Houghton County Run
I drove across the Portage Lake Lift Bridge. This was one image that I definitely wanted to include in my Houghton County run, especially since I’m running by MTU.
Running across the bridge so I could get a great look at the Houghton-Hancock waterway, known as the Keweenaw Waterway. It’s not a river but a channel of Lake Superior that cuts across the Keweenaw Peninsula.
The structure is immense and looks so powerful!
Also across the waterway is Mont Ripley Ski Area, where my nephew Cody used to ski a lot during his time at MTU.
Also across the waterway is Mont Ripley Ski Area, where my nephew Cody used to Snowboard a lot during his time at MTU.
There was a very nice pathway heading east towards Michigan Tech University.
Here, I was looking south into the downtown area of Houghton.
This must be where the Daily Mining Gazette is published.
Here’s another view looking west at the bridge.
This path was long and steady; I probably passed by 20 to 30 people on this trail, although it looks empty here.
Here I was about a mile into my run and needed to find a route back to the north. With the sun shining brightly and unable to see my phone, I had to huddle under a bush to make a plan.
This path was long and steady; I probably passed by 20 to 30 people on this trail, although it looks empty here.
Arrived at MTU. Cody, you should be proud! Cody also said that this archway is new. It wasn’t there when he attended.
Started heading back west and saw this house; it was too bright not to take a picture.
There was a great sidewalk heading back into town, which was nice as it allowed me to avoid the stress of all the traffic. What a busy little place!
I enjoyed seeing the statue of a fireman. My employer creates electronic products for the automotive industry, but they also manufacture hydraulic generators for firemen to use with the Jaws of Life. Additionally, my dad was a fireman, and my granddaughter’s other grandfather is a fireman as well. Thank you to all firefighters who serve or have served. It was very cool to see this statue.
Another rock formation that makes me miss climbing. I need to get back.
First glimpse back into town.
Looking to the east.
Looking towards the west.
Running through downtown. What a happening place!
Front side of the Daily Mining Gazette. I have a fondness for publishing companies because I worked for one for twenty-eight years.
A glimpse of the bridge from the west side, looking northeast.
A view of the Keweenaw Waterway looking west.
The plan for Houghton changed many times! Initially, I thought I’d run the closest 5k from where I was staying at the Baraga State Campground. However, upon reviewing the topographic map, HOLY COW! While I’m not afraid of hills, tackling them on the 4th day of back-to-back 5ks seemed daunting. I think I’ll look for something a little simpler.
Above is a larger map of the first two planned routes.
This was the second planned route, and it looks so much less intimidating.
I finally decided to run in the town of Houghton for two main reasons: My nephew graduated from Michigan Tech University, as did my employer and several people I’ve worked with in the past. What a prestigious school! Additionally, the bridge is recognizable anywhere, and I wanted to make sure I have a picture of the bridge and waterway in this county. It was also a way of thanking my nephew Cody for running Ingham County with me.
Houghton County
Calumet
Chassell
Copper City
Duncan
Elm River
Franklin
Hancock
Houghton
Laird
Lake Linden
Laurium
Osceola
Portage
Quincy
South Range
Stanton
Torch Lake
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