Minnesota Counties

Aitkin County is up in north-central Minnesota. It’s a place where lakes and forests go on forever with Mille Lacs Lake as a highlight.

Anoka County sits in the east-central part of Minnesota, north of the Twin Cities. The county seat is the “Halloween Capital of the World”.

Becker County lies in the heart of Minnesota’s lakes country. It’s about 45 minutes east of Fargo-Moorhead in the western part of the state.

Beltrami County is up in northern Minnesota. Like a lot of Minnesota, it’s where forests and lakes dominate the landscape.

Central Minnesota is home to Benton County, a place where the Mississippi River winds its way through the western border.

Big Stone County sits on the western edge of Minnesota, right along the South Dakota border. It’s a place where the prairie meets the sky.

Blue Earth County sits in southern Minnesota, about an hour and a half drive south of the Twin Cities. It’s named after the Blue Earth River.

In the heart of southern Minnesota lies Brown County. The county seat is New Ulm, which boasts a rich German heritage.

Carlton County sits in the northeastern part of Minnesota, not far from Lake Superior. It’s where outdoor and adventure are always close.

Carver County sits just southwest of the Twin Cities near Lake Minnetonka. It’s a place with a small-town vibe but suburban convenience.

Cass County is up in northern Minnesota. It’s a place where the lakes outnumber the people, and that’s no joke.

Chippewa County sits in western Minnesota, bordering the Minnesota River. Montevideo is the county seat and is where most folks live.

Just north of the Twin Cities, you’ll find Chisago County. It’s a place where lakes and forests come together. Fishing is huge here.

Clay County sits in the northwest corner of Minnesota, right along the North Dakota border. It’s home to Moorhead, the largest city here.

Clearwater County is in northwestern Minnesota. Its name comes from the crystal-clear waters that flow through its rivers and lakes.