Launch Conditions
Use cautionLaunch with caution — limited daylight.
- Advisories
- None active
- Daylight
- Past sunset (9:49 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 — July 11
local timeWaning Crescent (13% illuminated). Good fishing outlook — the moon is approaching a major phase.
Location
Quick Facts: Houghton-Hancock Marina
| Location | Franklin Township, Michigan |
|---|---|
| Waterbody | Portage Lake |
| Access Type | Public - Free |
| Coordinates | 47.125307, -88.571056 |
| Hours | Check on site |
| County | Houghton County |
Houghton-Hancock Marina is a public boat launch providing access to Portage Lake in Franklin Township, Michigan at coordinates 47.12531, -88.57106. Data published by Michigan Department of Natural Resources (MI DNR).
Houghton-Hancock Marina is a public boat launch on Portage Lake in Franklin Township, 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. Facility details on record include managed by: County. 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.
Related: boat ramp near Franklin Township • public launch in Houghton County • fishing access on Portage Lake • Michigan boat launch
Facilities & Amenities
| Managed By | County |
|---|
Facility details from the managing agency's public records.
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Frequently Asked Questions About Houghton-Hancock Marina
Is Houghton-Hancock Marina free to use?
Yes, Houghton-Hancock Marina is a public boat launch with free access in Franklin Township, Michigan.
What water does Houghton-Hancock Marina access?
Houghton-Hancock Marina provides boat launch access to Portage Lake in Franklin Township, Michigan.
How do I get to Houghton-Hancock Marina?
Houghton-Hancock Marina is located at coordinates 47.125307, -88.571056 in Franklin Township, 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 Houghton-Hancock Marina includes 6 other public boat ramps within 2.3 mi, giving boaters flexibility in choosing their access point.