Skibo, Minnesota facts for kids
Quick facts for kids
Skibo
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 Skibo, Minnesota
Location in Minnesota
Skibo, Minnesota
Location in the United States
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| Country | United States |
| State | Minnesota |
| County | Saint Louis |
| Township | Bassett Township |
| Elevation | 1,585 ft (483 m) |
| Population | |
| • Total | 10 |
| Time zone | UTC-6 (Central (CST)) |
| • Summer (DST) | UTC-5 (CDT) |
| ZIP codes |
55750
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| Area code(s) | 218 |
| GNIS feature ID | 662465 |
Skibo is a small, unincorporated community located in Bassett Township, within Saint Louis County, Minnesota, United States. An unincorporated community means it's a group of homes or buildings that doesn't have its own local government like a city or town. Instead, it's part of a larger county or township.
Exploring Skibo's Location
Skibo is found about eight miles east of a place called Hoyt Lakes. It's close to Saint Louis County Road 110. This community is nestled inside the huge Superior National Forest. You can also find the Bird Lake Recreation Area and the Saint Louis River nearby. These natural spots make the area beautiful and great for outdoor activities.
A Glimpse into Skibo's Past
Skibo got its name from a famous place in Scotland called Skibo Castle. For a short time, between 1902 and 1919, Skibo even had its own post office. This means people living there could send and receive mail right in their community. As of 2019, the people of Skibo live without regular power lines. This means they use special ways to get electricity, like solar panels or generators. They are very good at being self-reliant!
