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Appleton Wisconsin Map

Explore Appleton, Wisconsin, with this interactive street and satellite map.

This page also offers TOPO MAPS — the official USGS topographic sheets — plus USGS aerial imagery, a labelled USNG grid overlay, a distance and bearing tool, and a GPS grid-reference readout. See How to Use This Map below.

Interactive Map of Appleton, Wisconsin

How to Use This Appleton, Wisconsin Map

This interactive map shows the street layout and satellite imagery for Appleton, Wisconsin. Use the Map and Satellite buttons above to switch between street map and aerial imagery views. Use the + and − buttons to zoom in or out, or scroll your mouse wheel while holding the Control key to zoom. On a touchscreen, use a two-finger pinch gesture. Drag the map to pan to any area of Wisconsin or beyond.

Click ⛶ Fullscreen to expand the map to fill your screen. To return to the normal page view, press the Escape key, click the ✕ Exit Fullscreen button that appears above the map, or on a mobile device tap the back button (Android) or the close icon (iOS).

TOPO MAPS — NEW. Click the green 🔍 Search Maps button below the map to open a second map with a Base map row offering three choices. OSM is the standard OpenStreetMap street map. Topo shows the official USGS topographic maps from The National Map — contours, hydrography, land cover and shaded relief, the same mapping used for hiking, hunting and back-country navigation in the Adirondacks, the Catskills and the Finger Lakes. Imagery shows USGS aerial photography, mostly 1-metre NAIP. The search box finds any US town, county or landmark by name, so you are not limited to Appleton.

Reading the map like a paper quad. Click Grid to overlay the U.S. National Grid (USNG), labelled along the edges exactly as a printed topographic sheet is — at normal zoom the squares are one kilometre across, so you can read a six-figure grid reference by eye and judge distance directly off the map. Click Measure, then tap two points, to get the distance between them together with the grid bearing in degrees and mils, the true bearing, and the magnetic bearing to set on a compass.

Click 📍 My position to take a single GPS reading from your device. It marks where you are and reports your position as a USNG grid reference as well as plain latitude and longitude — USNG being the format FEMA and US search and rescue teams work from — with a Copy position button so you can paste it straight into a text message. It takes one reading and stops, rather than tracking continuously, to conserve your battery. Note that map tiles need cell coverage, but a GPS reading does not — your coordinates stay correct even where the map itself cannot load.

City	Appleton
State	Wisconsin (WI)
County	Outagamie County
Country	United States of America
Timezone	Central Time (America/Chicago)

Latitude	44.277947
Longitude	-88.388264
Population	75,644
Density	1178.2 /km²
Incorporated	Yes
ZIP Codes	54911, 54914, 54912, 54913, 54915
Area Code	715
County Seat	Appleton
School District	Appleton Area School District

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About Appleton, Wisconsin

Appleton is a locality in Outagamie County, Wisconsin, United States. It has a population of 75,644. The population density is 1178.2 people per km². Appleton is located at 44.2779°N, 88.3883°W. It observes the Central Time (America/Chicago) timezone. Appleton is an incorporated locality. ZIP codes: 54911, 54914, 54912.

Appleton occupies a broad, steady expanse of the Wisconsin landscape, characterized by the quiet persistence of its inland plains and the deep, dark soil that defines the regional character. It lies 1.8 miles southeast of Grand Chute, WI (from Grand Chute, WI: bearing 140°T), and is situated 5.8 miles north-northeast of Neenah. The Fox River cuts a deliberate path through the terrain, its currents carrying the weight of the seasons as it flows just a mile from the center of town, while the waters of Little Lake Butte Des Morts lie a mere two miles away, offering a still reflection of the sky. The land here does not rise in dramatic peaks, though the distant elevation of Gopher Hill, fifteen miles away, provides a faint anchor for the horizon. Within the immediate boundaries, Arbutus Park offers a reprieve of green space where the air often carries the crisp, sharp scent of damp earth and coming frost, grounding Appleton in a geography of practical beauty.

Early settlers were drawn to the potential of the water, recognizing that the natural energy of the region could sustain a permanent existence. The founding of Appleton grew from a necessity for industry, as the reliance on local resources shaped the way the streets were laid out and the buildings were constructed. There is a weight to the architecture here, a sense that the structures were built to withstand the long, gray winters that settle over the plains. Over time, the identity of Appleton solidified through the labor of those who cleared the timber and broke the ground, leaving a legacy of endurance that still informs the way residents move through their daily lives.

Economic life in Appleton remains tied to a heritage of manufacturing and paper production, industries that have adapted to the changing demands of the modern era. The presence of Lawrence University adds an intellectual current to the local economy, drawing students and faculty who contribute to the rhythm of the academic year. Infrastructure is maintained with a stoic attention to detail, ensuring that the roads and utilities function reliably despite the pressures of the climate. The people of Appleton work with a steady, unadorned competence, maintaining a local environment where the focus remains on the tangible output of their efforts and the long-term stability of the regional market.

Cultural life in Appleton finds its expression in the collective gathering of neighbors for annual events and local festivals that mark the turning of the year. While the town does not host major professional franchises, the spirit of competition thrives in the support for regional college athletics, where the intensity of the crowd mirrors the quiet resolve of the surrounding farmland. Harry Houdini, who spent parts of his youth here, remains the most widely recognized figure associated with the local history, his legacy of mystery providing a curious contrast to the pragmatic nature of the town. Landmarks like the grand, historic theaters serve as centers for the arts, ensuring that even in the quiet of an inland winter, the spirit of the people remains engaged with the wider world.

Nearby Outdoor Places

Appleton Memorial Park (Local Park) — 0.7 mi, 013° N
Telulah Park (Local Park) — 0.9 mi, 163° S
North Island Park Trail (Local Recreation) — 1.2 mi, 181° S
Stansbury Theatre (Theatre) — 1.2 mi, 209° SW
Harper Hall (Theatre) — 1.2 mi, 208° SW
Newberry Trail (Local Recreation) — 1.3 mi, 178° S
Lawrence University Arch (Attraction) — 1.3 mi, 209° SW
Aerial Landscape (Public Artwork) — 1.3 mi, 202° S
Trout Museum of Art (Gallery) — 1.3 mi, 210° SW
Mill Creek Ravine (Monument) — 1.4 mi, 239° SW
Harry Houdini meets Edna Ferber (Monument) — 1.4 mi, 215° SW
Appleton History Museum (Museum) — 1.4 mi, 226° SW
Building for Kids (Attraction) — 1.4 mi, 220° SW
Harry Houdini Bust (Monument) — 1.5 mi, 218° SW
Harry Houdini Childhood Home (Attraction) — 1.5 mi, 219° SW
The Draw (Arts Centre) — 1.6 mi, 194° S
Golf Course (Park) — 1.9 mi, 180° S
Atlas Science Center (Museum) — 2.0 mi, 216° SW
Rock Island 17177 Caboose (Attraction) — 2.8 mi, 239° SW
Aylward Gallery (Gallery) — 3.5 mi, 203° SW
Barlow Planetarium (Museum) — 3.5 mi, 202° S
Kimberly Point (Viewpoint) — 6.9 mi, 203° SW
Doty Museum (Museum) — 6.9 mi, 205° SW
High Cliff State Park (State Park) — 8.8 mi, 148° SE
Potawatomi State Park (State Park) — 9.4 mi, 149° SE

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