Birchdale, Minnesota facts for kids
Quick facts for kids
Birchdale
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 Birchdale, Minnesota
Location in Minnesota
Birchdale, Minnesota
Location in the United States
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| Country | United States |
| State | Minnesota |
| County | Koochiching |
| Elevation | 1,165 ft (355 m) |
| Time zone | UTC-6 (Central (CST)) |
| • Summer (DST) | UTC-5 (CDT) |
| ZIP code |
56623 or 56629
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| Area code(s) | 218 |
| GNIS feature ID | 640183 |
Birchdale is a small place in Koochiching County, Minnesota, United States. It's called an unincorporated community. This means it's a group of homes and businesses that don't have their own local government, like a city or town. Instead, the county government takes care of things for them.
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About Birchdale
Birchdale is located in the northern part of Minnesota. It sits between two larger towns: International Falls and Baudette. You can find it along State Highway 11.
Where is Birchdale?
Birchdale is about 42 miles west of International Falls. It is also about 26 miles east of Baudette. This community is part of a larger area called Northwest Koochiching Unorganized Territory.
Nearby Attractions
There are some cool places close to Birchdale.
- Franz Jevne State Park is a beautiful park nearby. It's a great spot for outdoor activities.
- The Rainy River is also in the area. This river forms part of the border between the United States and Canada.
Fun Events in Birchdale
People in Birchdale enjoy a few special events each year.
- They have an annual parade to celebrate the 4th of July.
- There's also a Holiday Lights parade during the winter season. These events bring the community together.
Television in Birchdale
Even though Birchdale is a small community, residents can still watch television. The local TV channels are managed by Koochiching County. This helps make sure people in the area have access to news and entertainment.
