Elbow Lake, MN

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Elbow Lake is located only 12 miles west of Interstate 94 at the junction of State Highways 55, 59 and 79 in west central Minnesota. Elbow Lake is the hub of Grant County, which is in the heart of Minnesota’s best agricultural and resort areas. Elbow Lake offers small town living at its best, while located conveniently in close proximity to several metropolitan areas.

Elbow Lake is the county seat of Grant county, and is home to several federal, state and local government agencies. The historic Grant County Courthouse stands in stately eminence at the head of the city’s main street. The building is considered to be one of the most impressive architectural structures in the county as well the state. The courthouse building was placed on the National Register of Historic Places in 1985.

The surrounding area is excellent for fishing and hunting. Pomme de Terre Lake, located three miles east of Elbow Lake, is home to northern and walleye as well as a full assortment of pan fish.

Pomme de Terre’s south end is the site of our 200-acre Tipsinah Mounds Campground. Over 25 RV camping sites (electricity and water), tenting, General Store, fishing, police patrolled and on-site caretakers make this beautiful hardwood-shaded park a must visit on your list of things to do.