Green Lake Wisconsin Map

About Green Lake, Wisconsin

Green Lake is a locality in Green Lake County, Wisconsin, United States. It has a population of approximately 1,076. The population density is 218.6 people per km². Green Lake is located at 43.8441°N, 88.9601°W. It observes the Central Time (America/Chicago) timezone. ZIP code: 54941.

Green Lake, a jewel of Wisconsin, unfurls its beauty under a sky that often shifts from the sharp blue of summer to the bruised purples of approaching storms. It lies 24.2 miles west-south-west of Oshkosh, WI (from Oshkosh, WI: bearing 239°T), and is situated 6.2 miles west of Ripon. The land here is a gentle swell, a rolling embrace of fertile earth giving way to the singular, deep blue of the lake itself. This vast expanse of water, the namesake of the village, is not merely a feature but the very breath of the place, reflecting the surrounding hardwood forests and the occasional stately Victorian home that dots its shore. The air, especially in the late afternoon when the sun begins its descent, carries a peculiar stillness, broken only by the distant cry of a loon or the soft lapping of waves against the sandy edges of the shoreline. It is a landscape that invites contemplation, a place where the natural world asserts its quiet, enduring power. This tranquil setting has a history as deep as the lake it cradles, a narrative shaped by the ebb and flow of commerce and leisure. Originally inhabited by Native American tribes who found sustenance and sanctuary in its waters, Green Lake later became a destination for Victorian-era tourists drawn to its restorative qualities. The late 19th and early 20th centuries saw the rise of grand hotels and the establishment of lakeside resorts, a legacy that still subtly influences the character of Green Lake, lending it an air of enduring elegance. While the economy has diversified, agriculture remains a strong undercurrent, with fertile fields surrounding the village, a constant reminder of the land's bounty. The lake itself continues to be a focal point, drawing visitors for its recreational opportunities, a vibrant thread in the ongoing story of Green Lake.

About This Green Lake Map Page

This page provides an embedded street and satellite map of Green Lake, Wisconsin — switch between views using the small square in the bottom left-hand corner of the map. Coordinates: 43.844148, -88.960113. Live weather conditions are sourced directly from the National Weather Service, with current observations and a 7-day forecast also powered by Open-Meteo. Real-time local news and world news feeds keep the page current, while a Wikipedia summary or an editorially written description provides background on Green Lake and Green Lake County.

Detailed location data for Green Lake includes the ZIP code (54941), telephone area code (715), county seat of Green Lake County (Green Lake), and school district assignment (Green Lake School District). These are among the most commonly searched location details for any US city or town.

Location data is drawn from the USGS Geographic Names Information System (GNIS) and cross-verified against 2020 US Census records by coordinate proximity — ensuring the correct Green Lake is identified even where the name is shared across multiple counties or states. Population figures are sourced from the 2020 US Census.