Chaska ( ) is a city in and the county seat of Carver County, Minnesota, United States. The population was 27,810 at the 2020 census. An outer ring suburb of the Twin Cities located southwest of Minneapolis, Chaska is home to the Hazeltine National Golf Club, which has hosted two PGA Championships and the Ryder Cup. The City of Chaska merged with Chaska Township in 2006.
Etymology
The name "Chaska" is an anglicization of the Dakota word čhaské, which means "first-born son." It is commonly given as a name to oldest sons in Dakota communities.
History
thumb|left|Guardian Angels Catholic Church in Chaska was built with the characteristic yellow [[Chaska brick.]]
Chaska's history reflects the influence of the Native American culture. The first inhabitants are believed to be the Mound Builders, whose ancient communities are marked by mounds in City Square. and 20th best in 2009.
In September 2016, Chaska hosted the Ryder Cup at Hazeltine National Golf Course, and in March 2018, the PGA of America, with help from the U.S. Curling team, announced Hazeltine would be the first American venue to host a second Ryder Cup in 2028.
Geography
According to the United States Census Bureau, the city has a total area of , of which is land and is water. The downtown portion of Chaska lies on the Minnesota River.
Chaska Boulevard (Old Highway 212), Pioneer Trail, U.S. Highway 212, and Minnesota State Highway 41 are four of the main routes in Chaska.