Longville, situated at the heart of north Cass County’s lake country, is everything you would want from an “Up North” town. Longville has been known to be a popular vacation destination for some time now due to the surrounding lakes and forests. With a wide range of recreation and beautiful scenery, you’re sure to find peace here. Interested in moving to the Longville Lakes area? Check out our listings here!

Recreation

Located in the middle of multiple lakes, Longville is the perfect place to get outside and enjoy the beauty. With many recreational activity options here such as fishing, hiking, cross-country skiing, and snowmobiling, it’s an outdoor lovers paradise.

Shopping

Longville really has a small-town Minnesota feel to it. With many local stores, you can find all the necessities. The One Stop Shop and Tabaka’s Family Foods will provide you with most of what you’re looking for here. However, if you’re looking for something a little more uncommon you might have to travel but there are many larger towns within a driveable distance.

Dining

One of the best aspects of this lakeside community are the wonderful dining options right off the lake! Places such as Patrick’s Fine Dining and Docksider Bar are located right next to the lake. Go in for a drink or bite to eat and you can walk right out to see the lake after.

Green/Environmental

Since Longville has so many lakes and natural resources the city works with the community to help preserve the beauty the area has to offer. From comprehensive recycling and composting to utilizing sustainable building practices and more, the city is working toward increasing the quality of life for all residents.

Schools

Longville residents are located in the Northland Community School District with schools located in Remer. Just a short drive away you can find an elementary school as well as a high school to send kids of all ages.

Transportation

The Jefferson Lines bus runs through Cass County and provides public transportation with stops in multiple towns.

Local Government

The Longville City Council consists of the town Mayor and four additional council members. City Council meetings are held at Longville City hall on the third Wednesday of every month.

City History

Longville began as a logging town back in 1906. Due to all of the surrounding lakes in the area fishing became very popular early and still is today. Also due to the lakes, Longville grew to be a highly traveled town for tourists and cabins. Most of the cabins in the area were built in the mid-1900s and they have done their best to maintain the quaint small town personality.