Houghton County Michigan is where past and present merge in the heart of the Keweenaw Peninsula. It's a land shaped by copper, carved by Lake Superior’s waves, and infused with the resilient spirit of the north.

At its center, Houghton hums with energy. Home to Michigan Technological University, this town blends innovation with deep mining history, where old ore docks and winding streets tell the story of a boomtown built on copper. Across the water, Hancock rises along the hillside, its Finnish heritage woven into every corner—from the sauna culture to the warmth of the people.

But beyond the towns, Houghton County stretches into rugged wilderness. The Portage Canal, a lifeline of commerce and travel, cuts through the land, while winding trails lead to breathtaking views at Quincy Mine, where remnants of the copper empire still stand tall. And just a short drive away, the Keweenaw Waterway opens into Lake Superior’s vast expanse, inviting adventurers to explore its wild shores.

In winter, this county transforms into something magical—deep snow blankets the forests, turning every road into a pathway for snowmobiles, every hill into a skier’s playground. The annual snowfall is legendary, a true hallmark of the Upper Peninsula’s embrace of winter.