Bayport Minnesota Map

About Bayport, Minnesota

Bayport is a locality in Washington County, Minnesota, United States. It has a population of approximately 3,905. The population density is 879.6 people per km². Bayport is located at 45.0214°N, 92.7810°W. It observes the Central Time (America/Chicago) timezone. ZIP code: 55003.

Bayport, a place where the St. Croix River begins its southward journey toward the Mississippi, unfolds with a quiet dignity. It lies 9.8 miles east-north-east of Oakdale, MN (from Oakdale, MN: bearing 66°T), and is situated 2.7 miles south-south-east of Stillwater. Here, the land gently slopes towards the water, its contours shaped by ancient glacial forces, creating a landscape of rolling hills that cradle pockets of dense woodland. The air, especially in the early morning, carries the crisp, clean scent of pine and damp earth, a refreshing balm after the often stark Minnesota winters. Along the riverbanks, mature oak and maple trees stand sentinel, their branches reaching towards the sky, offering a verdant canopy that filters the sunlight into shifting patterns on the ground. The character of Bayport is one of unpretentious resilience, a community that has weathered the seasons and the tides of change with a steady, grounded spirit. The history of Bayport is inextricably linked to the St. Croix River, a vital artery for commerce and settlement in the 19th century. Logging was once the lifeblood of this region, with timber rafts, felled from the northern forests, making their way downstream to mills and markets. Evidence of this industrious past can still be glimpsed in the weathered structures and the way the town seems to hug the water's edge, as if always mindful of its origins. Today, while the logging industry has long since receded, a sense of industriousness persists, albeit in different forms. The local economy is a mosaic of small businesses, manufacturing enterprises, and the quiet hum of residents engaged in their daily routines. The annual Bayport Summer Fest, a tradition that brings together residents and visitors alike, offers a glimpse into the enduring community spirit, a time when the town truly comes alive with music, food, and a shared sense of belonging.

About This Bayport Map Page

This page provides an interactive Google map of Bayport, Minnesota with street, satellite and terrain views and integrated Street View imagery. Live weather conditions are sourced directly from the National Weather Service, with current observations and a 7-day forecast also powered by Open-Meteo. Real-time local news and world news feeds keep the page current, while a Wikipedia summary or an editorially written description provides background on Bayport and Washington County.

Detailed location data for Bayport includes the ZIP code (55003), telephone area code (612, 952), county seat of Washington County (Stillwater), and school district assignment (Stillwater Area Public School District). These are among the most commonly searched location details for any US city or town.

Location data is drawn from the USGS Geographic Names Information System (GNIS) and cross-verified against 2020 US Census records by coordinate proximity — ensuring the correct Bayport is identified even where the name is shared across multiple counties or states. Population figures are sourced from the 2020 US Census.