Colby Lake (Washington County, Minnesota) Explained

Colby Lake
Location:Washington County, Minnesota
Coordinates:44.9067°N -92.91°W
Type:Lake
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Colby Lake is a lake in Washington County, in the U.S. state of Minnesota.

Colby Lake was named for John Colby, an early settler turned county official.[1]

A 2-mile paved trail circumnavigates the lake, which is a popular recreational destination.

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Notes and References

  1. Book: Upham, Warren. Minnesota Geographic Names: Their Origin and Historic Significance. 1920. Minnesota Historical Society. 573.