Oconto County, Wisconsin

Oconto County lies in northeastern Wisconsin along the shores of Green Bay, where forests and outdoor recreation take center stage. Much of the county is covered by the Nicolet National Forest, offering endless opportunities to explore the outdoors.

Fishing is a major part of life here. The Oconto River winds through the county, drawing anglers and kayakers to its scenic waters. Winters can be cold and snowy, but the landscape becomes beautiful under a blanket of snow. When the temperatures drop, snowmobiling becomes a favorite way to get outside.

Oconto County also has a long and interesting history, with Native American communities living on the land for centuries before European settlement. Today, small communities dot the countryside. Oconto Falls is the largest, though it still has a relaxed small-town feel. Quiet, natural, and far from the hustle of big cities, Oconto County is an easy place to slow down and enjoy the outdoors.

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Category Details
County Name Oconto County
County Seat Oconto
Cities, Towns, and Communities Oconto, Oconto Falls, Suring, Gillett, Lakewood
Interstates and Highways US-41, WI-32, WI-64, WI-22
Etymology Named after the Oconto River, which flows through the county
FIPS Code 55-083
Total Area (Land and Water) 1,149 sq mi (Land: 998 sq mi; Water: 151 sq mi)
Time Zone Central Time Zone (CT)
State Wisconsin
Coordinates 44.8912° N, 87.8750° W
Major Landmarks Copper Culture State Park, Peshtigo River State Forest, Oconto Marsh
Adjacent Counties (and Direction) Marinette County (Northeast), Door County (Southeast), Brown County (South), Shawano County (Southwest), Menominee County (West), Langlade County (West), Forest County (Northwest)
Population Approximately 38,000
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