Wright County

Wright County is an administrative division in central Minnesota located between Minneapolis and Saint Cloud, encompassing lakes, forests, and farmland. The area contains several small towns and communities scattered throughout a predominantly rural landscape.

Wright County was established on February 20, 1855 by the Minnesota Territorial Legislature with Buffalo designated as the county seat. This decision formally created the region as an administrative entity for territorial governance.

The Wright County Historical Society maintains archives, photographs, and documents that detail the development of local communities since the 1850s.

Buffalo houses the county administration building where residents access services including property assessment, permits, and public records. This location serves as the central hub for administrative matters affecting the entire region.

The Bertram Chain of Lakes contains connected water bodies spanning roughly 1.200 acres with hiking trails and recreation facilities. This network of lakes enables year-round outdoor activities within a natural setting.

Location: Minnesota

Inception: February 20, 1855

Capital city: Buffalo

Shares border with: Sherburne County, Carver County, McLeod County, Hennepin County, Meeker County, Stearns County

Website: http://co.wright.mn.us

GPS coordinates: 45.18000,-93.97000

Latest update: December 7, 2025 10:02