The county was named for Lake Itasca, which lies to the west.
The seat and largest city is Grand Rapids.
The county borders Koochiching, St. Louis, Aitkin, Cass and Beltrami Counties.
Main Highways include US-2, US-71, US-169, MN-1, MN-6, MN-38 and MN-65.
Cities
Ball Club
Grand Rapids
Marble