It has been estimated that in 1860 alone, mills on the Muskegon River produced 75,000,000 board-feet of lumber.
The federal government has relicensed the dams through 2034, but has required operating changes reducing their harmful effects on the Muskegon River.
The Hardy Dam on the Muskegon River is located in the township.
As the trunkline approaches Newaygo, the terrain becomes more wooded near the Muskegon River.
The three mile unpaved path parallels the Muskegon River and contains 26 different trees with identification plaques.
On September 24, 1875 the line was extended over the Muskegon River to White Cloud.
The trunkline passes into northern Osceola County near its crossing of the Muskegon River.
The Muskegon River flows through the north side of the town.
It runs along 7th Street through downtown before and crossing the Muskegon River and exiting the city.
M-82 follows M-37 through downtown and across the Muskegon River.