Richmond, Minnesota

Gateway to the Chain of Lakes

Located 18 miles southwest of Saint Cloud in Central Minnesota, the city of Richmond is the gateway to the Horseshoe Chain of Lakes. Within 10 miles of Richmond there are more than 40 lakes, offering residents and visitors outstanding recreational opportunities including fishing, swimming, water skiing, boating, canoeing, golf, camping, sightseeing, horseback riding, tennis and snowmobiling.

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The story of the settlement of Ríchmond and its growth is the story of the German immigrants coming into the Sauk River Valley in the 1850s. Today, this agricultural community consists of approximately 1,000 residents.  For more history click here.

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The Richmond Web site is managed, on a voluntary basis, by local resident Rob Culligan. 

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