Waite Park is one of the fastest growing communities both commercially and residentially over the past 30 years in Central Minnesota. The town is named for Henry Chester Waite, a former State Representative and lawyer.
Ever heard of the Minnesota gold rush? This brief 1858 adventure attracted hopeful miners, but nature had other plans. Dive into this intriguing piece of history.
Back in the day, a small Minnesota town was abandoned. This ghost town eventually became a state park and you can still find remnants of the town today.