City of Pine City is a local unit of government based out of 300 5th St SE Ste 1, Pine City, MN, United States. The City of Pine City offers attractive, livable neighborhoods and great retail and industrial development opportunities. Situated just north of the Twin Cities metropolitan area and just south of Duluth, the community of nearly 10,000 people (city population around 3,100) has growth potential in many areas - tourism, industry, health care and technology. As part of the community the Pine City Area Chamber of Commerce is available to provide general information about Pine City, business-related amenities, and events in the area throughout the year. Pine City is also an excellent place to enjoy Minnesota. It is a woodsy getaway just north of the Minneapolis-St.Paul Metropolitan Statistical Area. Nestled near the forests on the banks of the meandering Snake River and the 938-acre Cross Lake, Pine City is a recreational haven appealing to virtually all types of outdoor enthusiasts. Water lovers will also find activities on the 1,536-acre Pokegama Lake to the west or the St. Croix National Scenic Riverway to the east. Area residents and visitors also enjoy hiking, biking, camping, cross country skiing, four-wheeling, snowmobiling and other outdoor activities because of the nearness of the Chengwatana State Forest and the St. Croix State Park. The basis of the economy is manufacturing, service-oriented work and agriculture. A vibrant downtown business district, three shopping centers (Pine Plaza, Evergreen Square and Northridge Center) provide consumers with all types of goods and services. Interested in moving your family or business to the area? Contact our helpful staff in the Community Development Department! Pine City is a wonderful place to visit and call home!