#2: The Northwest Angle, Minnesota: A Northern Slice Marooned by Water
The Northwest Angle is the northernmost point of the contiguous United States, yet it is cut off from the rest of Minnesota by the Lake of the Woods. To reach it by land, travelers must pass through Canada, making border crossings a routine part of life. In winter, frozen lakes sometimes offer direct routes, but these come with their own risks. The area remains sparsely populated, with fishing and tourism sustaining its economy.
