Northern Lower Peninsula
Roscommon County, Michigan
County seat: Roscommon
Roscommon County holds Houghton Lake, Higgins Lake and the headwaters of the Au Sable, a long-standing Michigan resort and lake country.
Cities, Towns & Communities
- Roscommon
- Houghton Lake
- St. Helen
- Prudenville
Attractions
- Houghton Lake
- Higgins Lake
- Au Sable River headwaters
- Roscommon's Civilian Conservation Corps history
Parks & Recreation
- North Higgins Lake State Park
- South Higgins Lake State Park
- Houghton Lake
Transportation
US-127 runs through Houghton Lake and Prudenville, with M-18 and M-55 crossing the county.
Frequently Asked Questions
Is Houghton Lake the same as Houghton?
No. Houghton Lake is a lake and unincorporated community in Roscommon County. Houghton is a city in Houghton County in the Upper Peninsula.