2019 Map of Dayton Center

About this map

The South Branch White River snakes through the heart of this landscape, anchoring a rural territory where the Manistee National Forest meets the scattered settlements of Newaygo County. This region is defined by a dense grid of township roads that connect small community hubs such as Dayton Center, Aetna, and Huber. For local history researchers, the map identifies key burial grounds like Huber Cem, Bull Cem, and Lincoln Cem, which often represent the earliest established points of neighborhood settlement. The terrain is notably water-rich, featuring numerous smaller bodies such as Blackberry Lake, Devils Lake, and Cook Lake, alongside tributaries like Martin Cr and Mena Cr. The presence of Wooster at the eastern edge and the transition between Lincoln Township and surrounding survey sections highlights the organized agricultural and timber-influenced growth that has shaped this portion of Michigan.