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Twig, Minnesota is located in Minnesota
Twig, Minnesota
Twig, Minnesota
Location in Minnesota
Twig, Minnesota is located in the United States
Twig, Minnesota
Twig, Minnesota
Location in the United States
Country United States
State Minnesota
County Saint Louis
Township Grand Lake Township
Elevation
1,362 ft (415 m)
Population
 • Total 60
Time zone UTC-6 (Central (CST))
 • Summer (DST) UTC-5 (CDT)
ZIP codes
55791 and 55779
Area code(s) 218
GNIS feature ID 662682

Twig is a small, quiet place in Minnesota, United States. It's called an unincorporated community. This means it's a group of homes and businesses that isn't officially a city or town. Twig is part of Grand Lake Township in Saint Louis County.

You can find Twig about 15 miles northwest of Duluth, a bigger city. It's right where U.S. Highway 53 and Saint Louis County Road 7 meet. This road is also known as Industrial Road.

Twig uses the ZIP code 55779, which is shared with the nearby Saginaw area. Another ZIP code, 55791, also serves parts of Twig.

Did you know Twig was mentioned in a newspaper in the 2016 movie Fantastic Beasts and Where to Find Them?

About Twig

Twig is a small community in the state of Minnesota. It is located in Saint Louis County. The area is known for its natural beauty.

Where is Twig Located?

Twig is found in the northeastern part of Minnesota. It is about 15 miles away from the city of Duluth. This community sits at an important crossroads. U.S. Highway 53 and Saint Louis County Road 7 meet here. County Road 7 is also called Industrial Road.

What is an Unincorporated Community?

An unincorporated community is a place where people live. However, it does not have its own local government. Instead, it is governed by a larger area. For Twig, this means it is part of Grand Lake Township.

Famous People from Twig

Some well-known people have connections to Twig. They have achieved great things in sports.

  • Garry Bjorklund is a famous long-distance runner. He competed in many races.
  • Dylan Samberg is a professional ice hockey player. He plays in the NHL.
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