Kanabec County, Administrative division in East Central Minnesota, United States.
The county encompasses 534 square miles of land featuring rolling hills, agricultural fields, and numerous lakes including Fish Lake and Knife Lake.
Established on October 12, 1858, the territory was initially part of Pine County until gaining independent organization status in 1882 with Mora as capital.
The name originates from the Ojibwe word 'ginebig' meaning snake, reflecting the Native American heritage connected to the Snake River crossing the territory.
The county administration provides various services through departments including public health, family services, public works, and veterans assistance from its seat in Mora.
The county contains sections of the Rum River State Forest and maintains multiple State Wildlife Management Areas for environmental conservation purposes.
Location: Minnesota
Inception: October 12, 1858
Capital city: Mora
Shares border with: Aitkin County, Isanti County, Pine County, Chisago County, Mille Lacs County
Website: http://kanabeccounty.org
GPS coordinates: 45.95000,-93.30000
Latest update: March 4, 2025 12:16
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