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Location:

Population:

Tofte (township)	1970	1980	1990	2000	1990-2000 Change
Tofte (township)	1970	1980	1990	2000	Actual	Percent
Population	--	275	231	226	-5	-2.16
Land Area (sq. mile)	0.00	126.73	154.57	154.56	-0.01	-0.01
Density (persons per sq. mile)	--	2.17	1.49	1.46	-0.03	-2.16
Housing Units	0	205	286	225	-61	-21.33
Households	--	115	104	102	-2	-1.92
Persons Per Household	--	2.39	2.22	2.22	-0.00	-0.05

Geography:

According to the United States Census Bureau, the township has a total area of 421.0 km² (162.6 mi²). 400.3 km² (154.6 mi²) of it is land and 20.7 km² (8.0 mi²) of it (4.92%) is water.

From Wikipedia, the free encyclopedia.

Demographics:

As of the census ² of 2000, there were 226 people, 102 households, and 65 families residing in the township. The population density was 0.6/km² (1.5/mi²). There were 225 housing units at an average density of 0.6/km² (1.5/mi²). The racial makeup of the township was 98.67% White, 0.88% Native American, 0.44% from other races. Hispanic or Latino of any race were 0.44% of the population.

There were 102 households out of which 26.5% had children under the age of 18 living with them, 58.8% were married couples living together, 3.9% had a female householder with no husband present, and 35.3% were non-families. 32.4% of all households were made up of individuals and 6.9% had someone living alone who was 65 years of age or older. The average household size was 2.22 and the average family size was 2.82.

In the township the population was spread out with 19.0% under the age of 18, 4.0% from 18 to 24, 25.2% from 25 to 44, 36.3% from 45 to 64, and 15.5% who were 65 years of age or older. The median age was 46 years. For every 100 females there were 121.6 males. For every 100 females age 18 and over, there were 120.5 males.

The median income for a household in the township was $47,188, and the median income for a family was $57,500. Males had a median income of $42,083 versus $35,625 for females. The per capita income for the township was $23,120. None of the families and 1.2% of the population were living below the poverty line.

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History:

TOFTE, likewise the name of a township and village, section 21, founded in 1898, is in honor of settlers having this surname, derived from their former home in the district of Bergen, Norway. John Tofte, his twin brother, Andrew, and brothers Torger and Hans O. Engelsen came in 1893; they selected Carlton as the name because the settlement was on the lower slope of Carlton Peak, but the name was in use; thus they named the community for their home in Norway. Edward Toftey came in 1899, opening the first mill and employing over 25 men. Most of the town was destroyed in a forest fire in 1910 and rebuilt; its post office opened in 1897 with Hans Engelsen, postmaster.

Courtesy Minnesota Historical Society

Government:

Post Office:

Tofte Post Office
7223 Tofte Park Road
Tofte, MN 55615-4400
Phone: (218) 663-7985
Toll Free: (800) ASK USPS

Regular Business Hours:
Week Days       08:30AM-12:00PM
                        01:00PM-04:30PM
Saturday           08:30AM-09:30AM

Latest Collection at Post Office:
Week Days 04:45PM
Saturday none

News:

Weather:

Map:

Courtesy Google Maps - Click map to zoom or enlarge

Events:

Attractions:

Lutsen-Tofte Tourism Assoc 7136 W Highway 61 Tofte, MN 55615 Phone: (218) 663-7804
North Shore Commercial Fishing Museum 7136 W Highway 61 Tofte, MN 55615 Phone: (218) 663-7804

Recreation:

Lakes:

Lake Name	Size (acres)	Location	Lake info	Lake Map	Rec Map	Topo Map

Health Care:

Schools:

Birch Grove Community School ISD #4145 PO Box 2242 Tofte, MN 55615 Phone: (218) 663-0170 Fax: (218) 663-0160 E-mail: birchgrove@boreal.org Web: www.birchgroveschool.org
A K-5 Elementary School Program on the Beautiful North Shore in Tofte, Minnesota. Birch Grove Community School will promote an educational environment emphasizing academic excellence and student achievement that will allow each student to reach his or her own full potential while preparing students to be self-directed, life long learners and responsible community citizens.
Cook County Independent School District 101 West Fifth Street Grand Marais, MN 55604 Phone: (218) 387-2272 Web: www.cookcountyschools.org

Churches:

Zoar Lutheran Church
Tofte, MN 55615
Phone: (218) 663-7494

Media:

Motels:

AmericInn Tofte Highway 61 PO Box 2296 Tofte, MN 55615 Phone: (218) 663-7899 Toll Free: (800) 625-7042 Fax: (218) 663-7387 Web: www.americinntofte.com Email: info@americinntofte.com 51 Upscale Rooms including Jacuzzi suites * Suites have DVD/VCR - combo * All rooms have microwaves and fridges * Indoor Pool, Whirlpool, and Sauna * The Best Free Breakfast on the North Shore
Best Western Cliff Dweller US Highway 61 Tofte, MN 55615 Phone: (218) 663-7273 Fax: (218) 663-7273 Toll Free (800) 223-2048 Web: www.bestwestern.com The Best Western Cliff Dweller is perched cliffside on the edge of Lake Superior's North Shore. Each room's walk-out balcony yields dramatic lake views. The whisper or roar of waves on the rocks below will lull you to sleep each night. Enjoy an excellent complimentary continental breakfast in our dining room overlooking the lake vista.
Bluefin Bay On Lake Superior 7198 W Highway 61 Tofte, MN 55615 Phone: (218) 663-7296 Web: www.bluefinbay.com

Resorts:

Sugar Beach Resort
7316 Tofte Park Road
Tofte, MN 55615
Phone: (218) 663-7595

Campgrounds:

Businesses:

AmericInn Tofte Highway 61 PO Box 2296 Tofte, MN 55615 Phone: (218) 663-7899 Toll Free: (800) 625-7042 Fax: (218) 663-7387 Web: www.americinntofte.com Email: info@americinntofte.com 51 Upscale Rooms including Jacuzzi suites * Suites have DVD/VCR - combo * All rooms have microwaves and fridges * Indoor Pool, Whirlpool, and Sauna * The Best Free Breakfast on the North Shore
Best Western Cliff Dweller US Highway 61 Tofte, MN 55615 Phone: (218) 663-7273 Fax: (218) 663-7273 Toll Free (800) 223-2048 Web: www.bestwestern.com The Best Western Cliff Dweller is perched cliffside on the edge of Lake Superior's North Shore. Each room's walk-out balcony yields dramatic lake views. The whisper or roar of waves on the rocks below will lull you to sleep each night. Enjoy an excellent complimentary continental breakfast in our dining room overlooking the lake vista.
Bluefin Restaurant 7192 W Highway 61 Tofte, MN 55615 Phone: (218) 663-6200 Great food and spirits in a casual, fun atmosphere overlooking Lake Superior on Bluefin Bay. Serving breakfast, lunch and dinner 7 days a week. Fresh, made from scratch breads and desserts. Entrees from fresh Lake Superior Trout and Bluefin to tremendous filets. As well as burgers, sandwiches and fries. Great wine list and beer selections.
Caribou Crossing Gift Shop 13 Bridge Run Lane Tofte, MN 55615 Phone: (218) 663-7468
Caribou Design and Construction PO Box 147 Tofte, MN 55615 Phone: (218) 370-2005
Chateau Leveaux On Lake Superior 6626 W Highway 61 Tofte, MN 55615 Phone: (218) 663-7223
Cobblestone Cabins 6660 W Highway 61 Tofte, MN 55615 Phone: (218) 663-7957
Coho Cafe 7126 W Highway 61 Tofte, MN 55615 Phone: (218) 663-8032 Fresh, homemade from scratch foods and bakery in the heart of Tofte on Highway 61. Espresso/cappuccino, soups, salads, sandwiches, wines and beer. Eat in or take out from our unique bistro. Pizza in or out. Breakfast, lunch and dinner.
Cooter's Auto Repair 130 Sawbill Trail Tofte, MN 55615 Phone: (218) 663-7623
Eagle Ridge Condominiums Tofte, MN 55615 Phone: (218) 663-7248
Grand Marais State Bank Tofte 4 Johannes Lane Tofte, MN 55615 Phone: (218) 663-7891
Holiday Station Store 7235 W Highway 61 Tofte, MN 55615 Phone: (218) 663-7882
Lutsen Tofte Tourism Association 7136 W Highway 61 Tofte, MN 55615 Phone: (218) 663-7804
Nelson Machine Products 6875 W Highway 61 Tofte, MN 55615 Phone: (218) 663-7940
Nelson Towing 7117 W Highway 61 Tofte, MN 55615 Phone: (218) 663-7475
Norcroft 6056 Rollins Creek Road Tofte, MN 55615 Phone: (218) 663-7605
North Shore Commercial Fishing Museum 7136 W Highway 61 Tofte, MN 55615 Phone: (218) 663-7804
North Shore Market & Bottle Shop 7125 W Highway 61 Tofte, MN 55615 Phone: (218) 663-7288
Sawbill Canoe Outfitters 4620 Sawbill Trail Tofte, MN 55615 Phone: (218) 663-7150
Sawtooth Outfitters 7213 W Highway 61 Tofte, MN 55615 Phone: (218) 663-7643
Sugar Beach Resort 7316 Tofte Park Road Tofte, MN 55615 Phone: (218) 663-7595
Tall Tale Yarn Shop 7197 Bayview Drive Tofte, MN 55615 Phone: (218) 663-7557
Temperance Valley Tile and Stone Tofte, MN 55615 Phone: (218) 663-7116
Tofte Charters Tofte, MN 55615 Phone: (218) 663-9932
Tofte City and Fire Hall 7240 Tofte Park Road Tofte, MN 55615 Phone: (218) 663-7619
Tofte Mini Storage 7517 W Highway 61 Tofte, MN 55615 Phone: (218) 663-7307
Tracks Restaurant and Bar 11 Bridge Run Lane Tofte, MN 55615 Phone: (218) 663-7316
WatersEdge Trading Co 7124 W Highway 61 Tofte, MN 55615 Phone: (218) 663-7021 Web: www.watersedgetrading.com We offer merchandise that enables you to enjoy the wilderness and beauty of our area. If you plan on hiking the Superior Hiking Trail, our camping section carries small necessities for camping and hiking, as well as large packs from Granite Gear and Lowe Alpine.

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Topographic map is courtesy of the Minnesota DNR - click map to zoom or enlarge

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