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Lake Wisconsin Wisconsin Map

Explore Lake Wisconsin, 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 Lake Wisconsin, Wisconsin

How to Use This Lake Wisconsin, Wisconsin Map

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

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

Latitude	43.36474
Longitude	-89.59601
Population	4,616
Density	133.0 /km²
Incorporated	N/A
ZIP Codes	53555, 53955
Area Code	715, 920
County Seat	Portage
School District	Lodi School District

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About Lake Wisconsin, Wisconsin

Lake Wisconsin is a locality in Columbia County, Wisconsin, United States. It has a population of approximately 4,616. The population density is 133.0 people per km². Lake Wisconsin is located at 43.3647°N, 89.5960°W. It observes the Central Time (America/Chicago) timezone. ZIP codes: 53555, 53955.

Lake Wisconsin reflects the expansive, quiet sky of the interior plains, where the horizon stretches wide across a landscape defined by the steady presence of the Wisconsin River. It lies 10.8 miles southeast of Baraboo, WI (from Baraboo, WI: bearing 128°T), and is situated 9.6 miles northeast of Prairie du Sac. This inland expanse remains far removed from the clamor of any distant coast, favoring instead the grounded stillness of the Midwest. To the south, the profile of the South Range provides a jagged, dark silhouette against the amber light of late afternoon. Deep fissures in the earth at Petras Ravine offer a cool sanctuary for ferns and moss, marking a sharp contrast to the sun-drenched fields that surround the water. Even the air here feels heavy with the scent of damp soil and drying stalks, a sensory reminder of the geological endurance that defines the region.

Agriculture remains the lifeblood of Lake Wisconsin, with family-run farms stitching together a patchwork of golden corn and vibrant green alfalfa that feeds the regional dairy industry. These fields are worked with a rhythm that has persisted for generations, sustained by the reliable flow of the Wisconsin River that once powered the mills of early settlers. The local economy finds its footing in this blend of traditional husbandry and the modern service industries that cater to those seeking a respite in the woods. Beyond the furrowed earth, Statewide Public Access - Sd offers a quiet threshold for observers to witness the seasonal shifts of the local flora and fauna. This industrious spirit reflects a heritage of hard work, where the labor of the day is often rewarded by a shared meal at a local tavern.

Community life in Lake Wisconsin finds its expression in the simple, enduring traditions that anchor the calendar, such as autumn harvest festivals and the quiet camaraderie of local sporting events. Residents often traverse the Grottos Trail to experience the rugged limestone outcrops, finding a sense of scale that hums with the memory of those who traversed this land before them. While the region remains modest in its claims, it possesses a quiet dignity rooted in the diverse heritage of its European settlers, whose influence persists in the architecture and the culinary staples of the area. Public spaces serve as the natural center for gathering, where the pace of conversation matches the slow, deliberate movement of the clouds above. The character of Lake Wisconsin is ultimately defined by this patience, a quality that persists long after the sun dips behind the distant ridges.

Nearby Outdoor Places

Ice Age Trail - Sd (State Park) — 0.3 mi, 233° SW
Ice Age Trail (State Recreation Area) — 0.3 mi, 233° SW
Statewide Public Access (State Recreation Area) — 0.8 mi, 127° SE
Natural Area (State Conservation Area) — 1.2 mi, 187° S
Richmond Memorial Park of The Rocks of Gibraltar (Monument) — 1.5 mi, 188° S
Gibraltar Rock (Attraction) — 1.5 mi, 188° S
Greenfield Moraines (Conservation Area) — 3.3 mi, 342° N
Golf Course (Park) — 3.5 mi, 345° N
Parfreys Glen Natural Area (State Conservation Area) — 3.7 mi, 327° NW
Devils Lake State Park-Iansr (State Park) — 4.7 mi, 325° NW
Lussier County Park (Local Park) — 5.4 mi, 204° SW
Fish Lake (Local Recreation) — 5.6 mi, 209° SW
Rock Crusher Foundation (Historic Ruins) — 6.4 mi, 298° NW
Civilian Conservation Corps (Monument) — 6.6 mi, 299° NW
CCC Worker (Public Artwork) — 6.6 mi, 299° NW
Immanuel Evangelical Church (Historic Ruins) — 6.7 mi, 257° W
Devil's Doorway (Attraction) — 7.1 mi, 299° NW
Balanced Rock (Attraction) — 7.3 mi, 298° NW
Elephant Rock (Attraction) — 7.7 mi, 303° NW
Claude House (Monument) — 8.2 mi, 302° NW
Vista Gallery (Gallery) — 9.9 mi, 315° NW
Schwalbach Gallery (Gallery) — 11.7 mi, 314° NW
R.G. Brown Theater (Theatre) — 11.7 mi, 314° NW
Wildlife Exhibit (Zoo / Wildlife Park) — 12.1 mi, 078° E
Zona Gable Center for the Arts (Arts Centre) — 14.1 mi, 030° NE
Small Auditorium (Theatre) — 14.3 mi, 151° SE
Performing Arts Center (Arts Centre) — 14.4 mi, 151° SE
Mid-Continent Railway Museum (Museum) — 15.5 mi, 296° NW

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