Newaygo State Park Explained

Newaygo State Park should not be confused with Negwegon State Park.

Newaygo State Park
Iucn Category:III
Iucn Ref:[1]
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Map:USA Michigan#USA
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Location:Big Prairie Township, Newaygo County, Michigan, United States
Nearest City:Newaygo, Michigan
Coordinates:43.5025°N -85.5917°W
Designation:Michigan state park
Established:1966
Administrator:Michigan Department of Natural Resources
Website:Newaygo State Park

Newaygo State Park is a public recreation area covering on the south side of Hardy Dam Pond in Big Prairie Township, Newaygo County, Michigan. The state park sits atop 20feet embankments overlooking the six-mile-long (10 km), 4000acres impoundment of the Muskegon River.

History

The park was created in 1966 when the state leased acreage that included of water frontage from Consumers Power Company.

Activities and amenities

The park offers swimming, fishing for bass, walleye and panfish, boat launch, picnicking, playground, and 99 rustic campsites.

External links

Notes and References

  1. Web site: Newaygo State Park. IUCN. April 24, 2020.