Across the Portage Canal from Houghton, Hancock Michigan sits quietly, holding the weight of history in its hills and the promise of adventure in its winding roads. A town forged by Finnish immigrants and copper miners, it carries their legacy in its architecture, its traditions, and the perseverance of its people.

Once the beating heart of the copper boom, Hancock saw fortunes rise and fall with the mines. But even as the industry faded, the town endured—its spirit unshaken like the icy waves that crash against the Lake Superior shore in winter. Today, Hancock embraces its heritage while looking forward, home to Finlandia University and a gateway to the rugged beauty of the Keweenaw.

Winter transforms the town into a haven for snow sports, with Mont Ripley Ski Hill offering breathtaking runs, while the summers invite hikers and kayakers to explore the wild spaces that surround it. But no matter the season, Hancock remains a place of quiet strength—where history, resilience, and nature converge.