2017 Map of Croton

About this map

The Muskegon River winds through the heart of this Newaygo County landscape, its flow interrupted and expanded by significant hydroelectric infrastructure. The resulting Hardy Dam Pond and Croton Dam Pond create expansive water bodies that dominate the local topography, shaping the settlements of Croton, Riverview, and Croton Heights. Much of the western and central portion of the area is protected as part of the Manistee National Forest, where the N Country National Scenic Trail meanders through the timber. For those interested in local genealogy, the map identifies several key burial sites including Saint Mary's Catholic Cem, Croton Cem, and Oak Grove Cem. The presence of numerous named water bodies like Bills Lake, Pettit Lake, and Utley Lake alongside smaller features like Schumaker Bayou highlights a region deeply defined by its riparian and lacustrine geography.