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City	Lake Elmo
State	Minnesota (MN)
County	Washington County
Country	United States of America
Timezone	Central Time (America/Chicago)

Latitude	44.987847
Longitude	-92.909654
Population	11,335
Density	198.0 /km²
Incorporated	Yes
ZIP Code	55042
Area Code	612, 952
County Seat	Stillwater
School District	Stillwater Area Public School District

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About Lake Elmo, Minnesota

Lake Elmo is a locality in Washington County, Minnesota, United States. It has a population of 11,335. The population density is 198.0 people per km². Lake Elmo is located at 44.9878°N, 92.9097°W. It observes the Central Time (America/Chicago) timezone. Lake Elmo is an incorporated locality. ZIP code: 55042.

Lake Elmo defines the horizon with a quiet stillness that settles over the prairie and the quiet surface of the namesake water. It lies 4.8 miles east-northeast of Oakdale, MN (from Oakdale, MN: bearing 62°T), and is situated 6.3 miles northeast of Woodbury. The landscape surrounding Lake Elmo remains defined by a gentle, expansive topography where the light of a long afternoon stretches thin across grassy plains and fertile soil. Three miles away, the Valley Branch moves with a slow, deliberate pace through the lowlands, carving a path that sustains the local flora. Five miles to the west, the silhouettes of Bissels Mounds rise against the sky, offering a subtle break in the otherwise level expanse of the region. The air here holds the crisp, clean scent of earth and turning leaves, a reminder that the deep, cold winters of the north are never truly far from the cycle of the seasons.

Settlement in Lake Elmo grew from the steady labor of those who recognized the value of the rich, dark soil and the abundance of the surrounding woods. Agriculture anchored the early economy, though the modern rhythm of the place now balances these agrarian roots with the demands of a changing professional landscape. Small businesses and local enterprises provide the backbone of the economy, ensuring that the livelihood of the residents remains tethered to the land rather than the volatility of distant markets. The history of the region is etched into the architecture of the older farmsteads and the way the roads follow the natural contours of the fields. Even as the pace of life quickens, the spirit of the original settlers persists in the careful stewardship of the ground and the quiet pragmatism of the local trade.

Lake Elmo fosters a cultural character built on the sturdy traditions of the upper Midwest, where neighbors value both their privacy and their willingness to assist one another. Reid Park serves as a central gathering point for the public, providing a space where the community can observe the changing colors of the trees as they transition from the bright greens of summer to the muted golds of autumn. While the area avoids the clamor of large urban centers, it maintains a steady, deliberate pulse that feels entirely its own. Notable individuals, such as the accomplished professional hockey player Zach Parise, have called this region home, carrying the quiet work ethic fostered here into their wider pursuits. Events held throughout the year draw the people together in an unforced manner, celebrating the simple continuity of life in a place where the horizon remains wide and open.

Nearby Outdoor Places

Lake Elmo (Local Park) — locality lies within
Sunfish Lake Park (Local Park) — 0.7 mi, 026° NE
Unknown Park (Local Conservation Area) — 2.9 mi, 197° S
Oakdale Veteran's Memorial (Monument) — 2.9 mi, 247° SW
Open Space (Local Conservation Area) — 3.7 mi, 167° S
Snake Discovery: A Reptile Experience (Zoo / Wildlife Park) — 4.0 mi, 248° W
Bayport State Wildlife Management Area (State Conservation Area) — 4.9 mi, 061° NE
Woodbury Veterans Memorial (Monument) — 4.9 mi, 195° S
Woodbury Public Safety Memorial (Monument) — 4.9 mi, 195° S
Washington County Historical Society Museum (Museum) — 5.6 mi, 051° NE
Roaming Stone (Public Artwork) — 6.4 mi, 114° SE
Stillwater Overlook (Viewpoint) — 6.6 mi, 057° NE
Stillwater Art Guild Gallery (Gallery) — 7.0 mi, 045° NE
The Phipps Theater (Theatre) — 7.4 mi, 096° E
Hudson Art Gallery (Gallery) — 7.5 mi, 096° E
Seasons on St. Croix (Gallery) — 7.5 mi, 097° E
Mound 2 (Historic Ruins) — 7.7 mi, 248° W
Mound 3 (Historic Ruins) — 7.7 mi, 248° W
Lower Saint Croix National Scenic Riverway (Wild & Scenic River) — 8.1 mi, 038° NE · 4,903 acres
White Bear Armory (Attraction) — 8.2 mi, 325° NW
White Bear Lake Historical Society (Museum) — 8.3 mi, 324° NW
Lakeshore Players Theater (Theatre) — 8.6 mi, 326° NW
Mississippi National River and Recreation Area (Wild & Scenic River) — 8.6 mi, 219° SW · 64 acres
Willow River State Park (State Park) — 8.7 mi, 085° E
White Bear Lake High School Varsity Field (Stadium) — 8.8 mi, 325° NW
Minnesota Museum Of American Art (Museum) — 9.3 mi, 252° W
Afton State Park (State Park) — 9.5 mi, 146° SE
Minnesota Valley National Wildlife Refuge (National Wildlife Refuge) — 13.9 mi, 294° NW · 24k acres

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