Otter Tail County, county in Minnesota, United States. As of 2020 county had an estimated population of 58,741 inhabitants. The county was created 167 years ago in 1858. Its county seat is Fergus Falls.
There are 1 city/town in Otter Tail County, MN. The largest city of Otter Tail County is Henning with a population of 374.
Otter Tail County is located in west-central Minnesota and home to many lakes. The county has a population of around 58,000 residents. Here are some of the notable cities and towns in Otter Tail County:
Fergus Falls
Fergus Falls is the largest city and county seat of Otter Tail County with around 14,000 residents. It is situated along the Otter Tail River and Interstate 94. Popular attractions include the Kaddatz Galleries art museum, Phelps Mill ruins and waterfall.
Perham
Perham is a city in east Otter Tail County near many lakes. It has around 3,200 residents. Perham is known as the “Turquoise Capital of the USA” for its downtown turquoise-colored lightposts and archway. The town hosts annual summer festivals.
Pelican Rapids
Pelican Rapids is located northeast of Fergus Falls with around 2,500 residents. It sits along Pelican Lake and the Pelican River. The town has a historic downtown district, golf courses, and walking trails.
New York Mills
New York Mills is a city located east of Perham with around 1,200 residents. It originated as a mill town in the 1880s. Today it has unique attractions like the Grainwood ball snake and the Hjemkomst Center museum.
Battle Lake
Battle Lake is a scenic lakeside town in central Otter Tail County with around 830 residents. It offers boating, fishing, camping and the restored Battle Lake Museum chronicling area history.
Otter Tail County's many lakes provide natural beauty and recreation mixed with historic small town charm.
List of cities, towns, neighborhoods & other populated places in Otter Tail County.
City Name | Title | Population |
---|---|---|
Henning | City in Otter Tail County, Minnesota, United States | 374 |