Pine Springs Minnesota Map

About Pine Springs, Minnesota

Pine Springs is a locality in Washington County, Minnesota, United States. It is a small community with a population of 395. The population density is 206.5 people per km². Pine Springs is located at 45.0358°N, 92.9544°W. It observes the Central Time (America/Chicago) timezone. ZIP code: 55128.

Pine Springs unfurls across a landscape of rolling hills, their slopes softened by the persistent breath of wind and the steady, green presence of deciduous trees. It lies 5.1 miles north of Oakdale, MN (from Oakdale, MN: bearing 6°T), and is situated 8.7 miles north-east of St. Paul. The earth itself here possesses a rich, dark quality, especially after a rain, a loam that speaks of seasons spent in patient growth and quiet decay. Patches of sunlight, when they break through the canopy, do so with a particular, almost hesitant warmth, illuminating the dappled undergrowth where ferns unfurl their delicate fronds and the occasional wild violet stubbornly claims its space. The air carries the scent of damp soil and pine needles, a clean, invigorating perfume that seems to deepen as the day wanes and the shadows lengthen, drawing out the subtle, earthy fragrances of the land. The story of Pine Springs is one of quiet endurance, a history etched not in grand monuments but in the persistent, practical spirit of its people. Early settlers, drawn by the fertile land and the promise of a life wrested from the soil, established small farms and a modest lumber trade, the rhythmic thud of axes once a familiar sound in the surrounding woodlands. While the timber industry has since faded, a connection to the land remains, evident in the meticulously tended gardens and the small, family-run farms that still dot the countryside, their fields yielding a bounty of corn, soybeans, and the occasional patch of specialty produce. The local economy, though small, is anchored by a resilient network of small businesses and a dedication to community events, where neighbours gather for potlucks and the annual summer fair, a tradition that has become a cornerstone of Pine Springs' identity, a gentle reminder of shared roots and enduring fellowship.

About This Pine Springs Map Page

This page provides an embedded street and satellite map of Pine Springs, Minnesota — switch between views using the small square in the bottom left-hand corner of the map. Coordinates: 45.035799, -92.954381. 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 Pine Springs and Washington County.

Detailed location data for Pine Springs includes the ZIP code (55115), telephone area code (612, 952), county seat of Washington County (Stillwater), and school district assignment (Mahtomedi 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 Pine Springs is identified even where the name is shared across multiple counties or states. Population figures are sourced from the 2020 US Census.