The gateway to the Keweenaw Peninsula, “the U.P. of the U.P. of Michigan,” Houghton, Michigan’s story is one of adaptability. The city originally rose and fell with the mining industry. With abundant copper deposits and a natural shipping port, it was a thriving business center by 1865. Yet by 1970 the town suffered from the decline of mining. Its population was less than half what it had been in 1920. Recognizing the need for change, city leaders saw that Houghton was poised to become a major outdoor recreation center. Woodlands, lake country, striking terrain and proximity to Lake Superior and Isle Royale National Park (reachable only by boat or plane) make it attractive to outdoor enthusiasts of all kinds. Today, it’s a launching point for park visitors and a revitalized city worth a visit.
| Ferry & Fly-in Service |
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| Isle Royale Air Service Address: 23810 Airpark Blvd, Laurium, MI 49913 Phone: 877-359-4753 Web Site: http://www.royaleairservice.com/ |
| Ranger III Address: 800 E Lakeshore Drive, Houghton, MI 49931 Phone: 906-482-0984 Web Site: http://www.nps.gov/isro/ranger-iii.htm |
| OUTFITTERS & GUIDES |
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| Rock Harbor Lodge & Marina Address: PO Box 605, Houghton, MI 49931 Phone: 906-337-4993 Web Site: http://foreverlodging.com/foreverinfo.cfm?PropertyKey=75&ContentKey=3204 |
| Downwind Sports Address: 308 Shelden Ave, Houghton, MI 49931 Phone: 906-482-2500 Web Site: http://www.downwindsports.com |
| Surplus Outlet Address: 200 Shelden Ave, Houghton, MI 49931 Phone: 888-840-1950 Web Site: http://www.surplusoutlet.net/ |
| LODGING |
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| Best Western Franklin Square Inn Address: 820 Shelden Ave, Houghton MI 49931 Phone: 888-487-1700 Web Site: http://www.houghtonlodging.com |
| Budget Host Inn Address: 46995 Hwy US Hwy 41, Houghton, MI 49931 Phone: 800-283-4678 Web Site: http://www.bhihoughton.com |
| Country Inn & Suites Address: 919 Razorback Drive, Houghton, MI 49931 Phone: 888-201-1746 Web Site: http://www.countryinns.com/houghtonmi |
| Holiday Inn Express Address: 1110 Century Way, Houghton, MI 49931 Phone: 906-482-1066 Web Site: http://www.ichotelsgroup.com/h/d/ex/1/en/hotel/htnkw?& |
| Houghton RV Park Address: 1100 West Lakeshore Drive, Houghton, MI 49931 Phone: 906-482-8745 Web Site: http://www.cityofhoughton.com/rec-rv.php |
| Rock Harbor Lodge Address: PO Box 605, Houghton, MI 49931 Phone: 906-337-4993 Web Site: http://www.isleroyaleresort.com |
| Super 8 of Houghton Address: 1200 E Lakeshore Drive, Houghton MI 49931 Phone: 906-482-2240 Web Site: http://www.exploringthenorth.com/super8h/motel.html |
| Travelodge of Houghton Address: 215 Shelden Ave, Houghton, MI 49931 Phone: 906-482-1400 Web Site: http://www.travelodgeofhoughton.com |
| RESTAURANTS |
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| Four Season Tea Room Address: 606 Shelden Ave, Houghton, MI 49931 Phone: 906-482-3233 Web Site: http://www.fourseasonstearoom.com |
| Joey’s Seafood and Grill Address: 304 Shelden Ave, Houghton, MI 59931 Phone: 906-483-0500 Web Site: http://www.joeysseafood.com |
| Sheldon’s Pasties & Bakery Address: 901 W Sharon Ave, Houghton, MI 49931 Phone: 906-487-6166 Web Site: http://www.sheldonsbakery.com |
| The Lunch Bag Address: 501 Shelden Ave, Houghton, MI 49931 Phone: 906-483-2022 Web Site: http://www.mylunchbag.com |
| RETAILERS |
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| Downwind Sports Address: 308 Shelden Ave, Houghton, MI 49931 Phone: 906-482-2500 Web Site: http://www.downwindsports.com |
| Flowers By Sleeman Address: 1201 Memorial Road, Houghton, MI 49931 Phone: 800-400-4023 Web Site: http://www.flowersbysleeman.com |
| Keweenaw Gem And Gifts Address: 1007 W Memorial Drive, Houghton, MI 49931 Phone: 800-554-8447 Web Site: http://www.copperconnection.com |
| Marilyn’s Stained Glass Address: 402 Sheldon Ave, Houghton, MI 49931 Phone: 877-398-0641 Web Site: http://www.marilynsglass.com |
| Surplus Outlet Address: 200 Shelden Ave, Houghton, MI 49931 Phone: 888-840-1950 Web Site: http://www.surplusoutlet.net |
| The Wicker & Willow Co. Address: 300 Shelden Ave, Houghton, MI 49931 Phone: 906-483-0251 Web Site: http://www.wickerandwillow.com |
| SIGHT-SEEING & EVENTS |
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| A.E. Seaman Mineral Museum Address: 1400 Townsend Drive, Houghton, MI 49931 Phone: 906-487-2572 Web Site: http://www.museum.mtu.edu/ |
| Keweenaw National Historic Park Address: 25970 Red Jacket Road, Calumet MI, 49913 Phone: 906-337-3168 Web Site: http://www.nps.gov/kewe/ |
| Waterfront Recreation Area Address: Houghton, MI 49931 Phone: N/A Web Site: http://www.cityofhoughton.com/rec-water.php |
