Oconto Falls Wisconsin Map

About Oconto Falls, Wisconsin

Oconto Falls is a locality in Oconto County, Wisconsin, United States. It has a population of approximately 3,001. The population density is 399.8 people per km². Oconto Falls is located at 44.8739°N, 88.1429°W. It observes the Central Time (America/Chicago) timezone. ZIP code: 54154.

Oconto Falls rests in a landscape sculpted by water and time, where the Oconto River, a ribbon of cool, clear flow, carves its persistent path through the northeastern Wisconsin terrain. It lies 17.5 miles north-northwest of Suamico, WI (from Suamico, WI: bearing 343°T), and is situated 13.7 miles west of Oconto. The surrounding countryside is a gentle swell of land, giving way to the thicker forests of the North Woods, their evergreen scent a constant presence on the breeze, especially after a rain. Here, the earth is a rich, loamy brown, yielding readily to the plow and the spade, and in the softer light of late afternoon, the fields take on a muted, almost bruised, color before the sun dips below the horizon. The air itself carries a crispness, a promise of the changing seasons, and a quiet invitation to linger by the water's edge, where the smooth, gray stones tell tales of ancient currents. The story of Oconto Falls is deeply intertwined with the power of its namesake river, which once drove the saws of burgeoning lumber mills, shaping the fortunes and the very being of the settlement. German and Polish immigrants, drawn by the promise of work and land, established roots here, their heritage still visible in the sturdy, unpretentious architecture and the enduring community spirit that favors a Friday night fish fry. While the logging boom has long since subsided, the echoes of that industrious past remain, and the local economy now draws strength from agriculture, particularly dairy, and a steady stream of visitors drawn to the natural beauty and recreational opportunities the area affords. The Oconto River continues to be a focal point, not just for its historical significance, but as a vibrant artery for fishing, kayaking, and simply appreciating the unhurried rhythm of life in this corner of Wisconsin.

About This Oconto Falls Map Page

This page provides an embedded street and satellite map of Oconto Falls, Wisconsin — switch between views using the small square in the bottom left-hand corner of the map. Coordinates: 44.87388, -88.14288. 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 Oconto Falls and Oconto County.

Detailed location data for Oconto Falls includes the ZIP code (54154), telephone area code (715), county seat of Oconto County (Oconto), and school district assignment (Oconto Falls 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 Oconto Falls is identified even where the name is shared across multiple counties or states. Population figures are sourced from the 2020 US Census.