47375 US-41
Houghton, MI

The Nara Nature Trail Boardwalk is a 4,500 foot long wooden boardwalk running along both banks of the Pilgrim River. Observe nature by sitting on the many benches along the boardwalk, fish off one of the fishing piers, or launch a canoe or kayak. Nara Nature Park is a 100 acre nature park located two miles east of the Michigan Tech University campus at the east end of the Houghton Waterfront Trail.

1404 Sharon Ave
Houghton, MI

The A.E. Seaman Mineral Museum of Michigan Tech features the largest public exhibit and finest collection of minerals from the Great Lakes region and the world’s best collection of Michigan minerals. Admission is good for two days and leaves plenty of time to learn about minerals through informative displays and discover how minerals are important in your life. This is a must see for any natural history lover!

408 Shelden Ave
Houghton, MI

Keweenaw Brewing Company is located in the center of Downtown Houghton and features a daily selection of fresh beers brewed right on the premises. The taproom includes two bars, tables and chairs, a seating area around a fireplace and an outside deck overlooking the Portage Canal.

305 W Lakeshore Dr
Houghton, MI

Roy’s Pasties & Bakery is a family-owned and operated bakery featuring made-from-scratch pasties, deli soups and sandwiches, bakery, and custom cakes. Roy's is a must-visit when you're in Houghton!

1100 W Lakeshore Dr
Houghton, MI

Houghton’s waterfront offers a beautiful lakefront recreation area. Seating and picnic areas are located all along the waterfront trail and are a perfect place to rest or enjoy a take-out meal. Public restrooms are available.

Portage Canal Lift Bridge

Hancock, Michigan, United States

Drive from Houghton to Hancock across Michigan’s only lift bridge. The bridge was dedicated as a National Historic Civil Engineering Landmark and crosses Portage Lake.

208 E Quincy St
Hancock, MI

Nisu Bakery & Cafe is an authentic Finnish bakery and cafe offering Finnish & Swedish baked goods such as Cardamom Nisu, coffees & gifts in a comforting atmosphere. Experience a little bit of Scandinavia!

211 A St
Hancock, MI

The historic East Hancock Stairway Park is a must stop for unique views of the Portage Canal Lift Bridge and Houghton.

49750 US-41
Hancock, MI

Quincy Mine offers guests the opportunity to step back in time to the copper boom that swept through the Keweenaw Peninsula starting in the early 1840s. Schedule a guided mine tour or plan to walk the grounds on a self-guided tour.