North Lake Wisconsin Map

About North Lake, Wisconsin

North Lake is a locality in Waukesha County, Wisconsin, United States. It is a small community with a population of 348. The population density is 363.4 people per km². North Lake is located at 43.1561°N, 88.3707°W. It observes the Central Time (America/Chicago) timezone. ZIP code: 53029.

North Lake rests in a shallow basin, a shimmering blue eye set within the soft, rolling landscape of southeastern Wisconsin. It lies 12.2 miles north-west of Waukesha, WI (from Waukesha, WI: bearing 325°T), and is situated 7.2 miles east-north-east of Oconomowoc. The land here, sculpted by ancient glaciers, presents a gentle topography of broad, fertile fields that give way to the dense green of oak and maple woodlands. The air, particularly in the early morning, carries a crisp, clean scent of dew-kissed earth and pine needles, a breath of pure north country untamed by the hurried clamor of distant cities. Along the shoreline, reeds rustle like whispered secrets in the breeze, and the water's surface often lies so still it mirrors the passing clouds with an uncanny fidelity. The history of North Lake is deeply entwined with the bounty of its natural setting, its early settlers drawn by the promise of fertile soil and the abundant fish that once teemed in its waters. For generations, farming has been the bedrock of the local economy, with fields of corn and soybeans stretching towards the horizon, their emerald and gold hues a familiar, comforting sight. More recently, the charm of North Lake has drawn families seeking a quieter pace of life, a place where the rhythm of the seasons still dictates the daily routines. The presence of nearby Kettle Moraine State Forest, a geological marvel left by the retreating ice sheets, offers a constant reminder of the enduring power and beauty of the natural world that defines this place.

About This North Lake Map Page

This page provides an interactive Google map of North Lake, Wisconsin with street, satellite and terrain views and integrated Street View imagery. 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 North Lake and Waukesha County.

Detailed location data for North Lake includes the ZIP code (53029), telephone area code (608), county seat of Waukesha County (Waukesha), and school district assignment (Arrowhead Union High 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 North Lake is identified even where the name is shared across multiple counties or states. Population figures are sourced from the 2020 US Census.