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Glendale, Minnesota
Glendale, St is located in Minnesota
Glendale, St
Glendale, St
Location in Minnesota
Glendale, St is located in the United States
Glendale, St
Glendale, St
Location in the United States
Country United States
State Minnesota
County Saint Louis
Township Leiding Township
Elevation
1,299 ft (396 m)
Population
 • Total 10
Time zone UTC-6 (Central (CST))
 • Summer (DST) UTC-5 (CDT)
ZIP code
55771
Area code(s) 218
GNIS feature ID 661363

Glendale is a small, quiet place in Minnesota, United States. It is known as an unincorporated community. This means it's a group of homes or buildings that doesn't have its own local government like a city or town. Instead, it's part of a larger area called Leiding Township.

What is an Unincorporated Community?

An unincorporated community is a place where people live, but it's not officially a city or town. It doesn't have its own mayor or city council. Instead, it's governed by the larger county or township it's in. Glendale is part of Saint Louis County.

How Glendale is Governed

For Glendale, this means that decisions about things like roads or public services are made by the leaders of Leiding Township and Saint Louis County. It's a way for people to live together without needing a separate city government.

Where is Glendale Located?

Glendale is found in the northern part of Minnesota. It's very close to a town called Orr. You can find Glendale right where two important roads meet. These roads are U.S. Highway 53 and Saint Louis County Road 23. County Road 23 is also known as Nett Lake Road.

Getting to Glendale

If you were driving, you would take U.S. Highway 53. Then, you would turn onto County Road 23. This intersection is where the small community of Glendale is located. It's easy to spot on a map.

Nature Around Glendale

Glendale is special because it's located inside a large natural area. This area is called the Kabetogama State Forest. A state forest is a big piece of land protected by the state government. It's often used for outdoor activities and to protect wildlife.

Exploring Kabetogama State Forest

Being in Kabetogama State Forest means Glendale is surrounded by trees and nature. This forest is a great place for outdoor adventures. People might visit for hiking, camping, or just enjoying the quiet wilderness. It's a beautiful natural setting for the community.

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