Clearwater, Minnesota is situated between the Mississippi River and the Clearwater River, mostly in northern Wright County, although a portion of the city extends into Stearns County. Interstate Highway 94 and Minnesota Highway 24 are the main routes through the city. Clearwater is twelve miles south of St. Cloud, sixteen miles northwest of Monticello, and twenty-five miles northwest of Buffalo. Other nearby communities include Becker, Cable, Clear Lake, Enfield, Hasty, Luxemburg, St. Augusta, Silver Creek, and South Haven. The area that became Clearwater was known as Suland to the Indians, and The Big Woods to European-American settlers when they came in the 1850s. Alonzo Boyington and Asa White had claims in the area in 1854, and proposed the name of Eldorado for the new town. A year later, Simon Stevens, Horace Webster and John Farwell made claims on a bluff overlooking the two rivers, and the new townsite was named Clearwater in 1856, and a post office was put into operation that same year. The Clearwater River provided electric power for a saw mill and a couple of flour mills. During the Sioux uprising, a stockade was constructed around the Congregational Church. In 1897, rains brought fourteen inches of water in four hours, destroying the Clearwater mill dam and the railroad bridge. Three properties in Clearwater are listed on the National Register of Historic Places: the First Congregational Church of Clearwater, built in 1861, the 1863 William W. Webster House, and the Clearwater Masonic and Grand Army of the Republic Hall, constructed in 1888.
 
 
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Serving the Catholic community of Clearwater, Minnesota, the church is located on Huber Avenue NW. Staff contacts and office numbers are published to the site, along with mass times, a confession schedule, and a calendar of upcoming events. Its ministries are outlined, and a church bulletin is included.
http://churchofstlukes.com/
Clearwater American Legion Post 323
Made up of former military members in Clearwater and the St. Cloud area, the veterans’ outreach organization offers a variety of activities, events, and special projects for its membership and the larger community. Meeting schedules, a calendar of events, a menu for its club restaurant, and a newsletter are featured.
http://clearwaterlegion.org/
Clearwater Area Historical Society
The non-profit organization was established to chronicle the history of the Clearwater, Minnesota area for the purpose of collecting artifacts, documents and memorabilia, preserving historical places, and providing educational programs and materials relating to Clearwater, Minnesota. Historical places are highlighted, and a calendar of events are posted to the site.
http://www.clearwaterhistory.org/
Situated in Clearwater, Minnesota, the company leases construction and landscaping equipment, such as bobcats, tractors, tillers, excavators, tables, tents, jackhammers, tile cutters, drain cleaners, auto tools, scaffolding, pressure washers, and demolition equipment. Customer reviews and contacts are included.
http://clearwaterrentalcenter.com/
The official government site introduces township board members, posts meeting agendas and minutes, ordinances, resolutions, and a calendar of events. A township directory, maps, and public notices are posted to the site, with a guide to recycling, a contact form, a links to other useful sites.
http://www.clearwatertownship.org/
Located along Minnesota Highway 24, the truck and travel center in Clearwater, Minnesota offers a full restaurant and pub, a gift shop, convenience store, trucker’s lounge, food court, and fuel station. Its amenities for travelers and professional drivers are set forth, with special offers and coupons, career information, and contacts.
http://www.clearwatertravelplaza.com/
Founded in 1855, Clearwater is located in the northern tip of Wright County, Minnesota. The official city web site offers a profile, history and demographics for the community, council agendas and minutes, city codes and policies, office hours, and administrative and departmental contacts. Public notices are posted to the site.
http://www.clearwatercity.com/
Based in Clearwater, Minnesota, the outfitter company offers canoe, kayak and board trips down the Mississippi River, as well as the sale or rental of kayaks, canoes, boards, and other paddling resources, camping or fishing supplies, or other products. Its location, products, hours, and reservation policies are featured.
http://www.cwoutfitting.com/
Eagle Trace Golf & Event Center
Open to the public, the 18-hole golf course in Clearwater, Minnesota offers views of the Mississippi River, three practice greens, a full-length driving range, pro shop, a banquet and event center, lower level meeting rooms, bar and grill, and pools. Tee times, an online shopping area, and special offers are included.
http://www.eagletracegolf.com/
The full-service small animal veterinary hospital offers medical, surgical, and dental care. Its location, an overview of its services, payment options, office hours, and appointment policies are put forth, along with several informational pages on topics related to pet wellness and health.
http://www.kelneranimalhospital.com/
Affiliated with the Evangelical Lutheran Church in America and the Southwest Minnesota Synod, the congregation meets at its facilities on County Road 75 in Clearwater, Minnesota. Service schedules, a calendar of upcoming programs and events, leadership contacts, and office hours are posted.
http://www.rejoicelutheranchurch.org/
Locally owned and operated, the family restaurant in Clearwater, Minnesota offers breakfast, lunch, and beer specials, as well as Sunday brunch. Directions to the restaurant, a food menu, beer and wine menu, special offers, photographs, hours of operation, and contacts are posted to the site.
http://www.thekettleclearwater.com/