outdoors at Headlands International Dark Sky Park, a lovely green space in Mackinaw City. Wander through the lakeside and beautiful beaches in this family-friendly area.

Headlands International Dark Sky Park

Mackinaw City Dock

Explore the waterfront in Mackinaw City with a trip to Mackinaw City Dock. Amble around this family-friendly area's lakeside and enjoy its top-notch restaurants.

Mackinaw City Dock

Cities near Northeastern Michigan

Alpena

Alpena

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Gaylord

Houghton Lake

Houghton Lake

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Boyne Falls