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Oshkosh Wisconsin Map

Explore Oshkosh, 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 Oshkosh, Wisconsin

How to Use This Oshkosh, Wisconsin Map

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

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

Latitude	44.023168
Longitude	-88.56226
Population	66,816
Density	954.7 /km²
Incorporated	Yes
ZIP Codes	54901, 54902, 54903, 54904, 54906
Area Code	715
County Seat	Oshkosh
School District	Oshkosh Area School District

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About Oshkosh, Wisconsin

Oshkosh is a locality in Winnebago County, Wisconsin, United States. It has a population of 66,816. The population density is 954.7 people per km². Oshkosh is located at 44.0232°N, 88.5623°W. It observes the Central Time (America/Chicago) timezone. Oshkosh is an incorporated locality. ZIP codes: 54901, 54902, 54903.

Oshkosh commands a sprawling, low-lying expanse defined by the vast, shimmering presence of Lake Winnebago, which stretches toward the horizon like a mirror for the shifting Midwestern sky. It lies 3.6 miles south-southwest of Winnebago, WI (from Winnebago, WI: bearing 194°T), and is situated 17.6 miles south-southwest of Appleton. The terrain across Oshkosh remains largely level, a product of ancient glacial movements that smoothed the earth into fertile, productive plains. Nearby, the modest flow of Campbell Creek meanders through the landscape, offering a quiet, constant pulse to the local ecology. While the distant silhouette of the Parnell Esker looms far to the southeast as a subtle reminder of the region’s geological skeleton, the immediate environment is dominated by the expansive waters of the lake and the verdant grounds of East Hall. As the sun dips toward dusk, the light catches the surface of the water in a way that turns the gray-blue expanse into a sheet of hammered copper, illuminating the quiet persistence of the land.

Oshkosh traces its origins to the bold intersection of fur trading routes and the resource-rich forests of the nineteenth century, when the abundance of timber drew pioneers to the confluence of these waterways. The early settlement solidified around the milling of wood, transforming the raw output of the surrounding woodlands into the infrastructure of a growing nation. This period of rapid expansion relied heavily on the strategic advantages provided by the lake, which served as a natural thoroughfare for goods and travelers alike. Throughout the decades, Oshkosh maintained its identity as a hub of industry, transitioning from the labor of the sawmills to the manufacturing prowess that would define its middle years. The historical architecture still standing in the older districts serves as a quiet record of this industrious spirit, revealing the sturdy, unadorned craftsmanship favored by those who first built their lives here.

Commerce in Oshkosh thrives on a diverse foundation that blends traditional manufacturing roots with the modern intellectual vitality provided by the University of Wisconsin-Oshkosh. This institution anchors the local economy, drawing a steady stream of students and faculty whose presence shapes the daily rhythm of the streets and local businesses. Beyond the university, the region sustains a robust network of small-to-medium industrial enterprises that leverage the proximity of regional rail and road connections to transport goods across the plains. Public infrastructure remains essential to the function of Oshkosh, with well-maintained thoroughfares supporting the flow of agricultural and manufactured products. The economy functions with a steady, pragmatic efficiency, where the work of the day is often punctuated by the quiet, communal rituals of the local supper clubs, where the tradition of the Friday fish fry remains a cornerstone of the social and culinary landscape.

Culture in Oshkosh finds its expression in a seasonal cycle that celebrates both the university’s athletic endeavors and a deep-seated appreciation for the outdoors. Residents frequently gather to support the university teams, whose games provide a focal point for civic pride and weekend gatherings. The rhythm of the calendar is marked by major annual events that utilize the expansive public spaces, drawing visitors to the area to witness the convergence of community spirit and local tradition. Landmark structures, including historic theaters and the carefully preserved grounds of East Hall, reflect a commitment to maintaining the tangible history of the region. Among the figures who have left an imprint on the broader cultural consciousness, the actor Willem Dafoe stands as a notable native, carrying the quiet, grounded sensibility of his origins into the wider world of cinema. Whether through the crisp air of autumn or the humid, green intensity of a midsummer afternoon, Oshkosh maintains a character that is as durable and unpretentious as the soil itself.

Nearby Outdoor Places

Red Arrow Park (Local Park) — 0.5 mi, 290° W
Killian G. Spanbauer Park (Local Recreation) — 0.8 mi, 200° S
Evening Terrace (Attraction) — 0.8 mi, 017° N
Morning Terrace (Attraction) — 0.8 mi, 017° N
Secret Garden (Attraction) — 0.8 mi, 015° N
Paine Art Center and Arboretum (Arts Centre) — 0.8 mi, 016° N
Shade Garden (Attraction) — 0.8 mi, 019° N
East Hall (Local Recreation) — 1.0 mi, 060° NE
Lakeshore Park (Local Park) — 1.0 mi, 331° NW
Knaggs Ferry (Monument) — 1.1 mi, 342° N
WWII/Korean/Vietnam War Memorial (Monument) — 1.1 mi, 156° SE
Jack R. Facente Serpentarium (MToxins Venom Lab) (Zoo / Wildlife Park) — 1.3 mi, 130° SE
St. Martin's Chapel (Theatre) — 1.7 mi, 246° SW
Golf Course (Park) — 1.7 mi, 225° SW
Chief Oshkosh Statue (Monument) — 2.3 mi, 091° E
Lecture Hall 104 (Theatre) — 3.7 mi, 166° S
Statewide Habitat Areas - Lm (State Recreation Area) — 3.7 mi, 032° NE
Julaine Farrow Museum (Museum) — 4.2 mi, 029° NE
Glacial Habitat Restoration - Lm (State Recreation Area) — 6.1 mi, 277° W
Glacial Habitat Restoration (State Conservation Area) — 6.1 mi, 277° W
Neenah High School Rocket (Public Artwork) — 10.2 mi, 019° N
The Hang Up Gallery of Fine Art (Gallery) — 12.3 mi, 023° NE
Doty Museum (Museum) — 12.7 mi, 026° NE
Kimberly Point (Viewpoint) — 12.7 mi, 028° NE
Winnebago County Waterfowl Production Area Of Wi (National Wildlife Refuge) — 13.7 mi, 277° W · 199 acres
High Cliff State Park (State Park) — 14.8 mi, 057° NE
Oriole Theater (Cinema) — 15.0 mi, 165° S
Conical Indian Mound (Historic Ruins) — 15.9 mi, 056° NE
Horicon National Wildlife Refuge (National Wildlife Refuge) — 26.1 mi, 187° S · 44k acres

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