Twin Lakes
The Forest Wins
State: Minnesota
County: Carlton County
Founded: 1890s
Abandoned: 1940s
Peak Population: 400
Twin Lakes was a logging camp that became a small town as workers brought families. When the timber was gone, so was the reason for Twin Lakes. The forest grew back, covering the ruins.
Logging Era
Loggers harvested white pine around Twin Lakes. The town served as a supply point for camps in the surrounding forest.
Return of the Forest
After logging, the land was abandoned. New forest grew over the townsite, hiding ruins that emerge only when you know where to look.
Timeline
- 1890s - Founded Logging began
- 1910s - Peak Timber harvesting at maximum
- 1940s - Abandoned Timber gone
Plan Your Visit
Best Time: Summer
Difficulty: Difficult - finding ruins
Time Needed: 1-2 hours
Quick Facts
- Forest has reclaimed the site
- Foundations hidden in second-growth woods
- Typical of Minnesota logging ghost towns
Location
Address: Near Cloquet, Minnesota
Coordinates: 46.85, -92.5833