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DeForest Wisconsin Map

Explore DeForest, 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 DeForest, Wisconsin

How to Use This DeForest, Wisconsin Map

This interactive map shows the street layout and satellite imagery for DeForest, 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 DeForest.

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	DeForest
State	Wisconsin (WI)
County	Dane County
Country	United States of America
Timezone	Central Time (America/Chicago)

Latitude	43.246722
Longitude	-89.357467
Population	10,811
Density	491.2 /km²
Incorporated	Yes
ZIP Code	53532
Area Code	715
County Seat	Madison
School District	DeForest Area School District

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About DeForest, Wisconsin

DeForest is a locality in Dane County, Wisconsin, United States. It has a population of 10,811. The population density is 491.2 people per km². DeForest is located at 43.2467°N, 89.3575°W. It observes the Central Time (America/Chicago) timezone. DeForest is an incorporated locality. ZIP code: 53532.

DeForest possesses a landscape defined by the quiet persistence of the Yahara River as it traces a path through the flat, fertile plains of south-central Wisconsin. It lies 6.8 miles northeast of Waunakee, WI (from Waunakee, WI: bearing 56°T), and is situated 7.9 miles northwest of Sun Prairie. Beyond the immediate riverbanks, the terrain stretches into expansive agricultural fields that catch the late afternoon light, casting long shadows across the soil. Residents often look toward the distant horizon where the faint silhouette of Black Hawk Ridge marks the edge of the regional topography. Veterans Memorial Park provides a central green space where the pace of life slows, offering a grounded perspective on the local environment. A short trip reveals the calm surface of Token Creek Pond, which reflects the wide, open skies that dominate this inland expanse.

DeForest grew from the modest ambitions of early settlers who recognized the agricultural potential of the surrounding prairie and established a hub for regional trade. The economy shifted over time from its original reliance on small-scale farming to a more diverse industrial base that supports modern manufacturing and logistics. Local business owners and workers maintain a steady, disciplined rhythm that honors the industrious spirit of those who first cleared the land. The architecture of the older storefronts suggests a functional history, where commerce and community were built on the necessity of regional self-reliance. Even as new developments expand the footprint of DeForest, the underlying connection to the land remains a primary influence on the economic character of the region.

Cultural life in DeForest is shaped by a blend of long-standing traditions and the practical, unassuming nature of the Midwest. The community gathers during local events that celebrate the turning seasons, reinforcing social bonds that have been cultivated over several generations. Residents hold a quiet pride in the town’s identity, often pointing to the local schools as the cornerstones of their shared future. Notable individuals such as the professional athlete Joe Thomas, who grew up in the area, reflect the grounded, hardworking values instilled by this environment. Whether spending time at Veterans Memorial Park or participating in neighborhood gatherings, people here maintain a sense of belonging that feels both deliberate and sincere.

Nearby Outdoor Places

Unknown Park (Local Park) — 0.2 mi, 347° N
Veterans Memorial Park (Local Park) — 0.7 mi, 082° E
Pink Elephant (Public Artwork) — 1.2 mi, 281° W
Holland Fields (Local Conservation Area) — 1.4 mi, 143° SE
DeForest Performing Arts Center (Theatre) — 1.5 mi, 097° E
Prarie Creek Conservation Area (Local Conservation Area) — 2.5 mi, 160° S
Dane County Waterfowl Production Area (Resource Management Area) — 3.5 mi, 270° W
Cherokee Marsh Fishery Area (State Recreation Area) — 3.6 mi, 184° S
Natural Area (State Conservation Area) — 4.6 mi, 200° S
Statewide Habitat Areas (State Conservation Area) — 4.7 mi, 137° SE
Statewide Habitat Areas - Sd (State Recreation Area) — 4.7 mi, 137° SE
Small Auditorium (Theatre) — 6.6 mi, 229° SW
Performing Arts Center (Arts Centre) — 6.7 mi, 229° SW
Governor Nelson State Park (State Park) — 7.9 mi, 206° SW
Eagle Mound (Historic Ruins) — 8.3 mi, 194° S
Deer Mound (Historic Ruins) — 8.3 mi, 194° S
Joseph Solomon (Monument) — 9.0 mi, 166° S
Tyler Knipfer (Monument) — 9.2 mi, 181° S
Ice Age Trail - Sd (State Park) — 9.3 mi, 287° W
John Muir View (Monument) — 9.4 mi, 348° N
Tandem Press (Gallery) — 9.7 mi, 181° S
Tenney Park Breakwater (Viewpoint) — 10.5 mi, 184° S
Talbot Studio And Gallery (Gallery) — 10.6 mi, 178° S
Wildlife Exhibit (Zoo / Wildlife Park) — 10.7 mi, 359° N
Great Plains Paleontolgy (Museum) — 11.2 mi, 181° S
Madison Youth Arts (MYArts) (Arts Centre) — 11.2 mi, 184° S
Raymer's Ravine (Attraction) — 11.7 mi, 201° S
Black Hawk's Cave (Attraction) — 11.9 mi, 202° S
Overture Center For The Arts (Gallery) — 12.0 mi, 187° S

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