Red Lake County

Red Lake County is an administrative division in northwest Minnesota bordering Wisconsin. The region features river systems and agricultural land, with Red Lake Falls serving as its main focal point.

The area served as a fur trading post starting in 1796, establishing early European presence in Minnesota. French-American settlers arrived in the 1870s and transformed the region's development and settlement patterns.

The river names and community origins reflect French-American settlement patterns visible throughout the region. Local residents continue to engage with these heritage connections through regional traditions and place names.

The county is accessible by regional highways and located in rural terrain with river access. Visitors can navigate through Red Lake Falls, where main administrative services and local facilities are concentrated.

Two major railway lines intersected in the region during the late 1800s, bringing rapid growth to the otherwise rural area. These rail connections shaped economic activity and allowed goods to move far beyond local markets.

Location: Minnesota

Inception: December 24, 1896

Capital city: Red Lake Falls

Shares border with: Pennington County, Polk County

Website: https://co.red-lake.mn.us

GPS coordinates: 47.88000,-96.10000

Latest update: December 7, 2025 19:32