Lakes of Minnesota

Picture this: 11,842 lakes dotting the Minnesota landscape, each with its own story and charm. Here are the 10 biggest in the state.

The Minnesota DNR has developed a technique involving hot dogs and minnow traps to target invasive species. They're hoping that property owners, Tribal bands, and anyone who wants to help will make their own traps to help.

There are 10 lakes that share their name with at least 75 others. Here's a look at how lakes got their names, and which ones are the most popular.

Minnesota's lake count might leave you speechless, but wait until you hear about the names—some are more common than you'd think.

As the summer heat climbs, Minnesotans are seeking cool relief in their beloved lakes, but a hidden danger lurks beneath the surface. Two deaths have happened at the same lake.

As summer heats up, Minnesota's lakes are sounding the alarm—blue-green algae is making waves, and it’s not just the water that’s at risk.

Planning a beach vacation in 2025? Discover Minnesota's stunning beaches, like Park Point Beach in Duluth, for affordable summer fun close to home.

An Albert Lea, Minnesota woman's incredible $43,000 catch at Iowa's Walleye Weekend.

They're part of 87 total counties that make up the North Star State, but these four counties lack one of the most Minnesota things ever.

There's a place in Minnesota where a natural phenomenon causes the water to boil. It can be visited year-round in Minnesota, and you've probably never heard of it.

Here's a great story for Earth Day. This guy scuba dives to clean up rivers and you won't believe how much he finds!

Minnesota’s 10,000 lakes look picture-perfect, but some are dealing with more than a little murkiness these days. Here are the most polluted lakes in the state.