Canada (MB) - USA (MN) on 525/49 - Northwest Angle
Posted by: 
PeterNoG
N 49° 17.286 W 095° 09.204
15U E 343410 N 5461714
The northern most legal border crossing in the lower 48 and it's unmanned. This 23 km border is the only land connection that Minnesota's Northwest Angle has.
Waymark Code: WM7FFG
Location: Minnesota, United States
Date Posted: 10/19/2009
Views: 17
The U.S. Welcome sign explains it.
Welcome To The United States
You are entering the Northwest Angle, Minnesota
Please Report To U.S. Officers For Inspection Via The Videophone
At Jim's Corner. (8 Miles Ahead)
After Your Stay In The Northwest Angle And Prior To Your Entry
Back Into Canada, You Must Contact Canada Customs Using The
Videophone. RABC Permit Holders With No Goods To Declare Are
Exempt From This Requirement.
Thank You For Your Cooperation
Have A Nice Day
The "Videophone" is a super-sized phone booth. Press one button to "talk" to the U.S. Customs and another button to connect with Canada Customs.
During the 8 miles ride to the Videophone, there are a LOT of "nagging" signs, reminding you to stop at the Videophone.
Type Of Crossing: Country
Where is the border located?: Rural Road
Welcome Center/Facilities: No
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