Lakes of Minnesota

Hot temperatures, and calm weather allow these algae blooms to show up on Minnesota lakes. They are toxic to humans, and deadly to dogs.

Thousands of drivers were asked about their worst summer parking experiences, and a few familiar Minnesota names came up more than once.

Public meetings start soon from the Minnesota Pollution Control Agency. The meetings will share updates from studies and findings in the last two years. There are a surprising number of lakes on the impaired list.

Imagine a place where you can find nearly 12,000 lakes, each with its own story to tell. That’s Minnesota for you; here are the largest lakes in the North Star State.

As summer heats up, Minnesota's lakes come alive—but some visitors might spot a slithery surprise lurking just beneath the surface.

With over 11,000 lakes, Minnesota's water scene is a true wonder, but the names? Well, that’s where things get a bit interesting.

Minnesota's lakes are teeming with fish, but new health guidelines might change your menu. Here’s what every angler should know.

Imagine winding down your week by discovering the hidden gems among Minnesota’s countless lakes. There's more than meets the eye in this natural wonderland.

With over 11,000 lakes, you'd think Minnesota's naming game would be a little more creative, right?

Plans are in the works to fix Lake Alice, but it looks like we'll be waiting a while. Let’s connect the dots on what’s next.

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.