Whether you are looking for a great place to raise a family or a quiet place to retire, Rothsay might just be the place for you! Take a leisurely stroll through our community online and discover all that Rothsay has to offer...affordable housing, a quality education system, innovative opportunities for students, beautiful parks, and most of all, great neighbors!

Rothsay is located on the western edge of the lakes country in western Minnesota. Located right off the I-94 Interstate and just 35 minutes from Fargo, North Dakota, Rothsay is a great place to call home! Enjoy the quiet, safe, and peaceful life of small town U.S.A, with easy access to shopping, entertainment, and employment in Fargo and many other surrounding communities within a few minutes driving time. Throughout the area you'll find prairie, gently rolling hills, and an abundance of lakes to satisfy any, and all, outdoor activities!

Rothsay is the Prairie Chicken Capital of Minnesota and home to the largest prairie chicken on the planet. This fine specimen is 13 feet high, 18 feet long and weighs 9,000 pounds. No visit to Rothsay is complete without stopping for a snapshot of our prairie chicken! Don't miss this photo opportunity!