Trego Wisconsin Map

About Trego, Wisconsin

Trego is a locality in Washburn County, Wisconsin, United States. It is a small community with a population of 142. The population density is 43.8 people per km². Trego is located at 45.8997°N, 91.8210°W. It observes the Central Time (America/Chicago) timezone. ZIP code: 54888.

Trego rests in the embrace of Washburn County, where the landscape hums with the quiet pulse of northern Wisconsin. It lies 58.3 miles south-south-east of Superior, WI (from Superior, WI: bearing 167°T), and is situated 6.3 miles north-north-east of Spooner. Rolling hills, softened by centuries of glacial sculpting, give way to dense woodlands, a verdant sprawl broken only by the shimmering ribbon of the Namekagon River. This waterway, a vital artery of the region, carves its path through the terrain, its banks a mosaic of wild grasses and stoic pines. The air here carries the clean scent of pine needles and damp earth, a constant reminder of the wild spaces that surround Trego. Evenings often bring a profound stillness, broken only by the call of a loon or the rustle of unseen creatures in the undergrowth, a stillness that settles deep into the bones. The history of Trego is intimately tied to its waters and its woods. Once a hub for logging, the timber industry laid the foundations for this community, its echoes still felt in the sturdy architecture and the enduring spirit of its inhabitants. Today, the Namekagon River, part of the St. Croix National Scenic Riverway, draws visitors for its canoeing and kayaking, a testament to the enduring allure of its natural beauty. The local economy, while diversified, still honors its roots, with small businesses catering to both residents and the seasonal influx of outdoor enthusiasts. There's a palpable sense of continuity in Trego, a quiet pride in its heritage and the enduring connection to the land that defines its character.

About This Trego Map Page

This page provides an embedded street and satellite map of Trego, Wisconsin — switch between views using the small square in the bottom left-hand corner of the map. Coordinates: 45.899669, -91.82101. 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 Trego and Washburn County.

Detailed location data for Trego includes the ZIP code (54888), telephone area code (715), county seat of Washburn County (Shell Lake), and school district assignment (Spooner Area 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 Trego is identified even where the name is shared across multiple counties or states. Population figures are sourced from the 2020 US Census.