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Fitchburg Wisconsin Map

Explore Fitchburg, 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 Fitchburg, Wisconsin

How to Use This Fitchburg, Wisconsin Map

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

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

Latitude	42.985782
Longitude	-89.425334
Population	29,609
Density	327.4 /km²
Incorporated	Yes
ZIP Code	53575
Area Code	715
County Seat	Madison
School District	Oregon School District

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About Fitchburg, Wisconsin

Fitchburg is a locality in Dane County, Wisconsin, United States. It has a population of 29,609. The population density is 327.4 people per km². Fitchburg is located at 42.9858°N, 89.4253°W. It observes the Central Time (America/Chicago) timezone. Fitchburg is an incorporated locality. ZIP code: 53575.

Fitchburg maintains a quiet presence defined by expansive, fertile plains that stretch toward the horizon. It lies 3.8 miles east-southeast of Verona, WI (from Verona, WI: bearing 123°T), and is situated 8.5 miles south-southwest of Madison. The landscape around Fitchburg is shaped by a gentle topography that invites slow, deliberate observation, particularly as the golden light of late afternoon settles over the fields. Those who walk the trails near the Country Vineyard Greenway often notice how the air feels crisp and still, carrying the scent of dry grass and rich earth. To the west, the distant silhouette of Sand Ridge marks the edge of the sky, grounding the view in a steady, geologic permanence. Water plays a subtle role in this terrain, with the modest flow of Badger Mill Creek providing a quiet rhythm to the nearby lowlands. A few miles away, the quiet surface of Lake Harriett reflects the changing seasons, offering a singular point of focus amidst the open expanse.

Fitchburg traces its heritage to an agricultural foundation that has evolved into a diversified economy focused on research and light industry. Early settlers recognized the value of the dark, productive soil, establishing a rhythm of life that remains tied to the cycles of the harvest. Today, that legacy of cultivation persists alongside modern office corridors and professional hubs that draw people from the surrounding region. The local economy thrives on a blend of tradition and innovation, where the legacy of small-scale farming informs a pragmatic approach to growth. Even as new businesses take root, the influence of Fisher Valley lingers in the way the town organizes its space, favoring wide vistas over dense, vertical congestion. This equilibrium between the historical agrarian identity and contemporary enterprise defines the character of the people who work and reside here.

Cultural life in Fitchburg is marked by a communal appreciation for the outdoors and a steady, Midwestern temperament that values neighborly cooperation. Residents often gather for local seasonal festivities that celebrate the transition of the year, fostering a sense of continuity that bypasses the frantic pace of larger urban centers. While the town does not define itself through the fame of individuals, it serves as a quiet home for those who contribute to the broader intellectual and professional life of the region. The proximity to high-level academic institutions ensures that the atmosphere remains curious and engaged, even as the daily pace remains grounded in the realities of local life. Landmarks here are found in the architecture of public spaces and the preservation of natural corridors that permit a brief retreat from the demands of the day. In every season, Fitchburg remains a place where the quiet dignity of the landscape is mirrored in the steady, unassuming nature of its inhabitants.

Nearby Outdoor Places

Veteran's Memorial (Monument) — 0.2 mi, 245° SW
Fish Hatchery Rd (Local Recreation) — 0.6 mi, 343° N
Greenfield Greenway (Local Recreation) — 1.1 mi, 094° E
Mcgaw Park (Local Park) — 1.1 mi, 057° NE
Dane County Waterfowl Production Area (Resource Management Area) — 1.2 mi, 187° S
Wildwood Park (Local Park) — 1.4 mi, 325° NW
Nevin Hatchery (State Recreation Area) — 1.8 mi, 024° NE
The McCoy Farmhouse (Monument) — 2.5 mi, 037° NE
Military Ridge State Trail (State Park) — 3.0 mi, 308° NW
Seasonal Inspirations (Public Artwork) — 3.1 mi, 024° NE
Scattered Wildlife (State Conservation Area) — 3.2 mi, 090° E
Scattered Wildlife - Sd (State Recreation Area) — 3.2 mi, 090° E
Natural Area (State Conservation Area) — 3.4 mi, 094° E
Effigy Mounds (Historic Ruins) — 4.1 mi, 000° N
University of Wisconsin Space Place (Museum) — 4.1 mi, 022° N
Booth Courtenay Memorial Overlook (Viewpoint) — 4.3 mi, 358° N
Old Spring Hotel (Monument) — 4.5 mi, 352° N
Capital Springs Centennial State Park And Recreation Area (State Park) — 4.5 mi, 057° NE
Textile Arts Center of Madison (Arts Centre) — 4.6 mi, 020° N
Lang Family House of Terror (Seasonal) (Attraction) — 4.9 mi, 152° SE
Milward Farrell Fine Art (Gallery) — 4.9 mi, 358° N
Bird Effigy Mound (Historic Ruins) — 4.9 mi, 001° N
Monroe Street Arts Center (Arts Centre) — 5.0 mi, 359° N
Bison (Attraction) — 5.1 mi, 009° N
Badgers (Attraction) — 5.1 mi, 010° N
Tundra Buggy (Attraction) — 5.1 mi, 009° N
PhotoMidwest (Gallery) — 5.5 mi, 323° NW
Young Shakespeare Players (Theatre) — 5.5 mi, 004° N
Performing Arts Center (Theatre) — 5.7 mi, 277° W

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