Where is Cottage Grove Located? - Cottage Grove is a city located in the Washington County of Minnesota, United States. Cottage Grove lies between 41.151465 Degrees North latitudes and 95.9177224 Degrees West longitudes.
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Where is Cottage Grove Located?
Cottage Grove is a city located in the Washington County of Minnesota, United States. Cottage Grove lies between 41.151465 Degrees North latitudes and 95.9177224 Degrees West longitudes. According to 2020 U.S.census, the population of Cottage Grove city is 38839 people and the city has a total area of 33.64 sq mi. The city has numerous parks and recreational facilities.
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Cottage Grove, Minnesota Quick Facts
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City Cottage Grove County Washington County State Minnesota State Capital Saint Paul US Region Midwestern United States Latitude 44.8277°N Longitude 92.9438°W Elevation 883 ft (269 m) Land Area 37.4 sq mi Water Area 1.3 sq mi Total Area 38.7 sq mi Population ~38,839 (2020 Census) Population Density ~1,040 per sq mi ZIP Codes 55016 Area Code 651 Time Zone (Standard) Central Standard Time (CST) UTC -6 Time Zone (DST) Central Daylight Time (CDT) UTC -5 Currency US Dollar (USD) FIPS Code 27-13942 Congressional District 4th District
Nearby Cities to Cottage Grove, Minnesota
St. Paul, Minnesota - Northwest - 12 mi
Woodbury, Minnesota - North - 6 mi
Hastings, Minnesota - Southeast - 14 mi
Inver Grove Heights, Minnesota - Northwest - 10 mi
Rosemount, Minnesota - Southwest - 11 mi
South St. Paul, Minnesota - Northwest - 9 mi
Maplewood, Minnesota - North - 14 mi
Lake Elmo, Minnesota - Northeast - 10 mi
Prescott, Wisconsin - East - 12 mi
Minneapolis, Minnesota - Northwest - 22 mi
Cottage Grove, Minnesota Climate and Weather Overview
Month Avg High (°F) Avg Low (°F) Avg Rainfall (in)
January 23 7 0.9 April 56 36 2.1 July 83 63 3.8 October 58 40 2.3 Annual 54 37 31.0
Climate Attribute Value
Climate Classification (Köppen) Humid Continental (Dfa) Annual Rainfall ~30–32 inches Annual Snowfall ~45–50 inches Annual Sunshine Days ~200 days Tornado Risk Low to Moderate
Driving Distances from Cottage Grove, Minnesota
City State Distance (mi) Approx. Drive Time
St. Paul MN 12 20 min Minneapolis MN 22 30 min Woodbury MN 6 10 min Hastings MN 14 20 min Inver Grove Heights MN 10 15 min Rosemount MN 11 15 min Maplewood MN 14 20 min Lakeville MN 25 30 min Red Wing MN 40 45 min Rochester MN 75 1 hr 15 min
Transportation and Connectivity in Cottage Grove, Minnesota
Mode Details
Airport Minneapolis–Saint Paul International Airport (MSP) Port Port of St. Paul (Mississippi River inland port access) Major Highways US-10, US-61, I-494 (nearby access) Rail/Amtrak Amtrak service available in St. Paul/Minneapolis Local Transit Metro Transit (Twin Cities), MVTA connections nearby
US-61 - major north-south route connecting Cottage Grove with St. Paul and Hastings
US-10 - regional highway linking eastern Minnesota communities
I-494 - major beltway providing access to the Twin Cities metro area
Key Landmarks and Places to Visit in Cottage Grove, Minnesota
Landmark Name Type
Mississippi Dunes Golf Links Golf Course Hidden Valley Park City Park King’s Ravine Park Nature Area Cottage Grove Ravine Regional Park Regional Park Hansen Nature Center Nature Center River Oaks Golf Course Golf Course Jensen Lake Park Lake Park Old Cottage Grove Historic Area Historic Area
Places to Visit in Cottage Grove, Minnesota
Landmark Name Type
Cottage Grove Ravine Regional Park Regional Park Mississippi River Greenway Scenic Trail Hansen Nature Center Nature Education Center River Oaks Golf Course Golf Course Jensen Lake Park Recreation Park Hidden Valley Park Trails Hiking Area Grey Cloud Island Scenic Area Nature Area St. Paul Downtown Waterfront (nearby) Waterfront
Colleges and Universities in Cottage Grove, Minnesota
Institution Name Type Level Notable For
Inver Hills Community College (nearby) Public Community College Transfer & technical programs Century College (nearby White Bear Lake) Public Community College Career training University of Minnesota Twin Cities (nearby) Public University Research & engineering
Waterbodies in Cottage Grove, Minnesota
Mississippi River, Grey Cloud Island Channel, Bailey Lake, King’s Ravine Creek, Woodbury Lakes (nearby watershed)
Golf Courses in Cottage Grove, Minnesota
Mississippi Dunes Golf Links, River Oaks Golf Course, Royal Golf Club (nearby), Inver Wood Golf Course (nearby)
Cottage Grove, Minnesota - Key Historical Facts
Cottage Grove was originally a rural farming and river settlement along the Mississippi River.
The area developed through agriculture and lumber industries in the 19th century.
Post-World War II suburban expansion led to rapid residential growth.
The city was officially incorporated in 1965 as part of the Twin Cities metro expansion.
Its location along the Mississippi River shaped early trade and transportation routes.
Today it is a growing suburban community known for parks, schools, and family neighborhoods.
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