Camp Lacupolis, Minnesota facts for kids
Quick facts for kids
Camp Lacupolis
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 Camp Lacupolis, Minnesota
Location in Minnesota
Camp Lacupolis, Minnesota
Location in the United States
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| Country | United States |
| State | Minnesota |
| County | Wabasha County |
| Township | Pepin Township |
| Elevation | 709 ft (216 m) |
| Time zone | UTC-6 (Central (CST)) |
| • Summer (DST) | UTC-5 (CDT) |
| ZIP code |
55041
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| Area code(s) | 651 |
| GNIS feature ID | 640813 |
Camp Lacupolis is a small, special place in Minnesota. It's an unincorporated community, which means it's not a city or town with its own local government. Instead, it's part of a larger area called Pepin Township.
This community sits right next to the mighty Mississippi River and a beautiful, wide part of it known as Lake Pepin.
Exploring Camp Lacupolis
Camp Lacupolis is found in Wabasha County, Minnesota. It's located along a major road, U.S. Highway 61. You can find it near 223rd Avenue, between the towns of Lake City and Wabasha.
Nearby Places
If you're exploring the area around Camp Lacupolis, you'll find a few other interesting spots nearby. These include:
A Bit of History
Camp Lacupolis has a cool history as a fishing community. Because it's right on the Mississippi River and Lake Pepin, fishing has always been a big part of life here. Over time, it also became known for its resorts. People would come to stay and enjoy the beautiful lake and river.
The name "Camp Lacupolis" itself has a special meaning. It comes from Greek words and means "Camp Lake City." This name perfectly describes its location and its connection to the nearby Lake City.
