The historic city of Jackson awaits you
Enjoy the area's history, festivals and art galleries and make a vacation rental your home during your stay in Jackson. Well known for its university setting, coffeehouses and waterfalls, this cosmopolitan city won't disappoint. If you need more space to accommodate a family vacation or friends trip, rental homes often come with separate dining areas and spacious living rooms.
Activities and attractions in and around Jackson
Do you want to discover attractions to see while you're in the area? Venture out of your vacation home and experience everything that Jackson has to offer. These are some of the major attractions to explore, all within 30 miles (48.2 km) of the city center:
- Keeley Park (0.9 mi / 1.4 km)
- JAX 60 (2.9 mi / 4.7 km)
- Sandhill Crane Vineyards (6.7 mi / 10.7 km)
- Lone Oak Vineyard Estate (7.6 mi / 12.3 km)
- Lake Leann Golf Course (13.7 mi / 22.1 km)
- Irish Hills Shore Golf Course (14.6 mi / 23.5 km)
Exploring the natural features in Jackson
Whether you're looking for fun outdoor activities or just want to take in the scenery, Jackson is a great spot to appreciate mother nature. Here are some of the area’s noteworthy sights, all within 30 miles (48.2 km) of the city center:
- Cascade Falls (2 mi / 3.2 km)
- Falling Waters Trail (3.3 mi / 5.3 km)
- Gilletts Lake (4.7 mi / 7.6 km)
- Ackerson Lake (4.8 mi / 7.8 km)
- Green Lake (5.5 mi / 8.8 km)
- Cranberry Lake (5.7 mi / 9.2 km)
How to get to and around Jackson
Fly into Ann Arbor, MI (ARB-Ann Arbor Municipal), the closest airport, located 33.6 mi (54 km) from the city center. If you're unable to find a flight that fits your schedule, you might consider flying into Lansing, MI (LAN-Capital Region Intl.), which is 37.8 mi (60.8 km) away.
If you'd rather travel by train, the main station serving the city is Jackson Station.