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Pelican Rapids, MN
Pelican Rapids is a city in Otter Tail County, Minnesota, United States. The population was 2,577 at the 2020 census. Pelican Rapids was platted in 1872, and named for the rapids on the Pelican River. It incorporated in 1882.
The community of Pelican Rapids boasts enormous natural beauty in its sweeping fields, rolling hills, and plentiful pristine lakes. Yet its most enduring beauty is intangible and can be found in the innovative spirit of its citizenry as they improve their lives and invigorate the local economy. Long recognized as a premier living location, Pelican Rapids is the third largest city in the county of Otter Tail. Local landmarks include "Pelican Pete", a sculpture constructed beside the river in 1957 that is claimed to be the world's largest statue of a pelican. 1048 of Minnesota's 10,000 Lakes are in Otter Tail County. Come and enjoy Maplewood State Park, The Pine to Prairie Birding Trail, Heart of the Lakes Trail and the Otter Trail Scenic Byway!
