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Prior Lake Minnesota Map

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Interactive Map of Prior Lake, Minnesota

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

Latitude	44.725594
Longitude	-93.440877
Population	27,617
Density	653.8 /km²
Incorporated	Yes
ZIP Code	55372
Area Code	612, 952
County Seat	Shakopee
School District	Prior Lake-Savage Area Schools

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About Prior Lake, Minnesota

Prior Lake is a locality in Scott County, Minnesota, United States. It has a population of 27,617. The population density is 653.8 people per km². Prior Lake is located at 44.7256°N, 93.4409°W. It observes the Central Time (America/Chicago) timezone. Prior Lake is an incorporated locality. ZIP code: 55372.

Prior Lake emerges from the flat, expansive horizon of the upper Midwest as a place defined by the quiet interplay of earth and water. It lies 6.2 miles southwest of Savage, MN (from Savage, MN: bearing 223°T), and is situated 9.9 miles west-northwest of Lakeville. The landscape surrounding Prior Lake is marked by the presence of Lower Prior Lake, which offers a stillness that defines the local atmosphere. Not far away, the Credit River carves a path through the terrain, providing a natural rhythm to the land. Travelers looking toward the distance might glimpse the silhouette of Buck Hill rising seven miles off, a subtle interruption in the otherwise level plains. Timbercrest Park serves as a focal point for the residents, preserving a pocket of greenery where the air feels crisp and clear under the long, shifting light of the Minnesota afternoons.

Agriculture and trade once formed the bedrock of Prior Lake, drawing settlers to the fertile soil and abundant resources of the region. The local economy has since evolved into a diverse landscape of commerce, blending the productivity of small business with a steady commitment to regional growth. Industrial development remains careful and deliberate, respecting the transition from the old prairie roots to a modern, interconnected workforce. The history of the area is written in the steady persistence of its people, who have navigated the long, deep winters with a quiet resilience. Prior Lake maintains a balance between this industrial ambition and the preservation of its original, open character.

Cultural life in Prior Lake thrives on a sense of community that values both its heritage and its future. The town is marked by local traditions that bring neighbors together, fostering a spirit of connection that persists even through the most biting cold. While Prior Lake is a place of modest scale, it has been the home of figures such as the musician Prince, who spent time in the region, grounding the area in a legacy of creative influence. Landmarks remain focused on the natural beauty of the local parks and the shared spaces where residents gather to mark the seasons. Everyday life moves at a deliberate pace, colored by the specific, golden quality of light that hits the trees as the evening sun descends.

Nearby Outdoor Places

Prior Lake State Aquatic Management Area (Scott) (State Conservation Area) — 0.3 mi, 211° SW
Jeffers Pond Park (Local Park) — 0.5 mi, 349° N
Open Space (Local Conservation Area) — 0.9 mi, 141° SE
Spring Lake Regional Park (Local Park) — 1.2 mi, 239° SW
Marcus Southbridge Crossing Cinema (Theatre) — 3.9 mi, 023° NE
Minnesota Valley National Wildlife Refuge (National Wildlife Refuge) — 4.9 mi, 359° N · 24k acres
Breakers Pipeline (Attraction) — 5.2 mi, 351° N
Breakers Plunge (Attraction) — 5.2 mi, 351° N
Ripple Rapids (Attraction) — 5.2 mi, 349° N
Raging Rapids (Attraction) — 5.2 mi, 349° N
Off-Leash Dog (State Park) — 5.6 mi, 051° NE
Cobra Helicopter (Monument) — 6.0 mi, 332° NW
Re-Claim Studios (Arts Centre) — 6.3 mi, 323° NW
Samuel Pond statue (Public Artwork) — 6.5 mi, 321° NW
Brewery (Historic Ruins) — 7.2 mi, 308° NW
Wings of the North Air Museum (Museum) — 7.5 mi, 351° N
Ehmiller Place (Historic Ruins) — 7.7 mi, 274° W
1st Brigade Memorial (Monument) — 9.1 mi, 040° NE
Veterans Star (Monument) — 9.2 mi, 299° NW
Old Mill Site (Viewpoint) — 9.3 mi, 048° NE
Schneider Theater (Theatre) — 9.7 mi, 044° NE
Art Resources Gallery (Gallery) — 11.7 mi, 028° NE
Chanhassen Nature Preserve (Nature Reserve) — 11.8 mi, 322° NW
Gopher State Railway Museum (Museum) — 12.1 mi, 215° SW
Fort Snelling State Park (State Park) — 12.5 mi, 056° NE
Mississippi National River and Recreation Area (Wild & Scenic River) — 16.9 mi, 045° NE · 64 acres

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