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Waupun Wisconsin Map

Explore Waupun, 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 Waupun, Wisconsin

How to Use This Waupun, Wisconsin Map

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

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	Waupun
State	Wisconsin (WI)
County	Fond du Lac County
Country	United States of America
Timezone	Central Time (America/Chicago)

Latitude	43.633322
Longitude	-88.729552
Population	11,344
Density	948.0 /km²
Incorporated	Yes
ZIP Code	53963
Area Code	920
County Seat	Fond du Lac
School District	Waupun School District

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About Waupun, Wisconsin

Waupun is a locality in Fond du Lac County, Wisconsin, United States. It has a population of 11,344. The population density is 948.0 people per km². Waupun is located at 43.6333°N, 88.7296°W. It observes the Central Time (America/Chicago) timezone. Waupun is an incorporated locality. ZIP code: 53963.

Waupun occupies a flat, expansive stretch of the Wisconsin landscape where the sky seems to hold more weight than the earth itself. It lies 13.3 miles north-northeast of Beaver Dam, WI (from Beaver Dam, WI: bearing 24°T), and is situated 17.1 miles southwest of Fond du Lac. The South Branch Rock River meanders through the landscape, providing a quiet, constant pulse that draws the eye toward the horizon. Fields of corn and soybean stretch outward, punctuated only by the subtle rise of the terrain as one looks toward the distant Parnell Esker. During the golden hour, the light catches the moisture in the air, casting a long, amber glow over the prairie grasses that fringe the edge of town. Residents often retreat to the quiet greenery of Harris Mill Park to observe the seasonal changes in the local flora. Those seeking a broader view of the region might travel ten miles to the expanse of Round Prairie, where the wind moves across the land in visible, shivering waves.

Settlement in Waupun grew from the necessity of the land, evolving from early agricultural roots into a hub defined by its varied industries and correctional institutions. The local economy maintains a steady, industrious pace, balancing the demands of manufacturing with the deep-seated tradition of dairy farming that characterizes the surrounding countryside. Generations have built their lives upon the rhythm of the work week, fostering a culture that values durability and an understated work ethic. Historical architecture remains visible in the downtown corridors, where brick facades reflect the modest prosperity of the mid-nineteenth-century founding period. While the town remains inland, the influence of the wider region’s industrial history remains a constant presence in the daily operations of local businesses. Even as modern commerce shifts, the fundamental character of Waupun remains anchored in the labor and ingenuity of its people.

Waupun maintains a distinct cultural identity that manifests in the quiet community gatherings and the shared traditions of the region. The town celebrates its heritage through local events that bring neighbors together, often centered around the community spaces that define the social geography of the area. Visitors might encounter the legacy of Ralph E. Smedberg, a notable figure whose contributions are remembered by those who value the town’s civic development. The architecture of the local buildings serves as a quiet reminder of the craftsmanship favored by the early builders who arrived here. As evening falls, the silence of the inland plains offers a stark contrast to the bustle of larger urban centers, creating an environment where the passage of time is measured by the changing shadows on the ground. Waupun continues to be defined by this deliberate, measured pace of life, inviting a closer look at the subtle details that emerge when the day finally settles into dusk.

Nearby Outdoor Places

Waupun Heritage Museum (Museum) — 0.1 mi, 200° S
End of the Trail (Public Artwork) — 0.3 mi, 348° N
Meadow View Heights Park (Local Recreation) — 0.4 mi, 319° NW
Auto Race: Green Bay to Madison (Monument) — 0.5 mi, 150° SE
Lynn Siedschlag Baseball Complex & Park (Local Park) — 0.5 mi, 132° SE
Tanner Park (Local Recreation) — 0.6 mi, 027° NE
Waupun County Park (Local Park) — 1.2 mi, 307° NW
Glacial Habitat Restoration (State Conservation Area) — 1.5 mi, 140° SE
Wild Goose State Trail (State Park) — 2.1 mi, 134° SE
Horicon National Wildlife Refuge (National Wildlife Refuge) — 2.1 mi, 116° SE · 44k acres
Glacial Habitat Restoration - Lm (State Recreation Area) — 3.2 mi, 344° N
Horicon Marsh (Monument) — 4.2 mi, 090° E
Glacial Habitat Restoration - Sd (State Recreation Area) — 4.3 mi, 217° SW
Dodge County Waterfowl Production Area (Resource Management Area) — 4.3 mi, 209° SW
Fond Du Lac County Waterfowl Production Area (Resource Management Area) — 4.5 mi, 071° E
Raube Road Historic Site (Monument) — 6.7 mi, 360° N
Natural Area (State Conservation Area) — 7.3 mi, 083° E
Rockvale Overlook (Viewpoint) — 10.2 mi, 131° SE
Fox Lake Depot Museum (Museum) — 10.3 mi, 241° SW
Wayland Museum & Archives (Museum) — 13.1 mi, 202° S
Kresge Little Theatre (Theatre) — 15.6 mi, 339° N
Ripon College Historical Museum (Museum) — 15.6 mi, 339° N
Demmer Recital Hall (Theatre) — 15.7 mi, 337° NW
Caestecker Art Gallery (Gallery) — 15.7 mi, 337° NW
Juneau Museum (Museum) — 15.8 mi, 175° S
Oriole Theater (Cinema) — 17.4 mi, 044° NE
Brown Arch (Attraction) — 25.5 mi, 019° N
Bell 47 Helicopter Rides (Attraction) — 25.5 mi, 017° N
Jack R. Facente Serpentarium (MToxins Venom Lab) (Zoo / Wildlife Park) — 27.7 mi, 020° N
Train Ride (Attraction) — 28.9 mi, 021° N

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