Wright County Map, Minnesota
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Wright County, Minnesota
Wright County is just northwest of the Twin Cities. It’s where the suburbs start to give way to farmland and lakes. This place has been growing like crazy because folks are looking for country life within commuting distance of the big city.
Buffalo is the county seat and has a nice downtown that’s worth a stroll. Wright County’s got some history too. It was named after Silas Wright, a New York governor who never even set foot in Minnesota. Go figure.
People love the outdoors here, with places like Lake Maria State Park for great hiking and camping. Lots of lakes. If you’re into fishing, Clearwater Lake is the spot to cast a line.
| Category | Details |
|---|---|
| County Name | Wright County |
| County Seat | Buffalo |
| Population | Approximately 150,000 |
| Cities, Towns, and Communities | Buffalo, Monticello, St. Michael, Delano, Howard Lake, Annandale, Maple Lake, Rockford, Waverly |
| Interstates and Highways | I-94, US 12, MN 25, MN 55, MN 241 |
| FIPS Code | 27-171 |
| Total Area (Land and Water) | 716 square miles (Land: 661 sq mi, Water: 55 sq mi) |
| Adjacent Counties (and Direction) | Sherburne County (Northeast), Hennepin County (East), Carver County (Southeast), McLeod County (Southwest), Meeker County (West), Stearns County (Northwest), Anoka County (Northeast) |
| Time Zone | Central Time Zone (CT) |
| State | Minnesota |
| Coordinates | 45.1535° N, 94.0196° W |
| Etymology | Named after Silas Wright, a former governor of New York and a U.S. Senator |
| Major Landmarks | Lake Maria State Park, Buffalo Lake, Wright County Historical Society, Monticello Nuclear Generating Plant |
| Website | Wright County Website |
PHYSICAL MAP
Wright County Topographic Map
Wright County is mostly flat to gently rolling. The Crow River runs through it, making some low valleys. You’ll see more lakes in the northern and central parts. Try out our new zoom tool below to explore around the county.
TRANSPORTATION MAP
Wright County Road Map
Interstate 94 cuts through the northeast making it easy to get to St. Cloud or Minneapolis. U.S. Highway 12 crosses the southern side, while Minnesota Highways 55 and 25 help link the smaller towns like Monticello.
SATELLITE IMAGERY
Wright County Satellite Map
Our satellite map shows Wright County’s farms, lakes, and towns. Buffalo, Monticello, and Delano stand out with more urban development. The lakes look scattered dark blue across the fields.
OUTLINE MAP
Wright County Blank Map
Wright County’s shape is squarish in the south, but a little uneven in the north. It borders Sherburne to the north and Hennepin to the east. Lots of the borders are straight, but rivers bend a few edges like the Mississippi River in the north.
Neighboring Counties
Here are the 7 neighboring counties of Wright County:
Minnesota County Map
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