Stearns County Map, Minnesota
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Stearns County, Minnesota
Stearns County is in central Minnesota and it’s one of the larger counties in the state. St. Cloud is the county seat, which is a hub on the Mississippi River. Farms and lakes dominate the landscape.
The area’s German Catholic heritage runs deep, evident in the stunning churches that punctuate small towns across the county. Granite quarries once fueled the local economy, earning St. Cloud the nickname “Granite City”.
Nature lovers hit the Glacial Lakes State Trail for biking and hiking. Winters are tough here. But Stearns County folks are tougher. They’ve got a knack for making the most of every season, whether it’s ice fishing in January or grilling at the lake in July.
| Category | Details |
|---|---|
| County Name | Stearns County |
| County Seat | St. Cloud |
| Population | Approximately 166,000 |
| Cities, Towns, and Communities | St. Cloud, Sartell, Waite Park, Sauk Centre, Melrose, Albany, St. Joseph, Cold Spring, Richmond |
| Interstates and Highways | I-94, US 10, MN 15, MN 23, MN 55 |
| FIPS Code | 27-145 |
| Total Area (Land and Water) | 1,390 square miles (Land: 1,343 sq mi, Water: 47 sq mi) |
| Adjacent Counties (and Direction) | Todd County (North), Morrison County (Northeast), Benton County (Northeast), Sherburne County (East), Wright County (Southeast), Meeker County (South), Kandiyohi County (Southwest), Pope County (West), Douglas County (Northwest) |
| Time Zone | Central Time Zone (CT) |
| State | Minnesota |
| Coordinates | 45.5848° N, 94.5760° W |
| Etymology | Named after Charles Thomas Stearns, a local politician and state legislator |
| Major Landmarks | Munsinger Gardens, Stearns History Museum, Lake Maria State Park, Collegeville Orchards |
| Website | Stearns County Website |
PHYSICAL MAP
Stearns County Topographic Map
Stearns County has a lot of low, rolling hills, but nothing too steep. You’ll also see small patches of higher ground, especially in the west. It’s a typical mix of farm fields, rivers, and lakes you find in central Minnesota. Familiarize yourself more with Stearns County using our zoom tool below.
TRANSPORTATION MAP
Stearns County Road Map
Interstate 94 is the biggest road through Stearns County, running southeast to northwest. It connects St. Cloud to other towns fast. U.S. Smaller county roads fill in the gaps, reaching smaller towns and rural areas. St. Cloud is the traffic center where most major roads meet.
SATELLITE IMAGERY
Stearns County Satellite Map
From above, Stearns looks like a mix of farms, lakes, and towns. You’ll see big open fields broken up by lakes everywhere. St. Cloud is easy to pick out because of its dense streets and larger neighborhoods. Outside the city, most of the land is open and green.
OUTLINE MAP
Stearns County Blank Map
The outline of Stearns County is a little stretched out east to west. The Mississippi River forms its eastern border. The county sits right in the middle of Minnesota, making it an easy place to reach from either Minneapolis or the western prairies.
Neighboring Counties
Here are the 9 neighboring counties of Stearns County:
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