Population79,128 (2020 Census)
Mint Country, Orchard Visits and Trail Connections
Clinton County, MichiganClinton County gives families several ways to turn a short outing into a day of discovery. Explore agricultural history at the IQhub, visit Uncle John’s Cider Mill during its operating season, or follow a trail near St. Johns. DeWitt adds riverside community life, shops and dining, while Sleepy Hollow State Park offers a larger outdoor destination. Alongside these ideas, this guide brings together schools, libraries, county services and transportation contacts for practical everyday planning.
Clinton County at a Glance
Population79,128 (2020 Census)
County SeatSt. Johns
Largest MunicipalityDeWitt Charter Township (15,073; 2020 population within county)
Established1839 (organized)
ZIP Codes19 ZIP codes wholly or partly within the county
Total Area574.6 square miles, including water (2020 Census geography)
Major RoutesI-69, I-96, US-127 and M-21
Area Codes517 and 989
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Clinton County
Organized in 1839, Clinton County combines an agricultural identity with growing communities near the Lansing area. St. Johns celebrates its connection to mint farming through the Mint Festival, while the IQhub presents agricultural history and innovation in an interactive setting. Uncle John’s Cider Mill shows another part of that working landscape through a family farm adapted for visitors. The Fred Meijer Clinton-Ionia-Shiawassee Trail now connects communities along a former transportation corridor, giving residents and visitors a different way to experience the county’s towns and countryside.
County life includes St. Johns, DeWitt, Bath, Fowler, Ovid, Elsie and rural neighborhoods with different service boundaries. Schools and libraries should be contacted directly to confirm eligibility by address. Clinton Transit offers scheduled and on-demand transportation options, with booking arrangements that depend on the trip. Parks, local shops and community events provide choices close to home, while seasonal farm activities and popular dining stops benefit from checking the latest opening hours before setting out.
What Shapes Us
Agricultural Discovery
The IQhub brings agricultural history and innovation into an interactive setting, while Uncle John’s offers seasonal farm experiences, cider and a changing calendar of activities.
Connected Outdoors
The Fred Meijer Clinton-Ionia-Shiawassee Trail links several communities, and county parks provide shorter outdoor stops for walking, picnicking and time beside the water.
Community Stops
St. Johns and DeWitt offer different shopping and dining settings, with libraries, local businesses and public services helping residents and visitors plan a useful day.
Follow the trail from farm stories to town discoveries.
Around Clinton County
Around Clinton County
Places, landscapes and community stories
Fowler Public Schools
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Around Clinton County
Stories from every corner of Clinton County.
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New Superintendent/HS Principal, Chris Smith
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County Resources
Find the right local resource
Use these resources to connect with public offices, essential services and community organizations in Clinton County. Visit the linked provider for current details before making a trip.
County Government
County Clerk — County records and election information.
Treasurer — County taxes and payment resources.
Equalization Dept — Property assessment information.
Register of Deeds — Recorded property documents.
Agendas Center — Public meeting agendas and minutes.
Schools and Education
Confirm school assignment with the district serving your street address.
Clinton County RESA — District information, schools and family resources.
St. Johns Public Schools — District information, schools and family resources.
DeWitt Public Schools — District information, schools and family resources.
Bath Community Schools — District information, schools and family resources.
Fowler Public Schools — District information, schools and family resources.
Ovid-Elsie Area Schools — District information, schools and family resources.
Hospitals and Regional Care
Call 911 for an emergency. Regional locations are explicitly identified.
UM Health-Sparrow Clinton — Local hospital at 805 S Oakland Street, St. Johns.
UM Health-Sparrow Lansing — Regional hospital in Lansing, outside Clinton County.
UM Health-Sparrow Eaton — Regional hospital in Charlotte, outside Clinton County.
Public Safety
Clinton County Sheriff — County law enforcement and public safety information.
Clinton County Emergency Services — County emergency coordination and preparedness information.
Michigan State Police — State law enforcement resources.
DNR Law Enforcement — Conservation enforcement and outdoor regulations.
Michigan local emergency management directory — Official county emergency management contacts.
Emergency Services
Call 911 for immediate police, fire or ambulance response.
Clinton County Emergency Services — County emergency coordination and preparedness information.
Mid-Michigan District Health Department — Public health services for Clinton, Gratiot and Montcalm counties.
Community Mental Health Authority of Clinton, Eaton and Ingham — Behavioral health and crisis-service information.
National Weather Service Grand Rapids — Official forecasts, watches and warnings.
Michigan energy emergency preparedness — Official utility outage and energy emergency preparation resources.
State Parks
Sleepy Hollow State Park — Lake Ovid recreation, trails and camping; check current construction notices and vehicle-entry requirements.
Trails and Outdoor Recreation
Motz County Park — County park outdoor recreation north of St. Johns; check the seasonal operating schedule.
Clinton Lakes County Park — County park walking and lake scenery; check seasonal access notices.
Clinton Trails County Park — Local county park trails and outdoor space.
Fred Meijer Clinton-Ionia-Shiawassee Trail — Regional trail connecting communities including St. Johns; use the map to choose a local segment.
Sleepy Hollow State Park — Lake Ovid recreation, trails and camping; check current construction notices and vehicle-entry requirements.
Utilities
Confirm provider and service responsibility for your street address.
Consumers Energy — Customer accounts and services within its territory.
City of DeWitt municipal services — Municipal water, sewer and waste service information.
Mid-Michigan District Health Department — Environmental health resources for private well and septic questions.
MPSC electric service area map — Identify the electric provider for an address.
Michigan energy emergency preparedness — Utility outage preparation and official safety resources.
Libraries
Briggs District Library — St. Johns; library services and borrowing eligibility.
DeWitt District Library — DeWitt; collections, programs and research.
Bath Township Public Library — Bath; collections and community programs.
Elsie Public Library — Elsie; library information and events.
Ovid Public Library — Ovid; borrowing, programs and learning space.
Courts
Circuit Court — Circuit court services and procedures.
District Court — 65A District Court information.
Probate Court — Probate court services.
Probate Court-Juvenile Division — Juvenile court information.
Friend of the Court — Support and parenting-time administration.
Driver and Vehicle Services
Official statewide services available to county residents.
Michigan Secretary of State — license and ID renewal — Review renewal options and documents.
Michigan Secretary of State — vehicle tabs — Renew vehicle registration.
Michigan Secretary of State — titles and registration — Prepare for a vehicle transfer.
Michigan Secretary of State — address changes — Update your address with the department.
Michigan Secretary of State — disability parking — Find placard application and renewal information.
Michigan self-service stations — Find a nearby kiosk and check supported transactions.
Transportation
Clinton Transit — The Blue Bus — Scheduled and on-demand county transportation information.
Schedule a Blue Bus ride — Booking options and advance-notice guidance.
MDOT Mi Drive — Road construction and travel conditions.
Michigan public transit providers — Official regional transit contacts.
Fred Meijer Clinton-Ionia-Shiawassee Trail — Regional trail connecting communities including St. Johns; use the map to choose a local segment.
Postal Services
Official USPS tools for local mailing and delivery needs.
USPS Post Office locator — Search your town or ZIP for nearby offices and services.
USPS ZIP Code lookup — Confirm the mailing ZIP for a specific street address.
USPS Hold Mail — Arrange a temporary mail hold.
USPS Change of Address — Use the official postal address-change service.
USPS PO Boxes — Find and manage a post office box.
USPS package pickup — Check and schedule an eligible pickup.
Veterans Resources
Official statewide services available to county residents.
Michigan Veterans Affairs Agency — Connect with state benefits assistance and local support.
Michigan Veterans Trust Fund — Review emergency-assistance options and eligibility.
VA health care enrollment — Find enrollment guidance.
Veterans education benefits — Explore federal and state education programs.
Veteran Readiness and Employment — Learn about employment and rehabilitation support.
Veterans burial benefits — Find benefit and memorial planning resources.
Employment and Training
Official statewide services available to county residents.
Michigan Works! — Find the workforce agency serving your area.
Michigan Rehabilitation Services — Employment support for eligible people with disabilities.
Michigan Unemployment Insurance Agency — Claims, account help and program information.
Michigan Reconnect — Check eligibility for community college tuition support.
Veterans Employment Services — Career assistance for eligible veterans.
Workforce education and training — Explore state training programs and pathways.
Make yourself at home
Practical answers for residents and visitors
County Questions
Know Before You Go
Find answers to common questions about exploring and living in Clinton County.
IQhub offers free admission for individual visitors. Check current opening hours and call ahead for group tour arrangements.
Uncle John’s Cider Mill lists both free and paid activities on its daily calendar. Availability and prices vary by activity and day, so review your planned date before visiting.
Sleepy Hollow State Park publishes current construction and facility notices. Review those notices, camping availability and vehicle-entry requirements before setting out.
Fred Meijer Clinton-Ionia-Shiawassee Trail connects communities including St. Johns. Use the DNR map to choose a convenient access point and an appropriate local segment.
Motz County Park and Clinton Trails County Park offer free ordinary park use. Reservations, events and other special arrangements should be checked separately with the county.
Custom Embroidery Plus and Sports Stop — St. Johns handle custom apparel orders in St. Johns. Contact the business about design options, quantities and turnaround times.
Bridge + Main Market features local makers and retail shops. Outdoor market dates are separate from regular store hours, so check the calendar for the experience you want.
UM Health-Sparrow Clinton is at 805 S Oakland Street. Regional hospitals in Lansing and Charlotte are identified separately in the hospital panel. Call 911 for an emergency.
Clinton Transit ride scheduling explains booking by phone and other available options. Confirm pickup coverage, timing and fare with the operator.
Bath Township Public Library provides collections and community programs. Check current hours, registration requirements and borrowing eligibility directly with the library.
Looking Glass Brewing Company and Bridge Street Social provide different dining settings. Review current menus, hours and reservation arrangements before your visit.
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My Local Guide
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Kids’ Fun
- IQhub — Interactive agricultural discovery in St. Johns; admission is free, with group visits arranged separately.
- Uncle John’s Cider Mill — Seasonal farm activities and bakery near St. Johns; check the daily calendar for open attractions and fees.
- Motz County Park — County park outdoor recreation north of St. Johns; check the seasonal operating schedule.
Restaurants
- Ryan’s Roadhouse — Dining in St. Johns; current menu and ordering information.
- Looking Glass Brewing Company — DeWitt brewpub with food in a historic church building.
- Bridge Street Social — Dining in downtown DeWitt; check current menus and reservations.
Shopping & Retail
- Rehmann’s Clothing — Clothing, footwear and related services in downtown St. Johns.
- Bridge + Main Market — DeWitt shopping featuring local makers, gifts and home goods; outdoor markets follow a separate calendar.
- Hanovers Chocolates — Chocolate and gift shopping in downtown St. Johns.
Clothing & Boutiques
- Rehmann’s Clothing — Clothing, footwear and related services in downtown St. Johns.
- Custom Embroidery Plus — St. Johns custom apparel, embroidery and screen printing; contact the business about orders.
- Sports Stop — St. Johns — Custom team and organization apparel; select the St. Johns location when arranging an order.
Outdoor Fun
- Sleepy Hollow State Park — Lake Ovid recreation, trails and camping; check current construction notices and vehicle-entry requirements.
- Fred Meijer Clinton-Ionia-Shiawassee Trail — Regional trail connecting communities including St. Johns; use the map to choose a local segment.
- Clinton Lakes County Park — County park walking and lake scenery; check seasonal access notices.
Free Things To Do
- IQhub — Interactive agricultural discovery in St. Johns; admission is free, with group visits arranged separately.
- Motz County Park — Ordinary county park use is free; pavilion reservations and special arrangements are separate.
- Clinton Trails County Park — Free ordinary county park use; check current access conditions and posted rules.
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