TODAY’S HOURS:
Closed for the 2026 season. Open for the 2027 season May 6!
TODAY’S EVENTS:
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Experience the power of nature as trees are turned to timber at one of the oldest industrial sites on the Upper Great Lakes. See sawdust fly as sawyers use axes and a massive pit saw to cut lumber by hand. Then, witness the awesome power of the water as Mill Creek is harnessed to run Michael Dousman’s reconstructed sawmill.
Interpreters lead engaging programs which showcase natural resources harvested at Dousman’s Mill nearly two centuries ago. Finally, take time to explore 3.5 miles of groomed hiking trails as you enjoy the stunning natural beauty of Michigan’s North Woods.
This is Mackinac.
May 6 – September 5, 2027
9:00 a.m. – 5:30 p.m.
Last Admission 4:30 p.m.
Adult $11.50
Child (Age 5-12) $9.00
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Group rates available! If you have 12 or more people visiting with you, please contact our Marketing and Group Travel and Coordinator.
Parking at Dousman’s Mill is free. A large parking lot is available at the David A. Armour Visitor’s Center.
Dousman’s Mill Historic Site is located within the boundaries of Mill Creek State Park on US-23, three miles east of downtown Mackinaw City.
9001 W. US-23
Mackinaw City, MI 49701
Demonstrations and tours by historic interpreters are scheduled throughout the day. Experience the power of water at the reconstructed water-powered sawmill; smell the fresh sawdust as sawyers demonstrate the pitsaw method of cutting lumber; explore which trees were used by employees of Dousman’s Mill; hear tales of fish and wild game; try your hand at raking hay or grinding corn; and see what’s growing in the kitchen garden!
A fifteen-minute program, The Power of the Water: The Dousman’s Mill Story, is presented in the theater in the Visitor’s Center. It repeats every 15 minutes.
Create your own Maker’s Mark in the Mill Operator’s House, or head up to the Evergreen Trail and make birds sing at the Sounds of the Forest station. Live programs offer fun for all ages and the view from the top of the Treetop Discovery Tower is not to be missed!
All buildings on the grounds are open and available to explore during operating hours. Buildings and exhibits include:
Dousman’s Mill features three miles of trails on 625 acres. Abundant wildflowers, amazing fungi, and scenic views change with every season. North Woods wildlife, including 130 bird species, a beaver colony, black bear, and bobcat have been seen here. Learn more from a naturalist during one of our North Woods Nature programs!
Feel the power of the water as the reconstructed sawmill springs to life. Discover the natural resources the historic residents of Dousman’s Mill used. Be fascinated by …a potato?
All buildings on the grounds are open and available to explore during operating hours. Be sure to check out:
