Longville, MN

Longville is a classic Northwoods community in Cass County, tucked into the lake country about three and a half hours north of the Twin Cities. It has a relaxed, small-town rhythm that picks up during the warm months as seasonal residents and visitors arrive. The town’s signature tradition happens every Wednesday throughout the summer, when the main street closes for weekly turtle races. It is a lively local event that brings together kids, parents, and retirees, earning Longville its title as the Turtle Race Capital of the World.

Daily life here centers on the water and the surrounding pine forests. Girl Lake sits right along the edge of downtown and connects directly into the Woman Lake Chain, giving boaters and anglers easy access to miles of shoreline and excellent fishing. The town covers everyday needs with local diners, a grocery store, a community library, and a welcoming municipal airport. From quiet winter mornings on the snowmobile trails to sunny summer afternoons on the dock, Longville offers an easygoing, tight-knit lifestyle in the heart of Minnesota lake country.