Cloquet Minnesota Map
Cloquet, Minnesota — interactive Google street map, satellite and terrain views, Street View, live National Weather Service conditions and 7-day forecasts, real-time local and world news, and an editorial description of Cloquet, Carlton County.
Interactive Map of Cloquet, Minnesota
| City | Cloquet |
| State | Minnesota (MN) |
| County | Carlton |
| Country | United States of America |
| Timezone | Central Time (America/Chicago) |
| Latitude | 46.72161 |
| Longitude | -92.459357 |
| Population | 12,537 |
| Density | 137.9 /km² |
| Incorporated | N/A |
About Cloquet, Minnesota
Cloquet is a locality in Carlton County, Minnesota, United States. It has a population of 12,537. The population density is 137.9 people per km². Cloquet is located at 46.7216°N, 92.4594°W. It observes the Central Time (America/Chicago) timezone. ZIP code: 55720.
Cloquet rests amidst the rolling terrain of Carlton County, a landscape shaped by the persistent whisper of boreal winds and the deep, dark veins of the St. Louis River. It lies 16.8 miles west of Superior, WI (from Superior, WI: bearing 270°T), and is situated 4.7 miles west-north-west of Esko. Pine trees, their needles a vibrant, insistent green against the often-grey sky, dominate the horizon, their scent a constant companion that mingles with the crisp, cool air. The land here is a study in subtle contrasts: the soft, yielding moss underfoot in the shaded woods, the rough, sun-warmed bark of ancient trees, and the broad, shimmering sweep of the river as it meanders through the heart of the region. The very light seems to possess a unique quality, particularly as dusk settles, painting the western sky in hues of bruised plum and fading rose, a quiet benediction upon the day. The history of Cloquet is inextricably linked to the mighty flow of timber that once defined its existence, a legacy still palpable in the sturdy architecture and the enduring spirit of its people. The great logging era left an indelible mark, fostering a robust economy built on the bounty of the surrounding forests, and though the industry has evolved, the echoes of those industrious years resonate in the town's character. Today, a diversified economy thrives, with manufacturing and healthcare playing significant roles, yet the connection to the land remains profound. The presence of the Fond du Lac Band of Lake Superior Chippewa adds a rich cultural dimension, their traditions and history interwoven with the very fabric of this northern Minnesota place, a quiet strength that endures.
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About This Cloquet Map Page
This page provides an interactive Google map of Cloquet, 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 Cloquet and Carlton County. Coordinates and population data are also included.
Location data for Cloquet is drawn from the USGS Geographic Names Information System (GNIS) and cross-verified against 2020 US Census records by coordinate proximity, not name matching alone — ensuring the correct Cloquet is identified even where the name is shared across multiple counties or states.
| Page generated | June 2026 |
| Location data | SimpleMaps US Cities Database; coordinates matched to USGS GNIS definitive data |
| Wikipedia validation | Article content matched to USGS GNIS coordinates via Wikipedia geosearch API. Location verified by proximity — not name matching alone. |
