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Houghton

The city of Houghton is known as the “Gateway to the Keweenaw” and is one of the 100 best places to live, according to “The 100 Best Small Towns in America” by Norman Crampton. Situated on the hills bordering the beautiful Portage Waterway, Houghton offers a bounty of recreational opportunities all year long.

24 Hours in Houghton

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Local Winter Guide to Visiting Houghton

Top Summer Activities to Explore in Houghton

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A Taste of Houghton

Insider's Guide to Michigan Tech Carnival

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For more information:

Keweenaw Convention & Visitors Bureau

Upper Peninsula Travel & Recreation Association-UPTRA

Keweenaw Chamber of Commerce

Discover Houghton

Houghton is located within the Keweenaw Peninsula, in Michigan's Upper Peninsula, a four season scenic wonderland and surrounded by water with numerous inland lakes and streams. An annual average of 180 inches of snowfall, this area is a focal point for winter sport enthusiasts. The Keweenaw's 233 miles of snowmobile trails offer a variety of scenery and terrain.

Houghton has received designation and is identified as a Pure Michigan TrailTown.