Hancock Labyrinth Boat Ramp
Launch Conditions
Use cautionLaunch with caution — limited daylight.
- Advisories
- None active
- Daylight
- Past sunset (9:03 PM)
Live from the National Weather Service, USGS, and NOAA. A guide, not a substitute for official forecasts and your own judgment.
Launch Light & Moon — August 18
local timeWaxing Crescent (26% illuminated). Average fishing outlook by moon phase — focus on dawn and dusk bite windows.
Location
Quick Facts: Hancock Labyrinth
| Location | Houghton, Michigan |
|---|---|
| Waterbody | Portage Lake |
| Access Type | Public - Free |
| Rating | 4.8/5 (13 reviews) |
| Coordinates | 47.125093, -88.575169 |
| Hours | Check on site |
| County | Houghton County |
| Phone | (906) 231-3216 |
Hancock Labyrinth is a public boat launch providing access to Portage Lake in Houghton, Michigan at coordinates 47.12509, -88.57517. Rated 4.8/5 based on 13 Google reviews.
Hancock Labyrinth is a public boat launch on Portage Lake in Houghton, Houghton County, Michigan. As a public launch it is open to all boaters; state- and county-run ramps like this are typically free or charge only a modest day-use fee. This page shows sunrise, sunset, and moon-phase times for the launch, updated automatically. There are 6 other mapped boat ramps within about 15 miles if conditions here aren't right.
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Frequently Asked Questions About Hancock Labyrinth
Is Hancock Labyrinth free to use?
Yes, Hancock Labyrinth is a public boat launch with free access in Houghton, Michigan.
How is Hancock Labyrinth rated?
Hancock Labyrinth has a 4.8 out of 5 rating based on 13 Google reviews from boaters.
What water does Hancock Labyrinth access?
Hancock Labyrinth provides boat launch access to Portage Lake in Houghton, Michigan.
How do I get to Hancock Labyrinth?
Hancock Labyrinth is located at coordinates 47.125093, -88.575169 in Houghton, Michigan. Use the "Get Directions" buttons on this page to navigate with Google Maps or Apple Maps.
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Alternative Boat Launches Nearby
The area surrounding Hancock Labyrinth includes 6 other public boat ramps within 2.1 mi, giving boaters flexibility in choosing their access point.