Lac La Belle Wisconsin Map

About Lac La Belle, Wisconsin

Lac La Belle is a locality in Waukesha County, Wisconsin, United States. It is a small community with a population of 259. The population density is 96.6 people per km². Lac La Belle is located at 43.1442°N, 88.5307°W. It observes the Central Time (America/Chicago) timezone. ZIP code: 53036.

Lac La Belle rests in the verdant embrace of southeastern Wisconsin, a serene expanse of water mirroring the sky's ever-shifting moods. It lies 2.7 miles northwest of Oconomowoc, WI (from Oconomowoc, WI: bearing 325°T), and is situated 9.9 miles west-northwest of Hartland. The landscape here is a gentle undulation, a memory of ancient glaciers that smoothed and sculpted the earth, leaving behind fertile soil and winding Kettle Moraine topography. The lake itself, a broad, unhurried presence, is fringed by stands of mature oak and maple, their leaves catching the sunlight in a thousand shades of green and gold as the seasons turn. In the distance, a patchwork of dairy farms and cultivated fields stretches toward the horizon, their neat rows and pastures a testament to human hands working in concert with the land. The air, especially in the late afternoon, carries the sweet, earthy scent of damp soil and ripening corn, a fragrance that clings to the senses like a fond memory. The story of Lac La Belle is one of quiet perseverance and enduring connection to the land. Originally shaped by the immense power of ice, the area was settled by European immigrants drawn to its rich soil, many of them carrying traditions of farming and craftsmanship from Germany and Poland. This heritage is still palpable in the sturdy barns that dot the countryside and the familiar comfort of the Friday night fish fry, a supper-club tradition that has become a cornerstone of local social life. While agriculture remains a vital thread, the economy of Lac La Belle has also found expression in smaller enterprises and a growing appreciation for its natural beauty, drawing visitors who seek respite and a connection to a more grounded way of life. The lake itself is more than just a body of water; it is the heart of this place, a gathering point and a source of both sustenance and quiet contemplation for generations.

About This Lac La Belle Map Page

This page provides an embedded street and satellite map of Lac La Belle, Wisconsin — switch between views using the small square in the bottom left-hand corner of the map. Coordinates: 43.144172, -88.530655. Live weather conditions are sourced directly from the National Weather Service, with current observations and a 7-day forecast also powered by Open-Meteo. Real-time local news and world news feeds keep the page current, while a Wikipedia summary or an editorially written description provides background on Lac La Belle and Waukesha County.

Detailed location data for Lac La Belle includes the ZIP code (53066), telephone area code (608), county seat of Waukesha County (Waukesha), and school district assignment (Oconomowoc Area School District). These are among the most commonly searched location details for any US city or town.

Location data is drawn from the USGS Geographic Names Information System (GNIS) and cross-verified against 2020 US Census records by coordinate proximity — ensuring the correct Lac La Belle is identified even where the name is shared across multiple counties or states. Population figures are sourced from the 2020 US Census.