Laona Wisconsin Map

About Laona, Wisconsin

Laona is a locality in Forest County, Wisconsin, United States. It is a small community with a population of 631. The population density is 108.6 people per km². Laona is located at 45.5647°N, 88.6740°W. It observes the Central Time (America/Chicago) timezone. ZIP code: 54541.

Laona rests in the heart of Wisconsin's Northwoods, a landscape defined by its vast, whispering pine forests and the quiet, meandering flow of its numerous waterways. It lies 62.6 miles north-east of Wausau, WI (from Wausau, WI: bearing 48°T), and is situated 11.1 miles east of Crandon. The air here carries the clean, sharp scent of evergreen needles, a perfume that mingles with the damp earth after a rain, and the sunlight, when it breaks through the dense canopy, falls in soft, shifting patterns on the forest floor. Rolling hills, carved by ancient glaciers, give way to marshy lowlands and the dark, reflective surfaces of small lakes and slow-moving rivers, their banks often lined with ferns and moss-covered logs. The character of Laona is one of quiet resilience, a place where the natural world still holds a commanding presence, and the days unfurl at a pace dictated by the changing seasons rather than the insistent ticking of a clock. Originally a hub for the timber industry, Laona’s history is deeply entwined with the felling of the great northern forests, a legacy still visible in the weathered barns and the sturdy, practical architecture of its older buildings. The local economy, while diversified, retains a connection to the land, with logging and agriculture still playing a role, alongside a growing appreciation for tourism drawn by the abundant natural beauty. The famous Laona Ranger Station, a historic landmark, stands as a silent sentinel to the area’s past, while the surrounding Forest County offers an expansive playground for those seeking the solace of nature, with opportunities for fishing, hunting, and exploring the wilder tracts of woodland. The very spirit of Laona seems to be woven from the sturdy fibers of its forested heritage and the enduring, unhurried spirit of its people.

About This Laona Map Page

This page provides an embedded street and satellite map of Laona, Wisconsin — switch between views using the small square in the bottom left-hand corner of the map. Coordinates: 45.564686, -88.674001. 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 Laona and Forest County.

Detailed location data for Laona includes the ZIP code (54541), telephone area code (715), county seat of Forest County (Crandon), and school district assignment (Laona 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 Laona is identified even where the name is shared across multiple counties or states. Population figures are sourced from the 2020 US Census.