Forest Lake is one of the most beautiful Lakes in the north metro area featuring outstanding scenery and outdoor activities. The beauty surrounding Forest Lake and the many recreational activities available around the lake have made it one of the most attractive destinations to live in the north metro area. The lake itself covers an […]

Forest Lake is located in the northwestern part of the Twin Cities Metro Area. Just a 30-minute drive from the Twin Cities, Forest Lake is fast growing community conveniently located off Interstate 35. The city covers 35.5 square miles of land and has a population of over 19,000 residents with over 7,000 households. Forest Lake […]

The earliest inhabitants of the Forest Lake area were the Chippewa Indians to the North and the Dakota Indians to the south. The lake was coveted by both tribes because it was rich in wild rice, hunting, and fishing. A treaty in 1825 set boundaries for the Indians, the Chippewa were to stay on the […]

The city of Forest Lake covers a total area of 35.54 square miles. Forest Lake has a total of 23 parks covering 251 acres developed and maintained by the Forest Lake Parks and Recreation Department. Forest lake features numerous different parks including mini parks, community parks, neighborhood parks, golf courses, and paved trails. Forest Lake […]

Students in the city of Forest Lake are served by Independent School District 831. School District 831 seeks to prepare students for the world by offering excellent education through outstanding teachers, technology, challenging curriculum, high standards, and a supportive learning environment. School District 831 serves 7,000 students in preK through 12th grade. Forest Lake has […]

The city of Forest Lake, Minnesota is located northeast of St. Paul and is located in the northwestern corner of Washington County. A large suburb with an area of 35 square miles, Forest Lake is home to over 19,000 residents. An active and dynamic community, the city has extensive community events and public spaces which […]