Chisago County

Chisago County is an administrative division in east-central Minnesota with over 100 lakes, including Green Lake and North and South Center Lakes. Forests, farmland, and numerous parks create a landscape that surrounds the Minneapolis-Saint Paul metropolitan region.

The county was established in 1851, taking its name from Ojibwe words related to Chisago Lake. Center City became the administrative center, and the region developed through agricultural settlement.

Swedish settlers from the 1800s shaped the area's character, and their influence remains visible in local place names and community traditions. This heritage continues to define how people here connect with the land and each other.

Interstate 35 and U.S. Routes 8 and 61 are the main roads connecting different parts of the county and linking it to Minneapolis and Saint Paul. These highways make it easy to navigate and explore the area at your own pace.

The area is known for its quieter bodies of water that draw people seeking peaceful outdoor activities and wildlife observation. These less-visited lakes offer a different experience compared to more popular destinations nearby.

Location: Minnesota

Inception: September 1, 1851

Capital city: Center City

Elevation above the sea: 260 m

Shares border with: Pine County, Anoka County, Polk County, Washington County, Burnett County, Kanabec County, Isanti County

Website: https://chisagocountymn.gov

GPS coordinates: 45.50247,-92.90834

Latest update: December 7, 2025 19:23