Proceeds are placed back into the community. Mahtomedi is a quaint city with lovely homes that has a small town feel. James J. Hill, who amassed a fortune when railroads ruled the country, owned the 5,548 acres of land where the beautiful City of North Oaks presides. Located west of White Bear Lake, North Oaks was incorporated in July of 1956. Today, its population is estimated at 3,600.
Extensive trails wind through the properties.
Wild and wooded areas are everywhere. North Oaks is a private community. Residential areas are closed to all but invited guests and residents. Vadnais Heights was incorporated in 1957 with a population of about 2,000. The city's current population is approximately 12,500.