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  • Lake Pepin

    Lake Pepin

    Lake Pepin is a natural freshwater lake located along the Mississippi River, spanning the border between Minnesota and Wisconsin. Here’s a look at its history, details, special features, and types of fish: History: The area around Lake Pepin has been inhabited for thousands of years, with evidence of Indigenous peoples…

  • Rainy Lake

    Rainy Lake

    Rainy Lake, situated in northern Minnesota near the border with Canada, is a large and picturesque body of water with a rich history and diverse ecosystem. History: The area around Rainy Lake has been inhabited by Indigenous peoples for thousands of years. The Ojibwe, Cree, and Assiniboine tribes historically lived…

  • Mille Lacs

    Mille Lacs

    Mille Lacs Lake, located in central Minnesota, is the second-largest lake in the state and covers approximately 207 square miles. The name “Mille Lacs” is French for “thousand lakes,” a nod to the numerous smaller lakes that surround it. History: Historically, Mille Lacs Lake has been a significant location for…

  • Lake of the Woods

    Lake of the Woods

    Located in northern Minnesota, Lake of the Woods is a vast and picturesque freshwater lake known for its natural beauty and abundant fishing opportunities. This massive lake covers over 1 million acres, making it one of the largest lakes in the United States. History:Lake of the Woods has a rich…

  • Bde Maka Ska

    Bde Maka Ska

    Nestled in the heart of Minneapolis, Minnesota lies a hidden gem known as Lake Bde Maka Ska. This picturesque lake, with its crystal-clear waters and lush surrounding landscape, offers visitors a serene escape from the hustle and bustle of city life. Formerly known as Lake Calhoun, this majestic body of…

  • List of lakes of Minnesota

    This is a list of lakes of Minnesota. Although promoted as the “Land of 10,000 Lakes”, Minnesota has 11,842 lakes of 10 acres (4.05 ha) or more. The 1968 state survey found 15,291 lake basins, of which 3,257 were dry. If all basins over 2.5 acres were counted, Minnesota would have…

  • Lake Minnetonka

    Lake Minnetonka (Dakota: Mní iá Tháŋka[1]) is a lake located about 16 miles (26 km) west-southwest of Minneapolis, Minnesota. Lake Minnetonka has about 23 named bays and areas.[2] The lake lies within Hennepin and Carver counties and is surrounded by 13 incorporated municipalities. At 14,528 acres (5,879 ha), it is Minnesota’s ninth largest lake. It is a popular spot for local boaters,…

  • Bijou Lake

    Bijou Lake

    Directions to access: SW of the town of Lake Park, West on Hwy 10, S on Co Hwy 1, W on Co Hwy 8, South on 117th Lane, East on Alpine Lane, North on Bijou circleBing opens in a new browser tab | Google opens in a new browser tab | Google Earth Name Origin: The name…

  • Lake Superior

    Lake Superior

    Lake Superior is the largest freshwater lake in the world by surface area[a] and the third-largest freshwater lake by volume, holding 10% of the world’s surface fresh water.[12] Located in central North America, it is the northernmost and westernmost of the Great Lakes of North America, straddling the Canada–United States border with the Canadian province of Ontario to the north…

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