Paradise Lake is all about LOCATION!

Discover endless adventures and breathtaking beauty while staying at Pure Paradise Resort!

Resort amenities include water access to Carp Lake, a boat dock for avid lake explorers, fire pits perfect for cozy evenings under the stars, and complimentary kayaks and canoes for guests to paddle through serene waters at their leisure.

Conveniently located just a 15-minute drive from Pelston Airport and less than a 10-minute drive to Mackinaw City, the resort offers easy access to unforgettable experiences. From exploring historic Mackinaw City and its iconic lighthouses to taking a ferry ride to charming Mackinaw Island, there’s something for everyone. Enjoy scenic bike trails, indulge in world-famous fudge, visit Fort Mackinac, and relax on pristine beaches—all within easy reach of your luxurious accommodations. Plan your perfect getaway today!

PARADISE LAKE AND MACKINAW CITY AREAS

Lake Michigan, Lake Huron, Fort Michilimackinac, Mill Creek, Mackinac Bridge, Wilderness Park

MACKINAC ISLAND

Biking (Rentals Available), Horse Drawn Carriage Rides, Fort Mackinac, Walking Historical Tours, Outdoor Dining, Live Entertainment

Local Dining

• Darrow's Family Restaurant - Mackinaw City

• Audies Restaurant - Mackinaw City

• Key Hole Bar & Grill - Mackinaw City

• The Rusted Spoke Brewing - Mackinaw City

• Pancake Chef - Mackinaw City

• Biere de Mac Brew Works - Mackinaw City

• Dixie Saloon/O'Reilly's Irish Pub - Mackinaw City

• Harbor Lights Grille - Carp Lake

• Douglas Lake Bar & Steakhouse - Pellston

• Moose Jaw Junction

• Legs Inn

WATER ACTIVITIES

• Lake Michigan beaches and dunes

• Indian River: tubing, canoeing, kayaking

• Inland Waterway (from Alanson, Cheboygan, Conway, or Indian River)

• Chubb’s Marina and boat rental (Paradise Lake)

GOLF

• The Mackinaw Club Golf Course- Carp Lake, MI

• Animal Tracks Adventure Golf - Mackinaw City, MI

HIKING

Wilderness State Park, Mackinac Island, Upper Peninsula, and tons more

BIKING

Rail Trails: Petoskey to Charlevoix, Petoskey to Harbor Springs

INDOOR ACTIVITIES

• Pharaohs Family Fun Center - Mackinaw City

• Odawa Casino - Mackinaw City

• Courtyard Cinema - Mackinaw City

HISTORIC SITES LINK

• Fort Michilimackinac - Mackinaw City

• The Lighthouse - Mackinaw

• The Fort and historic homes - Mackinac Island

• Little Traverse Bay Museum - Petoskey

SHOPPING

• Mackinaw City Crossings

• Petoskey

• Harbor Springs

SCENIC 

Michigan’s iconic TUNNEL OF TREES on M-119.

Not to be overlooked are the numerous food festivals, music festivals, art festivals, car shows, and sidewalk sale days in Mackinaw City, Petoskey, Charlevoix, Boyne City, Harbor Springs and Traverse City. See the local websites for details of when and where, or check the local brochures and papers upon arrival.