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Genesee Wisconsin Map

Explore Genesee, 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 Genesee, Wisconsin

How to Use This Genesee, Wisconsin Map

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

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

Latitude	42.95279
Longitude	-88.358984
Population	7,800
Density	120.0 /km²
Incorporated	N/A
ZIP Codes	53149, 53118
Area Code	608
County Seat	Waukesha

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About Genesee, Wisconsin

Genesee is a locality in Waukesha County, Wisconsin, United States. It has a population of approximately 7,800. The population density is 120.0 people per km². Genesee is located at 42.9528°N, 88.3590°W. It observes the Central Time (America/Chicago) timezone. ZIP codes: 53149, 53118.

Genesee rests upon the quiet, fertile expanse where the surface of Hayslope Lake mirrors the shifting moods of the Midwestern sky. It lies 7.6 miles west-southwest of Waukesha, WI (from Waukesha, WI: bearing 238°T), and is situated 6.6 miles west of Village of Waukesha. The water of Hayslope Lake remains the central anchor of the landscape, providing a still, reflective horizon that defines the local atmosphere. Genesee Creek meanders through the surrounding terrain, its steady flow carving a path through the earth that has long sustained the moisture of the soil. Beyond the water, the land rises toward the modest elevation of Lapham Hill, which breaks the monotony of the flat horizon with its gentle, wooded silhouette. The Genesee Oak Opening And Fen State Natural Area offers a glimpse into the native ecology, where the air feels heavy with the scent of damp earth and prairie grasses.

Genesee emerged from the efforts of early settlers who recognized the value of the region's productive soil and reliable access to fresh water. Agriculture remains a quiet, persistent heartbeat here, with dairy farms and local crop production shaping the rhythm of the changing seasons. The economy has transitioned from its agrarian roots into a blend of small-scale industry and service-oriented commerce that sustains the daily needs of the residents. Hard work defines the local character, a legacy inherited from generations who built their lives amidst the demanding cycles of planting and harvest. Even as modern transit lines have brought the wider world closer, the people of Genesee maintain a steadfast commitment to the trades and local businesses that keep the economy grounded.

Cultural life in Genesee flows with an unhurried, deliberate pace that honors the traditions of its diverse heritage. Residents frequently gather to celebrate the passage of time, often finding common ground at local events that highlight the region’s historical connection to the land. The proximity to the Ice Age National Scenic Trail provides an opportunity for quiet reflection, as hikers traverse the paths that tell the story of the earth’s ancient geological transformation. While the pace of life is modest, the sense of identity is strong, fostered by a collective appreciation for the natural beauty that surrounds every corner of the landscape. The spirit of Genesee is found in these shared moments, where the weight of history and the promise of the future seem to balance perfectly under the vast, open canopy of the sky.

Nearby Outdoor Places

Genesee Oak Opening And Fen State Natural Area (State Conservation Area) — 0.6 mi, 272° W
Natural Area (State Conservation Area) — 0.6 mi, 272° W
Butler Park (Local Park) — 1.4 mi, 315° NW
Prairie Village Park (Local Park) — 1.9 mi, 230° SW
Vernon Wildlife Area (State Recreation Area) — 2.7 mi, 154° SE
Glacial Drumlin State Trail (State Park) — 3.2 mi, 001° N
Kettle Moraine State Forest-Southern Unit (State Resource Management Area) — 3.6 mi, 265° W
Ice Age Trail (State Recreation Area) — 4.6 mi, 338° N
Kettle Moraine State Forest-Lapham Peak Unit (State Resource Management Area) — 4.7 mi, 344° N
Ice Age Trail - Se (State Park) — 4.7 mi, 332° NW
Marl Works (Historic Ruins) — 5.8 mi, 257° W
Icombat Waukesha (Attraction) — 5.9 mi, 065° NE
Mirabel and Lilou (Monument) — 6.2 mi, 342° N
Kettle Moraine Low Prairie State Natural Area (Nature Reserve) — 7.1 mi, 247° SW
Masonic Home (Monument) — 7.3 mi, 312° NW
Dorothy Goff Frisch Recital Hall (Theatre) — 7.6 mi, 062° NE
Otteson Theater (Arts Centre) — 7.6 mi, 061° NE
Shattuck Music Center (Theatre) — 7.6 mi, 062° NE
Humphry Art Center (Arts Centre) — 7.6 mi, 061° NE
Waukesha County Historical Society Museum (Museum) — 7.8 mi, 058° NE
Gertrude Basse the Cow (Monument) — 8.0 mi, 047° NE
Martin's Woods State Natural Area (Nature Reserve) — 8.0 mi, 126° SE
Old World Wisconsin (Attraction) — 8.7 mi, 230° SW
Battle House (Attraction) — 10.2 mi, 049° NE
Big Hill Overlook (Viewpoint) — 10.3 mi, 236° SW
Stute Farmhouse (Historic Ruins) — 10.6 mi, 237° SW
Silverspot Cinema (Cinema) — 11.4 mi, 060° NE
East Troy Area Historical Society (Museum) — 11.8 mi, 191° S
Horicon National Wildlife Refuge (National Wildlife Refuge) — 41.1 mi, 344° N · 44k acres

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