Independence

Independence combines a rural setting with easy access to the Twin Cities, reflecting its position in western Hennepin County. Lake Independence, a broad inland lake near the community, is the area’s defining geographic feature and supports boating, fishing and seasonal recreation. Although part of the Minneapolis–Saint Paul metropolitan region, the city remains marked by open land, wooded pockets and low-density residential roads rather than a dense urban core. Its local rhythm is closely tied to outdoor time and Minnesota’s changing seasons. See how Independence fits into western Hennepin County by browsing webcams nearby.

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