Many people, some of them students at the U of M, Crookston, have the misperception that “there’s nothing to do” in Crookston. While it’s true Crookston is located in a rural setting, there is plenty to keep anyone occupied. Oh, and students, aren’t you supposed to be focused on your studies first? (just kidding) Here’s a list of just a few examples of what you find to spend time doing for fun and recreation…
Crookston Travel Guide
Crookston is a city in the U.S. state of Minnesota. It is the county seat of Polk County. The population was 7,891 at the 2010 census. It is part of the "Grand Forks, ND–MN Metropolitan Statistical Area" or "Greater Grand Forks". Crookston is the episcopal seat of the Roman Catholic Diocese of Crookston. The Crookston area was traversed by trappers and traders, including Ojibwa and Lakota Indians, Métis, and other mixed-race people as well as white men between 1790 and 1870. A branch of the Red River Trails passed nearby; it was used by fur traders between the 1840s and 1870s.
VISIT CROOKSTON
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City of Crookston
Crookston is a friendly, safe, progressive community located on the banks of the meandering Red Lake River. Our local Chamber & Visitors Bureau has done an excellent job in maintaining up-to-date information for visitors to our community. We encourage you to take a closer look at what Crookston has to offer in order to get the most out of your time spent with us.
Chamber of Commerce
The Crookston Area Chamber creates an environment that encourages business success while enhancing the quality of life in Crookston and our surrounding region. We are dedicated to helping each other and our community succeed and are a resource and integral part of a business and community strategy. We speak well of our community, our businesses, our opportunities, and our future.