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Waupun, WI

Waupun is a city in Dodge and Fond du Lac counties in the U.S. state of Wisconsin. Of this, 7,795 were in Dodge County, and 3,549 were in Fond du Lac County. In Fond du Lac County, the Town of Waupun abuts the city of Waupun.

Waupun is located at 43°37′54″N 88°44′9″W (43.631577, −88.735835). According to the United States Census Bureau, the city has a total area of 4.68 square miles (12.12 km²), of which, 4.62 square miles (11.97 km²) is land and 0.06 square miles (0.16 km²) is water.

The relief of the city is moderate, ranging from 870 feet (270 m) at the Rock River, to its highest elevation of 941 feet (287 m) above sea level. Waupun lies near the edge of the Horicon Marsh, the largest cattail marsh in the United States, and is the principal access point to wildlife viewing for the Horicon Wildlife Refuges. The Fond du Lac County Park, on the edge of Waupun, has preserved a remnant stand of old-growth southern mesic forest, which once covered over 3 million acres (12,000 km²) of Southern Wisconsin. The Fond du Lac County Park also provides camping.

Waupun was founded in 1839 by Seymour Wilcox, the first settler along the Rock River in what was then deciduous forested land. Wilcox chose the land on the recommendation of John Bannister, the first surveyor of Fond du Lac County, who reported to the government office in Green Bay that "the Rock River Valley was the most beautiful and fertile he had ever seen." Wilcox surveyed the land himself in the late fall of 1838, returning to Green Bay for the winter. In February 1839 he returned to the plot he laid out accompanied by two men, John N. Ackerman and Hiram Walker, who were interested in the powerful river and fertile land. They quickly nailed together a shanty to four bur oaks and began building a suitable cabin for the Wilcox homestead. Leaving Ackerman and Walker to finish, Wilcox returned to Green Bay to bring his family to their new home. They reached Waupun on March 20, 1839. Waupun comes from the Ojibwe word "Waubun" which means "the east," "the morning," "the twilight of dawn" and "dawn of day." Waupun was originally supposed to be named "Waubun" but the state of Wisconsin made a spelling error, and Waupun never bothered to change it. An adjacent town with the same name was changed along with the village.

Health and wellness are paramount in Waupun, with the city offering various amenities and services to support the well-being of its residents. The SSM Health Waupun Memorial Hospital is a cornerstone in providing comprehensive healthcare services to the community. Explore the parks, facilities, and programs the Waupun Parks and Recreation Department offers. These spaces provide opportunities for outdoor activities such as walking, jogging, sports, and picnicking. Join local fitness centers and gyms to participate in exercise programs, fitness classes, and strength training. Some popular options include Club Fitness and Anytime Fitness. Discover the walking and biking trails in and around Waupun, such as the Redhead Hiking Trail and Meadowview Trail. These trails offer opportunities for outdoor exercise and enjoyment of nature.

The top sites in Waupun, WI, are the Waupun Historical Society, Horicon Marsh Wildlife Area, and Marsh Haven Nature Center.

Population: 10,785 (2022). ZIP Code: 53963. Area code: 920. Elevation: 892 ft (272 m). Area: 4.68 sq mi (12.12 km²).

FAQs

What is Waupun, WI, famous for?

Known as the City of Sculpture. Waupun is home to one of the largest collections of outdoor sculptures per capita in the United States many of which were gifted to the city by Waupun Industrialist Clarence Shaler. The collection includes the world-renowned End of the Trail sculpture by James Earl Frasier that depicts the plight of Native Americans. 

Is Waupun, WI, a good place to live?

Waupun is in Dodge County. Living in Waupun offers residents a sparse suburban feel and most residents own their homes. In Waupun, there are a lot of parks. Many families live in Waupun and residents tend to lean conservative.

Where did the name Waupun, WI come from?

Founded in 1839 by Seymour Wilcox. The first settler along the Rock River, the name Waupun comes from the Ojibwe word “Waubun” which means “dawn of day.”  The “b” became a “p” when the City’s name was commissioned in 1840 and a spelling error was made.

Sources

Wikipedia

City of Waupun

SSM Health Waupun Memorial Hospital 

Waupun Parks and Recreation Department 

Club Fitness 

Anytime Fitness 

Redhead Hiking Trail 

Meadowview Trail

Waupun Historical Society

Horicon Marsh Wildlife Area

Marsh Haven Nature Center

Welcome to Waupun

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