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Waunakee Wisconsin Map

Explore Waunakee, 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 Waunakee, Wisconsin

How to Use This Waunakee, Wisconsin Map

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

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

Latitude	43.182861
Longitude	-89.445293
Population	14,879
Density	801.2 /km²
Incorporated	Yes
ZIP Code	53597
Area Code	715
County Seat	Madison
School District	Waunakee Community School District

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About Waunakee, Wisconsin

Waunakee is a locality in Dane County, Wisconsin, United States. It has a population of 14,879. The population density is 801.2 people per km². Waunakee is located at 43.1829°N, 89.4453°W. It observes the Central Time (America/Chicago) timezone. Waunakee is an incorporated locality. ZIP code: 53597.

Waunakee reveals itself as a landscape defined by the quiet persistence of Sixmile Creek, which winds its path through the verdant, inland terrain. It lies 6.8 miles southwest of DeForest, WI (from DeForest, WI: bearing 236°T), and is situated 8.7 miles north-northwest of Madison. The horizon remains grounded by the distant silhouette of Black Hawk Ridge, a stoic presence that anchors the view for those traveling across the wide, terrestrial expanse. Within the immediate boundaries, Mcwatty Park offers a modest, accessible sanctuary where the soil holds the memory of the changing seasons. The light at dusk here possesses a particular clarity, turning the fields into long shadows of gold and deep gray that stretch toward the horizon. Only four miles away, the waters of Lake Mendota reflect the vast midwestern sky, providing a cooling influence that defines the regional climate far from any saline coast.

Waunakee maintains a history deeply rooted in the agricultural traditions of the surrounding plains, where dairy farming once served as the primary engine of local industry. Over time, the economy transitioned to accommodate diverse light manufacturing and service sectors, allowing the inhabitants to thrive while maintaining a steady, deliberate pace of growth. The labor of previous generations persists in the sturdy foundations of local infrastructure and the industrious spirit that characterizes the modern workplace. Residents often speak of the transition from rural solitude to suburban connectivity as a process of careful expansion rather than sudden transformation. This evolution reflects a preference for stability and the measured accumulation of local resources over the volatile cycles of larger, more frantic markets.

Cultural life in Waunakee draws strength from a heritage of European settlement, manifesting in local gatherings and seasonal events that prioritize neighborly connection above all else. The community finds common ground in the shared rhythms of the school year and the high-energy spirit of local athletic competitions, which often serve as the primary focus for weekend activity. While the atmosphere remains modest, the people here recognize the value of a quiet life, often spending their evenings in the comfort of spaces like Mcwatty Park. Notable individuals, such as the accomplished professional athlete J.J. Watt, have connections to the region, embodying the grit and physical discipline often associated with this part of the country. The prevailing character is one of understated resilience, where the genuine warmth of the residents acts as the true landmark for any traveler passing through.

Nearby Outdoor Places

Castle Creek Conservancy (Local Conservation Area) — 0.0 mi, 000° N
Performing Arts Center (Arts Centre) — 0.6 mi, 271° W
Small Auditorium (Theatre) — 0.6 mi, 278° W
North Mendota - Saddlebrook (Local Recreation) — 0.7 mi, 134° SE
Schumacher Park - Raemisch (Local Park) — 0.9 mi, 047° NE
Ripp Park (Local Park) — 1.3 mi, 270° W
Statewide Habitat Areas - Sd (State Recreation Area) — 1.9 mi, 167° S
Statewide Habitat Areas (State Conservation Area) — 1.9 mi, 167° S
Waunakee Wildlife Area (State Recreation Area) — 2.4 mi, 276° W
Governor Nelson State Park (State Park) — 2.5 mi, 172° S
Natural Area (State Conservation Area) — 2.5 mi, 091° E
Panther Mound (Historic Ruins) — 3.9 mi, 174° S
Conical Mound (Historic Ruins) — 3.9 mi, 175° S
Statue of Liberty replica (Public Artwork) — 5.2 mi, 133° SE
Saban's Viewpoint (Viewpoint) — 5.5 mi, 202° S
Middleton Community Veterans' Tribute (Monument) — 6.3 mi, 199° S
Tyler Knipfer (Monument) — 6.4 mi, 137° SE
Raymer's Ravine (Attraction) — 6.5 mi, 178° S
Black Hawk's Cave (Attraction) — 6.6 mi, 180° S
Tandem Press (Gallery) — 6.8 mi, 142° SE
Bamforth Bluff Restoration (Monument) — 6.8 mi, 182° S
National Mustard Museum (Museum) — 6.9 mi, 209° SW
The North Street Cabaret (Theatre) — 7.0 mi, 138° SE
Madison Youth Arts (MYArts) (Arts Centre) — 7.7 mi, 151° SE
L.R. Ingersoll Physics Museum (Museum) — 7.8 mi, 165° S
Talbot Studio And Gallery (Gallery) — 7.8 mi, 143° SE
The Marquee (Cinema) — 7.9 mi, 166° S
Ice Age Trail - Sd (State Park) — 8.3 mi, 327° NW
Ice Age National Scenic Trail (National Trail) — 10.9 mi, 230° SW · 156 acres

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