aerial of towers in houghton on a winter day

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.

Visiting Houghton in the Winter

families playing on the snow in houghton with the bridge towers in the background

Tips for a Fun Family Winter Adventure

two people on fat tire bikes on the snowy trails, dog is running ahead of them

A Taste of Houghton

rows of pasties in the oven being baked

Cozy Winter Lodging

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For more information:
Keweenaw Convention & Visitors Bureau
City of Houghton
Upper Peninsula Travel & Recreation Association-UPTRA

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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.

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