2014 Map of Newaygo

About this map

The Muskegon River winds through the heart of the settlement of Newaygo, serving as a central geographic feature in this portion of West Michigan. In the northern and eastern reaches of the sheet, the Manistee National Forest provides a backdrop for a landscape dotted with countless water bodies, including Hess Lake, Pickerel Lake, and Brooks Lake. The topography is defined by these glacial lakes and the drainage systems of Brooks Cr and Penoyer Cr. For those interested in local history and genealogy, the map identifies the Newaygo City Cem and Saint Marks Cem near the town center. Long-distance recreation is represented by the N Country National Scenic Trail, which traverses the wooded sections north of the river, while the road network connects the residential developments surrounding Sylvan Lake and Emerald Lake.