1967 Map of Circle Pines

About this map

The expanding northern suburbs of the Twin Cities take shape in this mid-century survey, centered on the growing communities of Blaine, Circle Pines, and Lexington. The landscape is a transition between suburban development and the wetland systems of the Anoka Sand Plain, dominated by Coon Creek and the southern edge of the Carlos Avery State Wildlife Management Area. Aviation and institutional infrastructure are prominent, including the Anoka County Airport (Janes Field) and a local State Correction Center. Local life is anchored by community landmarks such as Centennial Sch, St Joseph Sch, and several neighborhood churches. Further north, smaller settlements like Johnsville and Ostman Park appear alongside expansive marshes and lakes, including Baldwin Lake and Rice Lake, illustrating the area's characteristic mix of residential growth and preserved natural drainage.