Houghton Lodging near Michigan Tech and Top Attractions
Located in the heart of Michigan's Keweenaw Peninsula, the Country Inn is surrounded by great outdoor activities. Snowmobile trails (over 200 miles) crisscross the Keweenaw Peninsula; Portage Lake offers ample fishing, and the Lake Superior coast is a great place for sport divers to explore shipwrecks. A number of historic sites have been preserved by the Keweenaw National Historical Park, and skiing enthusiasts can hit the slopes at Mont Ripley or Mount Bohemia. Additionally, our Houghton lodging near Michigan Tech is less than two miles from campus, and we welcome visiting students and parents.
Michigan attractions convenient to our Houghton lodging include:
Mont Ripley Ski Area (1.6 miles) This ski hill is conveniently located on the Michigan Tech campus. Phone: (906) 487-2340
Michigan Technological University (1.7 miles) Our hotel is located just a short drive from this university of over 6,000 students founded to advance the studies of mining and metallurgy. Phone: (906) 487-3433
A. E. Seaman Mineral Museum (1.7 miles) This unique museum near our Houghton accommodations seeks to educate visitors about the impact minerals have on society. Phone: (906) 487-2572
Keweenaw National Historical Park (1.9 miles) This park is split into two units 11 miles apart and affords many great chances to understand the historical impact and consequence of the copper mining industry. Phone: (906) 482-5569
Quincy Mine (1.9 miles) The historic Quincy Mine is a retired copper mine that offers tours of the world's largest steam hoist. Phone: (906) 482-5569
Portage Lake (3.5 miles) This lake forms part of a man-made waterway that bisects the Keweenaw Peninsula and also offers guests lodging in Houghton a great place to fish.
Portage Lake Golf Course (3.5 miles) Enjoy 18 holes on this scenic golf course in Houghton, Michigan. Phone: (906) 487-2641
Mount Bohemia (28 miles) Mount Bohemia is the perfect winter getaway for lovers of the outdoors. Phone: (906) 289-4105