Central Lakes, Minnesota facts for kids
Quick facts for kids
Central Lakes
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 Central Lakes, Minnesota
Location in Minnesota
Central Lakes, Minnesota
Location in the United States
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| Country | United States |
| State | Minnesota |
| County | Saint Louis |
| Elevation | 1,362 ft (415 m) |
| Time zone | UTC-6 (Central (CST)) |
| • Summer (DST) | UTC-5 (CDT) |
| ZIP code |
55734
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| Area code(s) | 218 |
| GNIS feature ID | 660978 |
Central Lakes is a small, quiet place in Saint Louis County, Minnesota, United States. It's called an unincorporated community. This means it's not an official city or town with its own local government. Instead, it's part of the larger county.
Where is Central Lakes?
Central Lakes is located in the northeastern part of Minnesota. It sits about 17 miles (27 km) south of a city called Virginia. You can find it right where U.S. Highway 53 and Saint Louis County Road 93 meet.
This community is also about 45 miles (72 km) north of the bigger city of Duluth. If you are driving on Highway 53, Central Lakes is located between the towns of Cotton and Eveleth.
Nearby Lakes and Features
As its name suggests, Central Lakes is surrounded by several beautiful lakes. Some of these include Anchor Lake, Augusta Lake, Central Lake, Elliott Lake, and Murphy Lake. These lakes offer a natural setting for the community.
Travelers on Highway 53 can also find the Anchor Lake Rest Area close by. This is a convenient spot for people to stop and take a break during their journey.
