As you plan your trip to the Houghton area for Family Weekend, you may want to do some exploring on your own. Below is a list of helpful websites that may come in handy as you plan your trip itinerary. Also, don’t forget to take advantage of some of the exciting pre-planned Family Weekend events.
For general information on the Keweenaw, visit the following websites:
- City of Houghton
- Student Local Resource Guide
- Keweenaw Chamber of Commerce
- Keweenaw Convention & Visitors Bureau
- www.CopperCountry.com
- Michigan’s Upper Peninsula Official Travel and Recreation Website
- Hunt’s Guide to Michigan’s Upper Peninsula
For specific information on popular activities, visit the following websites:
- Keweenaw Trails (Information about biking, hiking, and kayaking in the Keweenaw)
- Waterfall Guide (An interactive map of waterfalls in the area)
- Copper Country Explorer (Information about exploring mines, ruins, buildings and more)
If questions arise while planning, don’t hesitate to call one of the campus or community resources listed below:
| Department | Phone Number |
|---|---|
| A. E. Seaman Mineral Museum | 906-487-2572 |
| Campus Bookstore | 906-487-2410 |
| COMPASS | 906-487-3558 |
| Gates Tennis Center | 906-487-2774 |
| J. R. Van Pelt and Opie Library | 906-487-2500 |
| Keweenaw Convention & Visitors Bureau | 906-337-4579 or 800-338-7982 |
| Keweenaw Chamber of Commerce | 906-482-5240 |
| Ticketing Services/Central Ticket Office | 906-487-3200 |
| Outdoor Adventure Program | 906-487-2290 |
| Portage Lake Golf Course | 906-487-2641 |
| Rozsa Center for the Performing Arts | 906-487-3200 |
| Student Development Complex | 906-487-2578 |
| University Images | 906-487-2969 or 800-850-0688 |