As of the census[1] of 2000, there were 1,810 people, 712 households, and 533 families residing in the township.

20.4% of all households were made up of individuals, and 7.6% had someone living alone who was 65 years of age or older.

Golden Township is home to many lakes, streams, and rivers.

Silver Lake has a largely seasonal population due to its vast number of campgrounds, cottages, and summer homes.

The Sand Dunes are a state park and consist of a pedestrian area for hikers and visitors as well as a vehicle recreation area where dune buggies can drive up and down the hills.

The Sand Dunes western border is Lake Michigan.