Situated between the St. Croix River and Mississippi watersheds rests Demark Township, a swath of land stretching for over 30 square miles. Despite its large size, this township in Minnesota's Washington County only has a population of about 1,900 people. Because Denmark is sparsely populated and surrounded by nature, residents are privy to a unique sense of solitude from the Twin Cities. Township Board Supervisor John Strohfus explains, "Denmark is predominantly agriculture: a lot of apple orchards, but traditional row crop farms as well." Houses here are scattered throughout the town, with prices starting at $300,000 and going up as high as $2 million for custom-designed properties. Although the area is largely rural, crossing over to the towns of Hastings & Prescott will reveal an abundance of locally owned shops and restaurants.
The St. Croix River lines the eastern border of Denmark Township.
Iconic red barns stand out on the lush farmland of Denmark Township.
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From farmhouses to custom Craftsman homes
Houses are scattered across the Denmark Township's vast acreage, with farmhouses and ranch-style homes being the most prominent architectural styles. Custom colonial-style and Craftsman-style homes, which are some of the larger houses in the township, may also be found. Prices start at $300,000 and go up to $2 million for the largest homes with views of the St. Croix River.
A new craftsman style home can be found in Denmark Township.
Millennium homes with colonial elements are spotted throughout Denmark Township.
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Enjoying a day at Afton State and St. Croix Regional Park
Denmark Township is home to several expansive parks, which makes it especially attractive for those who love the outdoors. Afton State Park, located right across from the St. Croix River, is open every day from 8 a.m. until 10 p.m. Residents often go here for all sorts of outdoor recreational activities, such as birdwatching, hiking and camping. The park also has a picnic area, beach and visitor center. St. Croix Regional Park is another neighborhood highlight, stretching across 685 acres of land, with dense woodland for campers and various athletic fields.
Enjoy a leisurely afternoon at the Afton State Park Beach and enjoy the views of the St. Croix.
Boats head into the river from the harbor at St Croix Bluffs Regional Park in Denmark Township.
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Heading over to Hastings and Prescott for shopping & dining
There are few shopping and dining options in the neighborhood, but residents only need to travel over the bridge into the towns of Prescott & Hastings to find more local businesses. Froth & Cork at Hastings is a coffee shop located inside a historic brick home. This "coffee wine bar" is known for its coffee flight, a unique concoction. Hastings also has a Walgreens for groceries and other needs. Prescott is home to Lucille's, the town's signature restaurant. Lucille's signature dish is the "If You Like Pina Colada…Chicken Strips," battered in rum, coconut and pineapple.
Downtown Hastings is located south of Denmark Township across the Mississippi River.
Downtown Prescott, Wisconsin, is located just across the river from Denmark Township.
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Hastings High School: We are the champions
Denmark Township students can travel to nearby towns for their education. They can begin their journey at Kennedy Elementary School, which earns an A-minus rating from Niche. Students can then attend Hastings Middle School and Hastings High School, which hold a B and B-plus rating from Niche, respectively. Hastings High School is known for its marching band program, which has won a half-dozen state championships since 2012.
Kennedy Elementary School serves grades K through 4.
Hastings Middle School has a student-teacher ratio of 20 to 1.
Residents in Denmark Township can enroll their kids into Hastings High School.
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Apple picking, corn mazes and more
During the fall, residents head to Afton Apple Orchard, a family-owned and operated orchard that offers apple and berry picking. Afton Apple also features a 15-acre corn maze, hayrides, a playground and a petting farm for locals to enjoy. Aside from these features, the orchard hosts events that include the flower festival and a tractor showcase.
Highway 100 leads to downtown Minneapolis
Residents of Denmark Township rely heavily on vehicles to get around. The neighborhood is located next to Highway 100, which can take drivers into downtown Minneapolis, about a 30-mile drive.
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