Houghton-Douglass Falls (also known as Douglass Houghton Falls, Douglass Falls or Houghton Falls) is a waterfall in the U.S. state of Michigan. At from the top to its base, it is Michigan's tallest waterfall. It is located in the state's Upper Peninsula between the villages of Laurium and Lake Linden just off Highway M-26. Prior to 2018, the waterfall was privately owned and access to the waterfall was restricted due to its dangerous geological makeup. The waterfall is situated in a deep gorge that is flanked by sharp loose rock. Multiple deaths have been reported at this location; the most recent one was in September 2011. Houghton-Douglass Falls is named for Douglass Houghton, Michigan's first geologist. and Columbus Christopher (C.C.) Douglass, Douglass Houghton's cousin who is also important to Copper Country History.
Houghton-Douglass Falls is currently projected to open as a Michigan state park and veterans memorial. Purchasing was approved by Rick Snyder in 2016. The land was sold to the Michigan Department of Natural Resources by the property owner, Jim Kuusisto, in September 2018 for $300,000 (equivalent to $ in ). The property includes of land along Hammell Creek and frontage along M-26. As of December 7, 2023, "The State of Michigan and the MDNR have invested $600,000 to consider site plans, better parking, a restroom facility, an informational kiosk, a pedestrian path and bridge, observation decks, and a VeteranâÂÂs Memorial."
Hungarian Falls is around south of Houghton-Douglass Falls.