Detroit Lakes, Railroad city in Becker County, Minnesota, United States.
Detroit Lakes spans across 17 square miles, with 5 square miles of water bodies including lakes that support fishing and recreational activities throughout the year.
The Northern Pacific Railroad reached Tyler Town in 1871, establishing a settlement that grew into Detroit Lakes with the first grain warehouse west of Duluth.
The Historic Holmes Theatre presents touring performances and local shows, maintaining its position as a central entertainment venue in the Minnesota lakes region.
The city population increases from 9,869 to approximately 13,000 during summer months when seasonal residents and tourists arrive for water activities.
The name originates from the French word 'détroit', referring to the narrow sandbar that separates Little Detroit Lake from Big Detroit Lake.
Location: Becker County
Inception: 1871
Elevation above the sea: 417 m
Website: http://ci.detroit-lakes.mn.us
GPS coordinates: 46.81722,-95.84528
Latest update: May 27, 2025 06:54
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