Deerbrook, Wisconsin facts for kids
Quick facts for kids
Deerbrook, Wisconsin
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 Deerbrook, Wisconsin
Location in Wisconsin
Deerbrook, Wisconsin
Location in the United States
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| Country |  United States |
| State |  Wisconsin |
| County | Langlade |
| Town | Neva |
| Elevation | 466 m (1,529 ft) |
| Time zone | UTC-6 (Central (CST)) |
| • Summer (DST) | UTC-5 (CDT) |
| ZIP code |
54424
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| Area code(s) | 715 & 534 |
| GNIS feature ID | 1563862 |
Deerbrook is a small, unincorporated community located in Langlade County, Wisconsin, in the United States. It is not a city or a town with its own local government. Instead, it is part of the larger Town of Neva. Deerbrook is found along County Highway E, just north of the city of Antigo.
This quiet community has its own post office, which has been serving residents since 1887. The post office uses the ZIP code 54424.
Discovering Deerbrook's Name
Have you ever wondered how places get their names? Deerbrook has a cool story behind its own!
How Deerbrook Got Its Name
The name "Deerbrook" was chosen by a man named Edward Dawson. He was a "timber cruiser" and a prospector. A timber cruiser is someone who explores forests to estimate the amount of wood available. One day, while exploring the area, Edward Dawson saw a deer drinking water from a small stream, which is also called a brook. He thought it was a perfect name for the spot, so he called it "Deerbrook."
