Newaygo, MI

Life in Newaygo has always revolved around the Muskegon River. What started as a 19th-century logging and milling outpost has grown into a relaxed community built for anyone who loves the outdoors. The river flows right through town, drawing fly fishers, kayakers, and paddlers throughout the year. Just up the road, Newaygo State Park and the popular Dragon Trail around Hardy Dam Pond give residents miles of wooded paths, camping, and boat launches. Downtown keeps its small-town character, with historic spots like the Big Red Mill sitting right by the water. It is the kind of place where daily life moves at a comfortable pace and the woods and water are always close by.