Lura Lake facts for kids
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 Lura Lake
Location in Minnesota
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| Location | Blue Earth County, Minnesota |
| Coordinates | 43°52′N 94°1.5′W / 43.867°N 94.0250°W |
| Type | lake |
Lura Lake is a beautiful lake located in the state of Minnesota, United States. It stretches across two different areas: Blue Earth County, Minnesota and Faribault County, Minnesota.
Where is Lura Lake?
Lura Lake is found in the southern part of Minnesota. It is shared between Blue Earth County and Faribault County. This means the lake's waters touch both county lines.
How Lura Lake Got Its Name
Have you ever wondered how places get their names? For Lura Lake, there's an interesting story! Long ago, when government surveyors were mapping the land, they found something special. They discovered the name "Lura" carved into a tree right near the lake. Because of this carving, they decided to name the lake "Lura Lake." This tradition tells us a bit about the history of the area.
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