Population:
Lake Shore
(city) |
1970 |
1980 |
1990 |
2000 |
2010 |
2000-2010
Change |
| Actual |
Percent |
| Population |
410 |
583 |
693 |
966 |
1,004 |
+38 |
+3.93 |
| Land Area (sq. mile) |
12.10 |
14.89 |
12.79 |
12.79 |
12.69 |
-0.10 |
-0.78 |
| Density (persons per sq. mile) |
33.88 |
39.15 |
54.18 |
75.51 |
79.10 |
+3.59 |
+4.75 |
| Housing Units |
454 |
717 |
901 |
858 |
1,019 |
+161 |
+18.76 |
| Households |
-- |
232 |
295 |
436 |
451 |
+15 |
+3.44 |
| Persons Per Household |
-- |
2.51 |
2.35 |
2.22 |
2.23 |
+0.01 |
+0.45 |
Geography:
Lake Shore is a city in Cass County,
Minnesota. According to the United States Census Bureau,
the city has a total area of 18.15 square miles (47.01
km²), of which, 12.70 square miles (32.89 km²) of it is
land and 5.45 square miles (14.12 km²) of it is
water. The elevation is 1,243 ft (379 m) above sea
level.
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Demographics:
As of the census of 2010, there were
1,004 people, 451 households, and 322
families residing in the city. The
population density was 79.1 inhabitants
per square mile (30.5/km2). There were
1,019 housing units at an average
density of 80.2 per square mile
(31.0/km2). The racial makeup of the
city was 99.0% White, 0.3% African
American, 0.1% Native American, 0.1%
Asian, 0.1% from other races, and 0.4%
from two or more races. Hispanic or
Latino of any race were 0.9% of the
population.
There were 451 households of which
19.3% had children under the age of 18
living with them, 65.4% were married
couples living together, 3.1% had a
female householder with no husband
present, 2.9% had a male householder
with no wife present, and 28.6% were
non-families. 23.9% of all households
were made up of individuals and 8.7% had
someone living alone who was 65 years of
age or older. The average household size
was 2.23 and the average family size was
2.60.
The median age in the city was 51.5
years. 17.4% of residents were under the
age of 18; 3.2% were between the ages of
18 and 24; 19.5% were from 25 to 44;
36.3% were from 45 to 64; and 23.9% were
65 years of age or older. The gender
makeup of the city was 52.7% male and
47.3% female.
History:
The City of Lake Shore is located on the northwestern
shore of Gull Lake in Cass County, Minnesota. Lake Shore was founded as
a village in 1930; incorporated on March 19th, 1947; and adopted its
first land use ordinance in 1969. One of the areas earliest inhabitants in the area was
a group called the Mound Builders who called this area home until about
1840, with some of their burial mounds found in Lake Shore. Other major
tribes inhabited the region, including the Sioux, who were eventually
driven west by the Ojibwa. Explorers and trappers made their way through
the Lakes Region and early settlers engaged in farming and hunting.
In 1880, Charles A. Pillsbury formed the Gull River
Lumber company and built a sawmill west of Brainerd. All timber,
particularly the white pine, surrounding the lakes was soon cut and, in
1889, tracks were laid for an inland railroad to move logs to the lake
for transportation. This narrow-gauge railroad extended some 12 miles
northwest from the landing at Gilpatrick Lake (Margaret Lake). By 1894,
the surrounding timber had been harvested and the tracks were removed,
ending the brief railroad history and intensive logging in Lake Shore.
The old railroad grade can still be seen in the western part of Lake
Shore. Early homesteaders along the lake quickly discovered
that the area attracted others who wanted to enjoy the lakes and
forests. Soon primitive log cabins were constructed to accommodate these
first tourists and a new economic era began. The tourist business
expanded and resorts of various size and function sprang up along the
shores of Gull and Margaret Lakes, with Ozonite, Sandy Beach, and Rocky
Point said to be the earliest of these resorts. Many of the resorts were
simple “mom and pop” operations with two or three cabins and a small
store that provided tourists with necessities such as bread, milk, and
eggs. Others were large and grand such as Sherwood Forest and Inwood
Lodge. At this time, gambling was legal and slot machines
could be found at some of the resorts and at Bar Harbor, one of
Minnesota’s most famous nightclubs. From the approximately 35 resorts
existing in the 1930s and 1940s, the number has decreased to just six in
2006: Lykin’s Pine Hurst, Point Narrows, Lost Lake Lodge, Sandy Beach,
Agate Lake, and Samara Point. Increasing demand for residential and
tourist-oriented lakeshore property has made it profitable to convert
resorts to privately owned dwellings and town homes. Today, the demand for property on the Gull Lake chain
has resulted in development of nearly all available shoreline. Lots once
considered undesirable now have homes on them and existing structures
are being replaced. The demand for second-tier and other off-lake
property has also grown. Escalating prices are tempting rural owners to
divide land into smaller parcels for residential development. The
availability of goods and services in nearby communities along with the
proximity to recreation make Lake Shore a desirable community in which
to live and to retire. Road improvements and highway expansions,
particularly to State Highway 371, have made it easy for metropolitan
residents to commute to and from the area. The total population in Crow
Wing and Cass Counties is projected to increase by over 60 percent by
the year 2030. The Brainerd Micropolitan Statistical Area (defined by
the U.S. Census Bureau as including both Cass and Crow Wing Counties),
was ranked as the fourth fastest growing micropolitan area in the
Midwest, and ranked 28th in the nation. A micropolitan statistical area
is a population cluster with at least 10,000 people that is located
outside of metropolitan areas. Capturing a segment of this projected
growth, the City of Lake Shore is also projected to increase its
population by over 60 percent by the year 2030, with an expected total
population of more than 1,800 people. Absorbing this population growth
in a manner that protects and preserves the characteristics and values
important to the community requires forethought and planning. Courtesy
City of Lake Shore LAKE SHORE, a city in Lake Shore Township, section 19;
incorporated as a village on March 19, 1947. Courtesy of the
Minnesota Historical Society
Government:
Post Office:
Lake Shore is served by the Nisswa Post Office:
US Post Office
25551 Main Street
Nisswa, MN 56468-5000
Phone: (218) 963-7907
Toll Free: (800) ASK USPS
Fax: (218) 963-3809Regular
Business Hours:
Week Days
8:30 am - 4:00 pm
Saturday
8:30 am - 10:30 am
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Utilities:
Major
Employers:
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Products/Services |
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News:
Weather:
Map:
Events:
Attractions:
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Fritz
Loven Park
Ridge Road
Lake Shore, MN 56468
Visit our breathtaking 80 acre park which includes a playground,
picnic shelters, a hiking / snowshoe / cross country ski trail
and stoney brook. Whether you’re looking for solitude or a great
place for a family picnic, this 80-acre park offers something
for everyone, including scenic Stony Brook, a picnic pavilion
with electrical outlets, a playground, restrooms, and trails for
hiking, snowshoeing and cross country skiing.
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Recreation:
Lakes:
|
Lake Name |
Size
(acres) |
Lake info |
Lake Map |
Rec Map |
Topo Map |
| Gull |
9947 |
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| Margaret |
247 |
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| Roy |
271 |
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| Upper Gull |
422 |
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Health Care:
Schools:
Churches:
Living Savior Lutheran Church
8327 Interlachen Road
Lake Shore, MN 56468
Phone: (218) 963-9733
Fax: (218) 961-9734
Pastor: Rev. Dr. Richard
J. M. Hans
Sunday Service: 9:00 am
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Media:
Motels:
Gull Lake Motel
9215 Interlachen Road
Lake Shore, MN 56468
Phone: (218) 963-2208
Toll Free:
(800) 599-2208
Gull Lake Motel located in a
residential area on the west side of Gull Lake. Motel has
kitchenettes, cable tv, wi-fi, guest laundry.
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Resorts:
Agate Lake Resort
9326 Agate Lake Road
Lake Shore, MN 56468
Phone: (218) 963-2224On Agate Lake with 11 units. For the true feel
of getting away from it all, yet being minutes away from all the
area recreation and dining. You'll love the comfortable, clean
cabins, beautiful beach and wonderful lake view. Agate Lake is
crystal clear and great for fishing without a lot of traffic so
you can enjoy it even more.
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Birch Bay RV Resort
1497 Sandy Point Road
Lake Shore, MN 56468
Phone: (218) 963-4488
Tucked away in Nisswa, Birch
Bay RV Resort is your families' ideal location for your Summer
travels. We LOVE the Brainerd's lake area; and are sure you will
too. There is so much to do here: Wakeboard, paddleboard, fish,
hike, eat, shop, relax . . . the list goes on. Birch Bay offers
an escape with plenty of fun for the whole family. Our Resort
offers cabin rentals and RV site rentals giving groups and
individuals plenty of options for their vacation to the Nisswa
area.
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Lost Lake Lodge
7965 Lost Lake Road
Lake Shore, MN 56468
Phone: (218) 963-2681
Toll Free: (800) 450-2681
With two beautiful lake
shores, fourteen cozy cabins, and world class seasonal dining,
Lost Lake Lodge is the perfect place to make your family's
memories. Just bring your clothes and your favorite people - we
provide the rest. Come and experience luxury at the lake. You
are right in the middle of the Brainerd Lakes area action if you
want to be, or amongst nature, away from it all. It has
wonderful cabins with the ‘Up North rustic’ feel, but all the
modern amenities.
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Lykins Pinehurst Resort
1414 Pinehurst Lane
Lake Shore, MN 56468
Phone: (218) 963-2485
Nestled in the woods on the west shore of Gull Lake, near
Brainerd, MN. Lykins Pinehurst Resort welcomes you. Among the
woods and water, you can catch walleye, bass, northern, crappie,
sunfish, build incredible sand castles, see the most
breath-taking sunrises, and leave behind the clamor of normal
daily routines.
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Sandy Beach Resort
1314 Sandy Point Road SW
Lake Shore, MN 56468
Phone: (218) 963-4458
Fax: (218) 963-4743
Located on Gull Lake, we offer 31 clean, comfortable,
housekeeping cabins. Most all cabins on the are lakefront with a
lakeview. Our beautiful sandy beach and peaceful park-like
grounds offer you the perfect place for a family vacation, we
are a resort with an old fashioned feel with modern
amenities.
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Campgrounds:
Businesses:
Agate Lake Resort
9326 Agate Lake Road
Lake Shore, MN 56468
Phone: (218) 963-2224On Agate Lake with 11 units. For the true feel
of getting away from it all, yet being minutes away from all the
area recreation and dining. You'll love the comfortable, clean
cabins, beautiful beach and wonderful lake view. Agate Lake is
crystal clear and great for fishing without a lot of traffic so
you can enjoy it even more.
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Bar Harbor Supper
Club
8164 Interlachen Road
Lake Shore, MN 56468
Phone: (218) 963-2568Bar
Harbor is committed to giving you the best customer service
experience possible. Whether you enjoy a one of their Certified
Angus Beef products such as their filet mignon or if you are
just stopping in for a drink or two at happy hour, the staff is
focused on meeting your needs and doing everything possible to
ensure you have the best experience. Additional amenities
include a large patio open during the summer, pull tabs, large
group dining areas, and liquor/wine lockers for patrons. Bar
Harbor is open for Lunch, Dinner, and Drinks. Walk-in or reserve
a table
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Birch Bay RV Resort
1497 Sandy Point Road
Lake Shore, MN 56468
Phone: (218) 963-4488
Tucked away in Nisswa, Birch
Bay RV Resort is your families' ideal location for your Summer
travels. We LOVE the Brainerd's lake area; and are sure you will
too. There is so much to do here: Wakeboard, paddleboard, fish,
hike, eat, shop, relax . . . the list goes on. Birch Bay offers
an escape with plenty of fun for the whole family. Our Resort
offers cabin rentals and RV site rentals giving groups and
individuals plenty of options for their vacation to the Nisswa
area.
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Brookview Alpacas
7244 Jacobs Road
Lake Shore, MN 56468
Phone: (218) 568-5314
We both had always wanted to raise animals and
have a ranch. So, in the winter of our lives, we decided to buy
our 5 1/2 acre mini ranch on Stoney Brook, intending to have a
couple of horses...until we saw an ad on TV about alpacas!
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City of Lake Shore
8583 Interlachen Road
Lake Shore, MN 56468
Phone: (218) 963-2148
Fax: (218) 963-7562
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Cowboys on
Lakeshore
8385 Interlachen Drive
Lake Shore, MN 56468
Phone: (218) 963-6200
Enjoy the atmosphere of being in the Brainerd lake country. Not
only are our food and drinks great but we also offer a great
atmosphere to relax and unwind. You're welcome anytime. No
matter if it is summer or winter, we're always ready to serve
you with a friendly smile and a great meal.
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Crocker Collision Center
2084 County Road 29
Lake Shore, MN 56468
Phone: (218) 568-5303
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Gull Lake Motel
9215 Interlachen Road
Lake Shore, MN 56468
Phone: (218) 963-2208
Toll Free:
(800) 599-2208
Gull Lake Motel located in a
residential area on the west side of Gull Lake. Motel has
kitchenettes, cable tv, wi-fi, guest laundry.
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Harbor Classics Boat Repair and
Restoration LLC
1509 72nd Street
Lake Shore, MN 56468
Phone: (218) 831-0136
Harbor Classics Boat Repair and Restoration is the premier
service in the lakes area offering quality repair work for your
classic wooden and fiberglass boats. Now offering indoor storage
and winterization services.
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Iron Waffle Coffee
Company
8785 Interlachen Road
Lake Shore, MN 56468
Phone: (218) 963-6317
Coffee Shop, Serving Coffee Drinks, Specialty Liege Belgian
Waffles, both Savory & Sweet! Desserts, Ice Cream, Smoothies,
Frappes!
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Lakeshore Conservation
Club
9911 County Road 77
Lake Shore, MN 56468
Phone: (218) 963-4003
Lakeshore Conservation Club is a vital part of the Lakes Area,
promoting shooting sports since 1954. A non-profit organization,
the club offers Trap, Skeet, 5-Stand to the public, and Rifle
and Handgun shooting to our members. We partner with Mount Ski
Gull and Minnesota Zip Line to enhance the outdoor recreational
activities available in our area. LCC is host to several Clay
Target Teams.
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Lakeshore Glass and Door Company
8276 Interlachen Road
Lake Shore, MN 56468
Phone: (218) 232-1216
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Lost Lake Lodge
7965 Lost Lake Road
Lake Shore, MN 56468
Phone: (218) 963-2681
Toll Free: (800) 450-2681
With two beautiful lake
shores, fourteen cozy cabins, and world class seasonal dining,
Lost Lake Lodge is the perfect place to make your family's
memories. Just bring your clothes and your favorite people - we
provide the rest. Come and experience luxury at the lake. You
are right in the middle of the Brainerd Lakes area action if you
want to be, or amongst nature, away from it all. It has
wonderful cabins with the ‘Up North rustic’ feel, but all the
modern amenities.
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Lykins Pinehurst Resort
1414 Pinehurst Lane
Lake Shore, MN 56468
Phone: (218) 963-2485
Nestled in the woods on the west shore of Gull Lake, near
Brainerd, MN. Lykins Pinehurst Resort welcomes you. Among the
woods and water, you can catch walleye, bass, northern, crappie,
sunfish, build incredible sand castles, see the most
breath-taking sunrises, and leave behind the clamor of normal
daily routines.
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Sandy Beach Resort
1314 Sandy Point Road SW
Lake Shore, MN 56468
Phone: (218) 963-4458
Fax: (218) 963-4743
Located on Gull Lake, we offer 31 clean, comfortable,
housekeeping cabins. Most all cabins on the are lakefront with a
lakeview. Our beautiful sandy beach and peaceful park-like
grounds offer you the perfect place for a family vacation, we
are a resort with an old fashioned feel with modern
amenities.
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Sherwood Forest
Lodge
8789 Interlachen Road
Lake Shore, MN 56468
Phone: (218) 963-6261
Modern American gastropub cuisine, plus wine & cocktails, served
in a rustic, storied lodge. Belly up to the bar for a local brew
or sit by the fireplace for dinner with a perfectly paired
wine. Whatever your brand, we strive for Small Town "flavor"
and Big Time Taste! Our menu changes with the seasons, so there
are always new things to try!
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Walleye Dan's Guide
Service
9287 Anderson Road
Lake Shore, MN 56468
Phone: (218) 839-5598
There are many fishing guides and fishing guide services
throughout the world, but there is only one Walleyedan’s Guide
Service and we pride ourselves on being professional,
knowledgeable and of course experienced. If you are looking to
escape for the day or maybe even a week, we will set you up with
a professional guide or guides that will put you on the fish. We
will even help you locate the perfect resort or lodge for your
vacation and suggest our favorite restaurants, golf courses,
churches, boat rental shops.
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Zorbaz Gull
Lake
8105 Lost Lake Road
Lake Shore, MN 56468
Phone: (218) 963-4790
Zorbaz on the Lake waz conceived in 1969 and eztablizhed juzt
barely in an old candy ztore by a dizgruntled zpeech teacher and
hiz dental azziztant wife. The name comez from the popular
1960'z movie Zorba the Greek ztarring Anthony Quinn. Zorba waz
fun loving, free zpirited, carefree and happy. Exactly the
atmozphere and attitude the teacher and hiz bride wanted for
their no zhirt, no zhoez, no problemz northern Minnezota lakez
area beach bar. Why Mexican food and pizza inztead of gyroz,
lamb and baklava? Why not!
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