Mound, Minnesota, a western suburb of the Twin Cities, is the home of just 9,000 residents who enjoy the city’s historical value, as well as the way of life it offers in the Lake Minnetonka area. Named Minnesota’s Best Place to Raise Your Kids 2012 by Bloomberg Businessweek, Mound offers an array of amenities to […]

The community in Mound, Minnesota is closely tied to the lake on which it resides and the neighboring cities surrounding it. With it’s small population size of just over 9,000 citizens and small geographic area of 3.18 square miles, Mound avoids the noise of the bigger cities while enjoying the peace and quiet of its […]

Situated on the beautiful Lake Minnetonka, Mound, Minnesota is a lakeshore town with wonderful parks and natural scenery. The citizens of Mound have access to a total of 31 parks and 6 beaches located in and around the city. Lake Minnetonka is not the only lake near Mound. While certainly the largest, it encompasses many […]

Mound Schools are located in school district 277 and offer the perks that result from having a smaller community. Each child is known by name and receives the attention and support they need for success and growth. Although the schools are smaller in size, they manage to keep pace with the larger districts in the […]

Living on the shores of Lake Minnetonka certainly has its perks. For the citizens of Deephaven, life in and around the lake is defined by natural beauty and outdoor activity. When examining the community of Deephaven, it becomes apparent how significantly the lake impacts the local community.   Lake Minnetonka is the most important facet […]

Named for its harbor on Lake Minnetonka and located in the western region of Hennepin County, Deephaven is a suburb of Minnesota that provides rich historical value. Like much of the surrounding area, Deephaven was largely influenced by the nearby Lake Minnetonka. Originally kept secret by the Native Americans, who referred to it as “Big […]

Located on the northern shore of Lake Minnetonka, Orono is a small city with an appreciation for natural beauty, the arts, and the pristine waters of Lake Minnetonka. With a prime location as a lakeshore city, Orono truly stands out with its beautiful old-growth forests and longstanding history. Despite its small population of close to […]

The city of Orono, Minnesota was founded in 1858, the same year that Minnesota became a state. In April, 1889, Major George Brackett, who was a pioneer from Orono, Maine, founded the area of today’s city of Orono to be a separate township from the surrounding locations. The town got its name, Orono, from Chief […]

Located on the northern shores of Lake Minnetonka, Orono, Minnesota is a small lakeshore city that prides itself on a close community. With a population of almost 8,000, the community is just small enough to have a small-town feel while still encompassing vast areas of natural beauty.   Lake Minnetonka plays a large role in […]

The parks and trails located in Orono, Minnesota are some of the most magnificent in the state of Minnesota. With several parks and trails being located on the shores of Lake Minnetonka, and a heavy community emphasis placed on ecological preservation, Orono is home to several breathtaking venues. Some notable examples include:   Big Island […]

The city of Orono, Minnesota is served by schools that are located within school district 278. ISD 278 is a collection of schools that the locals call, “small in size, but big in achievement”. The schools are of important value to the city and the residents of Orono support them each year. The city of Orono […]

An important aspect of living near Green Lake is that it is near the well established city of Princeton, Minnesota. This town offers a haven for both permanent residents as well as vacationers. The area is so rich with the northern taste of Minnesota, that the town is the location of many cabins. Princeton is unique in that it provides […]