Choose the Right Trail for Your Fat Tire Biking Adventure
Winter Trails – Fat Tire Biking
Newaygo County offers more than 40 miles of bike trails that are accessible to fat tire bikers for winter trail riding.
Stories from the Trail
The Great Pathfinder
Fremont Township was established and named in honor of John C. Frémont, western explorer, and future politician. So, who was John C Fremont and why was his name picked for the area we know as Fremont, Michigan? Eight states have a town named for Mr. Fremont –...
Grant Depot and Water Tower
The Grant Depot and Water Tower (or The Grand Rapids, Newaygo and Lake Shore Railroad Company Depot and Water Tower) is a state historical site in Grant, Michigan. The railroad depot and water tower were built in 1891 by the Chicago and West Michigan Railroad, and...
Newaygo’s Lumbering Legacy
Ride the River Back in Time – Newaygo County’s Lumbering Legacy! Being surrounded by densely forested land, Newaygo County is an area that was built on lumber mills. At its peak, loggers dumped thousands of logs into the Muskegon River a day to float down to the...
Take on the Dragon
Get ready for a fall adventure on a 45 mile hiking & biking trail outlining Hardy Pond. This wooded trail invites you to explore color from a new perspective with amazing views of the natural beauty of our area. Through partnerships with Newaygo and Mecosta...
White River Railroad Bridge
A Piece of History Still Standing – The White River Railroad Bridge! The Great Railroad Trestle is the bridge that sits over the White River just south of White Cloud. It was built on September 29, 1875, completely made of wood! Its correct name is the White River...
Spring in NewayGo County
As the days become longer and the temperatures a little warmer, we are ready to get back outdoors for some fresh air and exploration. Springtime in Newaygo County welcomes explorers to our trails, whether you are an avid birder, a big-time biker, a morel mushroom...
Winter Fishing in NewayGo
The winter fishing season has begun! Due to consistently low temperatures, this year Newaygo is looking forward to a great ice fishing season. As the temperatures began to drop, ice shanties popped up on the inland lakes around the region signaling that it is time to...
Tis’ the Season for a Casual Getaway
The holidays are upon us and with it comes the hustle and bustle of preparations, decorating, party planning and more. It can really be overwhelming! So, here’s an idea… instead of the same routine of rushed online purchases or crowded mall shopping, come explore the...
Spring is in Sight!
Spring the NewayGo County Way The days are getting longer, the weather is getting warmer, and a spring adventure is just around the corner. Whether you are a fishing enthusiast or just want to get out and explore the trails, NewayGo County has just the spot for spring...
Early Winter Getaway
With the busy holiday season behind us, who isn’t ready for some “me time”? Maybe a quiet walk in the woods, casting a line along a rapidly flowing riverbank, or pedaling through the pines can provide the renewal you seek. Newaygo County welcomes all seekers to come...
