UPGA Junior Tournament

Description

The UPGA Junior Tournament takes place July 7, 2026, at Portage Lake Golf Course in Houghton, United States. This individual competition features Stableford scoring, a format that rewards players for scoring points on each hole rather than traditional stroke play. Designed for junior golfers, the event offers an engaging competitive experience at a scenic lakeside venue.

Portage Lake Golf Course

US 41

Houghton, MI, United States

Portage Lake Golf Course is an 18-hole course spanning 160 acres in the Upper Peninsula of Michigan, rated among the top courses in the region. Located in Houghton, the course features two distinctly different nines, each offering unique challenges and playing characteristics that provide variety throughout a round. The course is known for maintaining excellent conditions and offers comprehensive facilities including a pro shop, lessons, and dining at the Par and Grill. Notable amenities include a Trackman Golf Simulator available for year-round play, allowing golfers to experience full rounds on world-class courses and receive tour-level instruction and club fitting. Portage Lake Golf Course supports an active membership base and operates multiple leagues including men's, women's, and junior competitions. The course is affiliated with both the Golf Association of Michigan and the United States Golf Association. Its setting provides the character typical of Upper Peninsula golf, with the course serving as a premier recreational and competitive facility for the Keweenaw region.