GrattanMN
A town of 35. Nearly 71.1% of it is conserved land.
What makes Grattan stand out
The thing Grattan does most differently from other towns.
35 people, and everyone knows the way
In a town this size, neighbors are the best guide. Ask them anything.
Grattan’s report card
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Weather
Forecast →Upcoming events
Nothing on the calendar.
The data
Ordered by what stands out in Grattan. Another town gets a different order.
Nearly a third of Grattan is conserved land
5.1 miles of trails across 4 parks and preserves.
| Biggest places to walk | Trails | Acres |
|---|---|---|
| 1. Chippewa National Forest | 1.8 mi | 7,192 |
| 2. Lost 40 SNA | 0.6 mi | 130 |
| 3. Big Fork State Forest | 0.2 mi | 9,050 |
High risk, with inland flooding at the top
Expected storm and flood damage is higher than in 74% of U.S. communities.
Snowy winters, pleasant summers
Grattan has cold, snowy winters and pleasant summers. A typical July afternoon reaches 78°, a January night drops to -4°, and about 64 inches of snow falls in a normal winter.
Typical low → high °F
How healthy Grattan is
Grattan beats the Minnesota average on 7 of 32 CDC measures and trails it on 14.
| What stands out | Grattan | MN |
|---|---|---|
| Fewer binge drinkers | 14.8% | 17.8% |
| Fewer adults facing housing insecurity | 8.1% | 9.3% |
| More adults with heart disease | 9.9% | 5.9% |
5 miles of trails in Grattan
71.1% of the town is conserved land, across 4 parks and preserves.
About Grattan
Unincorporated community in Minnesota, United States
Grattan is an unincorporated community in Grattan Township, Itasca County, Minnesota, United States. The community is located northwest of Wirt; near the junction of Itasca County Roads 26 and 31. The boundary line between Itasca and Koochiching counties is nearby. Nearby places include Northome, Dora Lake, and Wirt. Grattan is located 12 miles east-southeast of Northome; and 11 miles northwest of Wirt. Grattan is 49 miles northwest of Deer River. Grattan is located within ZIP code 56661 based in Northome. A post office previously operated in the community of Grattan, first as Pinetop (1901–1920), and then as Grattan (1920–1935), until its closing in 1935. Moose Brook and Windigo Creek are.…
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- Elevation
- 1,352 ft