2019 Map of Anoka

About this map

The Mississippi River serves as the central artery for this northern Twin Cities metropolitan area, dividing Anoka and Champlin while defining the border between Anoka and Hennepin counties. The confluence of the Rum River and the Mississippi provides a historic focal point in the city of Anoka, where the Mill Pond and several islands like Kings Island and Cloquet Island characterize the river's path. Extensive parklands are preserved within the Mississippi National River and Recreation Area. Several significant burial sites appear across the landscape, including the Anoka State Hospital Cem, Forest Hill Cem, and Oakwood Cem. Suburban growth in Maple Grove and Andover is evident, yet the map retains many natural features such as Diamond Lake, Hayden Lake, and Goose Lake, showing the balance between modern development and the region's wetlands.