Nodine, Minnesota facts for kids
Quick facts for kids
Nodine
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Nodine along County Road 12
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 Nodine, Minnesota
Location in Minnesota
Nodine, Minnesota
Location in the United States
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| Country | United States |
| State | Minnesota |
| County | Winona County |
| Township | New Hartford Township |
| Elevation | 1,276 ft (389 m) |
| Time zone | UTC-6 (Central (CST)) |
| • Summer (DST) | UTC-5 (CDT) |
| ZIP code |
55925
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| Area code(s) | 507 |
| GNIS feature ID | 648566 |
Nodine is a small, unincorporated community in Winona County, Minnesota, United States. This means it's a group of homes and businesses that isn't officially a town or city with its own local government. It's part of a larger area called New Hartford Township.
Nodine is located along a road called Winona County Road 12. It's also found on the Apple Blossom Scenic Drive, which is a pretty route to explore. You can find it about one mile south of Interstate 90, a major highway. Other roads nearby include County Roads 5 and 16.
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Exploring Nodine and Its Surroundings
Nodine is surrounded by some interesting places and natural beauty.
Nearby Towns and Cities
Several other communities are close to Nodine. These include Winona, Dakota, and Dresbach. You can also find Donehower, Ridgeway, Pine Creek, and La Crescent nearby.
Natural Attractions
Nodine is located inside the Richard J. Dorer Memorial Hardwood State Forest. This is a large forest area known for its beautiful hardwood trees. The community is also part of the driftless area of southeast Minnesota. This unique region was missed by glaciers during the last Ice Age, which means it has steep hills and deep river valleys, unlike the flatter land around it. Great River Bluffs State Park is also very close to Nodine, offering great views and outdoor activities.
The Nodine Culvert Man
One fun and unique sight in Nodine is the "Nodine Culvert Man." This is a tall, approximately 30-foot-tall figure made from culverts (large pipes used for drainage). It's a business attraction for the Nodine Culvert Company and stands out in the community.
Education
Nodine is home to St. John’s Lutheran School. This is a Christian school that teaches students from Pre-Kindergarten all the way up to 8th grade. It is part of the Wisconsin Evangelical Lutheran Synod.
Images for kids
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A wide view of Nodine, Minnesota.
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Panorama of the Nodine area.
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A signpost in Nodine.
