Harstad Slough facts for kids
Quick facts for kids Harstad Slough |
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 Harstad Slough
Location in Minnesota
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| Location | Stevens County, Minnesota |
| Coordinates | 45°41′34″N 95°59′46″W / 45.69278°N 95.99611°W |
| Type | lake |
Harstad Slough is a small lake located in Stevens County, which is in the state of Minnesota in the United States. Even though it's called a "slough," it's actually a lake. Lakes are usually larger bodies of water, while sloughs are often slow-moving channels or swampy areas.
What's in a Name?
Harstad Slough got its name from a person named Lars E. Harstad. He was a pioneer who settled near this lake a long time ago. Pioneers were some of the first people to move into and live in a new area. They helped build communities and farms in places that were once wild.
Where is Harstad Slough?
Harstad Slough is found in Stevens County, Minnesota. This county is in the western part of Minnesota. Minnesota is known for having many lakes, often called the "Land of 10,000 Lakes." Harstad Slough is one of these many natural water bodies.
