Orchard Lake (Minnesota) facts for kids
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 Orchard Lake
Location in Minnesota
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| Location | Dakota County, Minnesota |
| Coordinates | 44°42′3″N 93°18′34″W / 44.70083°N 93.30944°W |
| Type | lake |
Orchard Lake is a beautiful lake located in Lakeville, Dakota County, in the U.S. state of Minnesota. It is a natural body of water, meaning it was formed by nature, not by people.
What's in a Name? The Story of Orchard Lake
Have you ever wondered how Orchard Lake got its name? It's quite simple! Long ago, this area was home to many wild trees. These trees included crab apple and wild plum groves.
How Wild Trees Gave the Lake its Name
These fruit-bearing trees looked like a natural orchard. Because of these many trees, people decided to call the lake "Orchard Lake." It's a great way to remember the natural beauty that once surrounded the area.
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