State highway M-36 crosses the township, passing through Lakeland and Hamburg, and leading east 5 miles (8 km) to U.S. Route 23 at Whitmore Lake and west the same distance to Pinckney.

[15] There are 32 named lakes, with numerous smaller ponds, marshes, creeks and streams.

The river passes through the eastern and southern parts of the township as it flows toward Lake Erie.

East and West Bennett Parks off Merrill Road serve the recreational needs of township children for soccer, football, cheerleading, and softball.

There is a swimming beach and boat launch for Bishop Lake, together with numerous picnic areas, barbecue facilities and hiking trails.

13.9% of all households were made up of individuals, and 3.5% had someone living alone who was 65 years of age or older.