Ray, Minnesota facts for kids
Quick facts for kids
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 Ray, Minnesota
Location in Minnesota
Ray, Minnesota
Location in the United States
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| Country | United States |
| State | Minnesota |
| County | Koochiching |
| Elevation | 1,158 ft (353 m) |
| Time zone | UTC-6 (Central (CST)) |
| • Summer (DST) | UTC-5 (CDT) |
| ZIP code |
56669
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| Area code(s) | 218 |
| GNIS feature ID | 657994 |
Ray is a small, quiet place in Koochiching County, Minnesota, United States. It's called an unincorporated community, which means it's a neighborhood or area that doesn't have its own local government like a city or town. Instead, it's part of the larger county.
You can find Ray southeast of a town called International Falls. It's located right where two main roads meet: U.S. Highway 53 and State Highway 217. The Rat Root River also flows through this area, adding to its natural beauty.
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Where is Ray Located?
Ray is situated on the border between two unorganized territories: East Koochiching and Rainy Lake. These are areas that don't have their own local government, similar to Ray itself.
Nearby Towns and Counties
Several other places are close to Ray. These include the towns of International Falls, Littlefork, and Kabetogama. The border between Koochiching County and Saint Louis County is also nearby.
Ray is about 18 miles southeast of International Falls. It's also 16 miles east of Littlefork and nine miles west of Kabetogama. If you travel further, it's about 54 miles northwest of Cook.
The Story of Ray: A Look at Its Past
The community of Ray got its name from a person! It was named after Edwin Ray Lewis, who was a surveyor and a lumberman. He helped map out and work with the forests in the area.
When Was the Post Office Open?
Ray had its own post office for many years. It first opened in 1907. This post office served the community for a long time, helping people send and receive mail. It finally closed its doors in 1994.
