Explore the Community of Newaygo

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River Country Chamber of Commerce

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1 State Road
Newyago, MI 49337

Visit Newaygo

Nestled along the scenic Muskegon River, the city of Newaygo offers a perfect blend of outdoor adventure and small-town charm. Visitors are drawn to its year-round recreation, from fishing and paddling to exploring nearby trails and natural areas, while residents enjoy a peaceful, welcoming community with a strong connection to nature.

With its vibrant local events, historic downtown, and easy access to surrounding lakes and forests, Newaygo is an inviting destination for both weekend getaways and everyday living.

Aerial view of fairgrounds

Community Highlights


 

Downtown Newaygo

Downtown Newaygo

Featuring historic design, restored vintage buildings, riverfront parks and walking paths, a still-used century old train bridge, and a quaint museum that tells the whole story in detail.

Entrance of museum

Heritage Museum

Experience soothing colors, innovative materials, dramatic architecture, and distinctive local artwork, making a perfect backdrop to highlight the history of a unique region of Michigan.

Walkway in Riverfront Park

Newaygo Riverfront Park

Located along the Muskegon River, Riverfront Park offers playground equipment, picnic tables, a pavilion, charcoal grills, look-out decks to the river, and paved walking paths.

Consumers Rustic Trail river view

Muskegon River

One of the most renowned rivers in Michigan, the Muskegon flows through the heart of Newaygo and with it, a recreational paradise for floating, fishing and paddling. 

Bikes on Dragon overlook

Get to Know Newaygo County!

Newaygo is a great community to start your adventure, but be sure to wander a bit further to see all of the great things the rest of our county has to offer.

Fishing at Croton Dam
People waterskiing on lake