Located on the property of Camp Newaygo, the Camp Newaygo Wetland Trail is a 0.5 mile boardwalk trail that is open to the public. The trail is on a wetland bog, which is full of wildlife, making it a favorite hiking spot for families and young children. This well marked trail offers plenty of seating along the trail and a large seating area to picnic and enjoy the natural surroundings. The trail features boardwalks, making it a perfect spot for those who want to get out into nature, but cannot walk long distances.

Despite its size, Newaygo Prairie Nature Sanctuary has no trails. However, the open landscape makes it easy for visitors to navigate and explore. The sanctuary is separated into two units, with 30 acres north of 56th Street and 80 acres to the south. Twenty-five of the northern acres are composed of prairie vegetation, while 30 acres in the southern part are an example of a dry prairie habitat. The rest of the acreage is composed of oak pine barrens. The southern bowl was last farmed in the 1800s and has recovered remarkably well.

The river corridor features steep banks and unique scenery. The forest along the river varies from mixed oak, pine and aspen to white cedar and hemlock stands. As the river flows through the Huron-Manistee National Forest paddlers will be treated to a varied ride starting with a pool and riffle stream, moving into a wider, deeper and slower float as the river approaches Croton Dam Pond. For most of the trip the river travels at a steady 2.5 mph and even shallow portions of the river are passable during summer months.

As paddlers enter the pond they will be sharing the area with larger boats and water-skiers. Ownership along the river is primarily private and there are no federal facilities available.

Located in the heart of River County in downtown Newaygo, the Heritage Museum of Newaygo County collects, preserves, and shares Newaygo County’s history and culture in a historical building. The museum is a great place for all ages to make fun and informative connections with the past. Exhibits cover topics such as Native American history, logging, and the rise of farming.

Newaygo Brewing Co. is a microbrewery and restaurant in the Near North with deep roots, great beer, and great food. Located in downtown Newaygo, close to the Muskegon River and the North Country Trail, our taproom’s refreshing ales are perfect whether you’re returning from an adventure on the water or meeting a friend close to home.

Their brewing process utilizes fresh, local ingredients; Muskegon River Watershed spring water, Michigan grown 2-row barley, a plethora of local hops, and yeast sourced from their backyard. They have hoppy beers, rich beers, sour beers, light beers, and everything in between.

A local place to peruse books and enjoy coffee.

All of their dishes are fresh, local, homemade. This means it may take longer to prepare, but that’s because they’re going to serve you the freshest food possible, prepared the old-fashioned way. Home of the Hoginator Challenge.

Disclaimer: Eva and Will don't know what the hoginator challenge is.

From morning to afternoon, they operate as a Cafe. Come up to the counter or sit at table and order from a range of soups, sandwiches, espresso drinks, or from the bar.

On Thursday, Friday, and Saturday nights, they operate as a Social House from 4pm on. They have a separate dinner menu featuring small plates, flatbreads, shareables, and more. Their bar is stocked with Michigan microbrews, good wine, and barrel-aged cocktails, to name a few. They are a music and events venue as well, and they try to bring in local acts weekly.