Polk County Map, Wisconsin
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Polk County, Wisconsin
The northwest corner of Wisconsin is home to Polk County. It’s where lakes and forests dominate the landscape. You’ll find anglers trying their luck in spots like Balsam Lake and Deer Lake all year round.
The county is named after James K. Polk, the 11th U.S. president. Winters can be harsh, but locals embrace the cold with activities like ice fishing and snowmobiling. St. Croix Falls, the county seat, sits right on the border with Minnesota.
The Ice Age Trail winds through parts of the county, offering great hiking. Polk County has a mix of small towns and rural areas. Farming is still important to the local economy. Polk County is definitely a piece of classic Wisconsin life.
| Category | Details |
|---|---|
| County Name | Polk County |
| County Seat | Balsam Lake |
| Population | Approximately 45,000 |
| Cities, Towns, and Communities | Amery, Osceola, St. Croix Falls, Balsam Lake, Luck |
| Interstates and Highways | WI-35, WI-46, WI-65, WI-87 |
| FIPS Code | 55-095 |
| Total Area (Land and Water) | 956 sq mi (Land: 914 sq mi; Water: 42 sq mi) |
| Adjacent Counties (and Direction) | Burnett County (North), Barron County (East), Dunn County (Southeast), St. Croix County (South), Washington County, Minnesota (Southwest), Chisago County, Minnesota (West) |
| Time Zone | Central Time Zone (CT) |
| State | Wisconsin |
| Coordinates | 45.4667° N, 92.4218° W |
| Etymology | Named after James K. Polk, the 11th President of the United States |
| Major Landmarks | Interstate State Park, Polk County Museum, Stower Seven Lakes State Trail |
| Website | Polk County Website |
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