Pelland, Minnesota facts for kids
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Pelland
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 Pelland, Minnesota
Location in Minnesota
Pelland, Minnesota
Location in the United States
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| Country | United States |
| State | Minnesota |
| County | Koochiching |
| Elevation | 1,115 ft (340 m) |
| Time zone | UTC-6 (Central (CST)) |
| • Summer (DST) | UTC-5 (CDT) |
| ZIP code |
56649
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| Area code(s) | 218 |
| GNIS feature ID | 649252 |
Pelland is a small community in Koochiching County, Minnesota. It's not a city or town with its own local government. This community sits right next to the Rainy River.
You can find Pelland southwest of International Falls. It's where two main roads meet: U.S. Highway 71 and State Highway 11. Pelland is part of a larger area called the Rainy Lake Unorganized Territory. This means it's a rural area without a formal local government.
Nearby towns include International Falls, Littlefork, and Loman. Pelland is about 11 miles southwest of International Falls. It's also 8 miles north of Littlefork. People sometimes call Pelland "Pelland Junction" or "the Y." This is because of where the highways meet. The Rainy River, Big Fork River, and Little Fork River are all close by.
Life in Pelland
Pelland is a quiet community with a few local spots. It has a public area where people can access the water for fishing. You can also find a convenience store, a greenhouse, and a bar here.
Pelland's Past
A post office was opened in Pelland in 1902. It served the community until 1918. The community was named after Joseph Pelland. He was the very first postmaster for the area. Joseph Pelland was born in Quebec, Canada, in 1853. He passed away in Washington state in 1918.
