Overview: We are the Gateway to the Keweenaw Peninsula and are located on the waterfront of the Portage Lake, a 26 mile waterway. Cross-country & Downhill skiing are nearby, with snowmobiling right in front of our parking lot. A walking trail is located in front of the motel.
Indoor Pool
Quincy Mine Hoist: US 41 - Hancock, MI 49930 - 906-482-3101 - 9:00 AM - 5:00 PM June - September - Old Mining Operation restored with the largest steam hoist and also a tram ride down to a real mine tour.
Michigan Techology University: 1400 Townsend Drive - Houghton, MI 49931 - 906-487-1885 - Our local University has one of the best Engineering Programs in the country. Along with a research program they also have a very wide curriculum.
Suomi College: Quincy Street - Hancock, MI 49930 - 906-482-5300 - A private college with a Finnish Heritage. Suomi's Curriculum everything from Law Enforcement to Nursing and Liberal Arts.
Mt. Ripley Ski Hill: M 26 - Hancock, MI 49930 - 906-487-2340 - Mon. - Fri. 2:00 - 9:00, Sat. & Sun. 10:00 - 5:00 - Owned and operated by Michigan Tech. University, sports, a double chair lift, and also has a T-bar. Runs from 2,000 to 2,500 feet with a 423 foot vertical drop.
Isle Royal National Park Service: Houghton, MI 49931 - 906-482-0984 - 8:00 AM - 4:30 PM - The ship "Ranger" docks here - transportation to Island plus weekly excursions on the Houghton Canal - reservations recommended.
Haughton/Hancock Bridgefest: The middle weekend in June.
Michigan Technological University Winter Carnival: First weekend in February
Pine Mt. Music Festival: Weekends during June and July
Rozse Center at Michigan Technological University: This is a new theater which has different performances throughout the year.
Area Attractions: * Michigan Tech University Mulit Recreational Complex - * Mt. Bohemia Ski Area - * Mt. Ripley Ski Area - * Walking and Bicycle Trails - * Fishing Piers - * Calumet Golf Course - * Boat Docks - * Portage Links Golf Course - * Finlandia University - * Historical National Park - * Quincy Mine Hoist - * Seaman Mineral Museum
Portage Lake Golf Course: US 41 - Houghton, MI 49931 - 906-487-2641 - 18 hole scenic course located just minutes from the Houghton Super 8 Motel.
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