Michiganders know a thing or two about snow, we deal with an average of 64 inches of the white stuff per year. Our state has a large range when it comes to snow, however, with Detroit averaging 33 inches and the Upper Peninsula ranking much higher. The snowiest town in Michigan is Houghton, which is at the northern tip of the Upper Peninsula and gets slammed with a yearly average of 207 inches of snowfall.

The city of Houghton is the birthplace of hockey in the United States and it’s obvious why, as there is plenty of ice to practice ice hockey!

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Houghton is the fifth largest city in the Upper Peninsula with a population of 8,300 people. Houghton is known for the Portage Canal Lift Bridge, an engineering marvel providing passage to Isle Royale National Park and the Keweenaw Peninsula.

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When winter arrives in this small town, residents embrace the snow with exciting seasonal activities. They aren’t afraid of freezing temperatures and frozen water falling from the sky!

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Mont Ripley is the oldest ski area in Michigan and offers 24 challenging ski runs and snow tubing.

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You can explore Nara Nature Park which spans 100 acres used for hiking, skiing, and snowshoeing.

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Michigan Tech University has been hosting a winter carnival since 1922 where students create incredible snow statues and ice sculptures.

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Students stay up all night to craft these incredible sculptures for visitors to admire. Houghton residents celebrate the glorious winter weather and it’s spectacular!

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You might think that 207 inches of snowfall would keep folks away. On the contrary, Houghton is the fastest-growing city in the Upper Peninsula.

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So pack your earmuffs, long johns, and snowshoes to experience Michigan’s magnificent winter wonderland.

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Winter can really get you down if you stay inside all day long and it’s wonderful to see a town in Michigan making the best of it. Do you enjoy a snow day? Have you witnessed a powerful Michigan blizzard? Let us know what it was like in the comments. While you’re visiting Houghton, you’ll want to check out The Finnish Diner In Michigan Where You’ll Find All Sorts Of Authentic Eats.

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