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Sometimes, you just know.
You drive down the winding streets of a quaint village lined with historic shops and inviting eateries and can immediately feel how special it is without having ever been there before.
That's the place.
And maybe, the entire experience started out as a detour or a pitstop, but the town's charm, charisma of its residents, and the calmness of its parks drew you into something bigger.
Like a painting frozen in time that's forever evolving and a place that feels like home to all who walk its weathered sidewalks.
Yes, that's the place.
According to a list compiled by HGTV, the best small town in Michigan is Houghton. This charming little town was also named among the most charming small towns in America.
Here's what HGTV had to say about the best small town in each state:
"Picturesque Houghton, in Michigan's Keweenaw Peninsula, is surrounded by inland lakes and streams. Its 233 miles of snowmobile trails and world-class biking opportunities attract adventurers, and history buffs come to explore its colorful mining past. The sunsets on Lake Superior are stunning, and in the winter, McLain State Park, shown here, invites visitors to hike, enjoy its spectacular ice formations, cross-country ski and snowshoe."
For a continued list of the most charming small towns across the country check out HGTV's full report.