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: 56,138 sq. miles
Population: 5,453,450
State Capital: Madison
Largest City: Milwaukee
Local Time: 6 hrs behind the UK
Climate: Average Temperature: 43°F (summer: 67°F, winter: 16°F)
Ntl Parks: Apostle Islands National Lakeshore, Ice Age National Scenic Trail, St. Croix National Scenic Riverway.There are 4 Parks
More Information
Wisconsin Department of Tourism
Tel: 001 608 266 7621 |