St. Croix County Map, Wisconsin
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St. Croix County, Wisconsin
St. Croix County is located just east of the Twin Cities. The St. Croix River forms its western border with Minnesota. Hudson, the county seat, is a popular day trip for folks from the Cities. There’s a mix of bedroom communities and rural areas here.
The county has seen a lot of growth in recent years as more people move out from the metro. You’ll find some great parks along the river, perfect for hiking or picnicking.
Farming is still important, but there’s a growing tech presence too. Winters can be brutal, but summers are gorgeous. The area has some interesting history. It’s a place that balances small-town feel with easy access to big city amenities.
| Category | Details |
|---|---|
| County Name | St. Croix County |
| County Seat | Hudson |
| Population | Approximately 95,000 |
| Cities, Towns, and Communities | Hudson, New Richmond, River Falls, Baldwin, Somerset |
| Interstates and Highways | I-94, US-12, WI-35, WI-64 |
| FIPS Code | 55-109 |
| Total Area (Land and Water) | 736 sq mi (Land: 722 sq mi; Water: 14 sq mi) |
| Adjacent Counties (and Direction) | Polk County (North), Barron County (Northeast), Dunn County (East), Pierce County (South), Washington County, Minnesota (West) |
| Time Zone | Central Time Zone (CT) |
| State | Wisconsin |
| Coordinates | 45.0487° N, 92.4258° W |
| Etymology | Named after the St. Croix River, which forms its western boundary |
| Major Landmarks | Willow River State Park, St. Croix Boom Site, Kinnickinnic State Park |
| Website | St. Croix County Website |
PHYSICAL MAP
St. Croix County Topographic Map
St. Croix County has a rugged feel to it thanks to its location in the unglaciated Driftless fringe. The St. Croix River marks the western border, cutting a wide floodplain. Hills and ridges ripple through the rest of the county, especially near the riverbanks.
TRANSPORTATION MAP
St. Croix County Road Map
Interstate 94 runs straight through, linking the Twin Cities to Eau Claire. Still, other highways cross north-south and hit smaller towns along the way. Though it’s a commuter corridor, much of the road system feels rural.
SATELLITE IMAGERY
St. Croix County Satellite Map
The St. Croix River valley dominates the western side, dark and forested. Hudson and River Falls appear as gray patches tucked into the green. Elsewhere, farmland spreads out, broken up occasionally by wooded ridges or winding streams.
OUTLINE MAP
St. Croix County Blank Map
The St. Croix River forms the western border and separates the county from Minnesota. The rest of the outline looks more regular, defined mostly by township lines. It’s a west-facing county, leaning into the river and that state line.
Neighboring Counties
Here are the 5 neighboring counties of St. Croix 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.