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Middleville, Michigan

Population: 2,000
Located in Barry County

Middleville is located in Thornapple Township on highway M-37 in northwestern Barry County. This scenic town is situated on a hill, with the main street leading down to a dam on the Thornapple River. This community has retained its small-town atmosphere throughout the years, and today functions primarily as an adjunct commuter city to Grand Rapids and Hastings.

Named in 1843 for its proximity to Middle Village, another town that existed nearby at that time, it eventually incorporated as a village in 1867. This area is credited as the source for the name of the river flowing through it, as many thorn apples existed along its banks at the time.

Today Barry County is an area of extensive dairying and farming, with crops including corn for grain, winter wheat, barley, oats and hay. Some manufacturing also exists. The main geographical feature for Barry County are its many lakes, which can be found by taking just about any road out of Hastings. Gun Lake, the largest inland lake in Southern Michigan, provides plenty of opportunity for all types of recreational activities The 15,000 acre Barry State Game Area offers excellent hunting. Historical sites of interest include the Courthouse in Hastings and the 1880's Striker House, Hastings' most lavish Queen Anne style residence. Other points of interest include the Bowen’s Mills Historical site and the dam on the Thornapple River in Middleville.

Recreational activities in and around Barry County, Michigan include: Bowling, Cabin Rentals, Camping, Canoeing, Charter Boats, Golf, Hiking Trails, Horseback Riding, and Resorts.

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