Houghton Travel Guide

Houghton is a bustling city in Michigan.

Things to Do in Houghton

The area surrounding Houghton is known for its natural beauty and it offers up tons of activities, from ice hockey, figure-skating and snowmobiling in the winter, through to hiking, camping and kayaking in the summer.

The city and surrounding area was historically known as a top spot for mining copper, and drew a large immigrant population. Take a visit to the Mineral Museum of Michigan or the Quincy Mine to find out more.

Best Time to Visit Houghton

The best time to visit Michigan is in the summer (July and August), when the days are hot and you can enjoy the balmy weather on a hike. If you love winter sports however, visiting in the lead up to Christmas is great as the city usually experiences heavy snowfall.