Organized in 1839, early settlers in Clinton County were largely from New York and the county is named for DeWitt Clinton, the governor of New York at that time. Clinton County offers a small-town feel in the center of Michigan. You can experience relaxation at our county parks, enjoy a variety of delightful food at one of our many dining establishments, live among acres of farmland and so much more. We are in close proximity to urban areas that provide entertainment, higher education and leisure activities, and centrally located for in-state and out-of-state travel.