Marathon County Map, Wisconsin
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Marathon County, Wisconsin
Marathon County sits right in the middle of Wisconsin, taking up a big chunk of the state’s northern half. It’s Wisconsin’s largest county by land area, which means there’s plenty of room for forests, farms, and a fair number of folks.
Wausau is the county seat and is the urban heart of the place. But don’t let that fool you because most of Marathon is pure Northwoods. Rib Mountain looms over the landscape, a favorite spot for skiing and hiking.
Ginseng is big business here. Who knew? The county produces most of the country’s crop. Granite quarries have left their mark too as you can see it in the old buildings downtown. Marathon has industry, agriculture, and wilderness all rolled into one. It’s a hardworking place with a soft spot for the outdoors. Pure Wisconsin.
| Category | Details |
|---|---|
| County Name | Marathon County |
| County Seat | Wausau |
| Population | Approximately 137,000 |
| Cities, Towns, and Communities | Wausau, Weston, Rothschild, Mosinee, Schofield |
| Interstates and Highways | I-39, US-51, WI-29, WI-153 |
| FIPS Code | 55-073 |
| Total Area (Land and Water) | 1,576 sq mi (Land: 1,545 sq mi; Water: 31 sq mi) |
| Adjacent Counties (and Direction) | Lincoln County (North), Langlade County (Northeast), Shawano County (East), Waupaca County (Southeast), Portage County (South), Wood County (South), Clark County (West), Taylor County (Northwest) |
| Time Zone | Central Time Zone (CT) |
| State | Wisconsin |
| Coordinates | 44.9110° N, 89.6265° W |
| Etymology | Named after Marathon, Greece |
| Major Landmarks | Rib Mountain State Park, Granite Peak Ski Area, Leigh Yawkey Woodson Art Museum |
| Website | Marathon County Website |
PHYSICAL MAP
Marathon County Topographic Map
Marathon County sits high, both in elevation and location. It’s home to Rib Mountain, one of Wisconsin’s tallest natural points. The terrain rolls gently, but rises sharply in places around the Wausau area.
TRANSPORTATION MAP
Marathon County Road Map
Plenty of highways run through Marathon, but Interstate 39 is the major one, slicing north-south through the center. While that’s the fastest route, several state highways loop around farmland and forests.
SATELLITE IMAGERY
Marathon County Satellite Map
Wausau appears in the middle like a dense clusters. The Wisconsin River flows through the center, as shown in dark blue. But most of the county is still rural. You’ll see fields, forests, and river corridors take up the bulk of the image.
OUTLINE MAP
Marathon County Blank Map
Marathon is the largest county in Wisconsin by land area. The borders stretch wide in all directions, mostly straight edges. It doesn’t border another state, and no major river defines its edges.
Neighboring Counties
Here are the 8 neighboring counties of Marathon County:
Wisconsin County Map
Forget the beer and cheese stereotypes. Wisconsin’s 72 counties have more going on than tailgates and taverns. Some hug Great Lakes shorelines, others stretch through dairy farms, forests, or rolling bluffs.