Earley Lake
| Earley Lake | |
|---|---|
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  Earley Lake | |
| Location | Dakota County, Minnesota |
| Coordinates | 44°44′22″N 93°17′43″W / 44.73944°N 93.29528°W |
| Type | lake |
Earley Lake is a 23-acre lake in Dakota County, in the U.S. state of Minnesota.[1]
Earley Lake was named for William Earley, a pioneer who settled there in 1854.[2]
Day Park and Earley Lake Trail are a four-acre park located on the northeast corner of County Road 5 and Southcross Drive. A hard surface 1.2 mile walking path surrounds the lake allowing for a handful of recreation opportunities. [3]
Friends of Earley Lake is a non-profit organization dedicated to the conservation and enjoyment of the beautiful Earley Lake and its surrounding natural habitat. Their mission is to bring people together through nature, fostering a deep appreciation for the outdoors and the tranquility it offers. [4]
See also
[edit]References
[edit]- ^ U.S. Geological Survey Geographic Names Information System: Earley Lake
- ^ Upham, Warren (1920). Minnesota Geographic Names: Their Origin and Historic Significance. Minnesota Historical Society. p. 168.
- ^ "Day Park and Earley Lake Trail". Burnsville. Retrieved 2023-12-17.
- ^ "What We Do". Friends of Earley Lake. Retrieved 2023-12-17.