Fillmore County

Fillmore County is an administrative county in southeastern Minnesota with rolling hills, farmland, and the Root River flowing through it from west to east. The region extends across several thousand acres with waterways that define the landscape and support both agriculture and natural habitats.

The county was established in 1853 and grew rapidly through Norwegian immigration, becoming Minnesota's most populous county by the 1860s. This period shaped the development of trading and transportation hubs throughout the area.

Norwegian settlers shaped the character of communities throughout the region, and their heritage remains visible in local traditions and the way people live together today.

The region is connected by highways and state routes that provide multiple ways to explore the area and reach different towns. Visitors can access parks and natural areas through a network of roads suitable for driving.

Beneath the rolling hills lie underground limestone passages and caves that visitors can explore, with areas dedicated to scientific research and study. This hidden geology sets the region apart from the surrounding landscape.

Location: Minnesota

Inception: March 5, 1853

Capital city: Preston

Shares border with: Winona County, Howard County, Olmsted County, Winneshiek County, Mower County, Houston County

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

GPS coordinates: 43.68000,-92.09000

Latest update: December 7, 2025 20:20