Nestled in a majestic, rustling stand of old Maple trees overlooking beautiful Carp Lake (Paradise Lake), The Wayside Inn offers comfortable and reasonably priced family resort lodging just 6 minutes south of Mackinaw City on U.S. 31. Whether you are staying for a weekend or a week, our large smoke-free rooms offer a chance to relax away from the bustle of Mackinaw City, yet you're still close enough to easily enjoy all Mackinaw has to offer.

Each of our large rooms has been recently upgraded with air conditioning, new bathrooms, telephones with Internet ports, cable TV, insulation for comfort and noise elimination, and many other features for your comfort.

We are also located close to the Paradise Lake Marina for all of your boating and fishing needs. The lake is excellent for water skiing if you bring your boat with you.

Don't forget also, that the Maple and White Birch trees around The Wayside Inn are as beautiful in the fall as the foliage anywhere in the world!