2013 Map of Cambria

About this map

Cambria and the small settlement of Butternut anchor this rural landscape in the Minnesota River Valley. The terrain is defined by the winding course of the Minnesota River and the Little Cottonwood River along the northern boundary, where dramatic elevation changes meet the water's edge. The region’s agricultural character is evidenced by an extensive drainage system, including the Judicial Ditch Number Nine and Judicial Ditch Number Fortyeight, which manage the many prairie wetlands and lakebeds. Notable landmarks for local researchers include the Cambria Cemetery and Our Saviors Cemetery, providing important touchstones for genealogical work. The area is dotted with numerous water bodies like Armstrong Lake and Harris Lake, while the presence of Solberg Lakebed illustrates the evolving nature of the region's hydrology and land use in the early 21st century.