Highlights
With 15,000 lakes – including two Great Lakes – and the most famous river in the world, Wisconsin is a freshwa-ter playground. You’ll find sailing regattas, kayaking and canoeing at every turn.
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Surfing and stand-up pad-dleboarding on Lake Michigan are popular water sports. Underneath the surface, di-vers can explore shipwrecks in the state’s maritime corridor. The Harley-Davidson motorcycle museum is also a must-visit.
State Facts
Land Area: 54,168 sq miles
Water Area: 11,328.7 sq miles
Population: 5.9 million
State Capital: Madison
Largest City: Milwaukee
Local Time: 6 hrs behind the UK
Climate: Average Temperature: 40.7°F (summer: 64.5°F, winter: 13.8°F)
State Parks: 50 state parks
More Information
Wisconsin Department of Tourism
Tel: 001 608 266 7621 |