Founded in 1906, Askov is a town rich in character! Of Danish heritage, Askov boasts street signs in the native language, Danish! Located along Highway 23, also known as the Evergreen Memorial Highway, this town of 376 offers two city parks. The Kettle River runs through nearby Banning State Park, which creates breath taking scenery. Wolf Creek Falls, Hell's Gate, Blueberry Slide and Dragon Tooth all contribute to this park's beauty and serenity!

Askov's summerfest, Rutabaga Days,offers fresh produce, arts and crafts, square and folk dancing native of danish heritage, and baseball shaped Danish pancakes called aebleskiver!