Fond du Lac (town), Wisconsin facts for kids
Quick facts for kids
Town of Fond du Lac, Wisconsin
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 Fond du Lac (town), Wisconsin
Location in Wisconsin
Fond du Lac (town), Wisconsin
Location in the United States
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| Country |  United States |
| State |  Wisconsin |
| County | Fond du Lac |
| Area | |
| • Total | 20.9 sq mi (54.2 km2) |
| • Land | 19.9 sq mi (51.4 km2) |
| • Water | 1.1 sq mi (2.8 km2) |
| Elevation | 787 ft (240 m) |
| Population | |
| • Total | 3,687 |
| • Density | 189.8/sq mi (73.19/km2) |
| Time zone | UTC-6 (Central (CST)) |
| • Summer (DST) | UTC-5 (CDT) |
| Area code(s) | 920 |
| FIPS code | 55-26300 |
| GNIS feature ID | 1583209 |
Fond du Lac is a town located in Fond du Lac County, Wisconsin, in the United States. It was first settled way back in 1836. In 2020, about 3,687 people lived there. The name "Fond du Lac" comes from French and means "bottom of the lake." This is because the town is located at the very southern end of Lake Winnebago.
Exploring Fond du Lac's Location
The town of Fond du Lac covers a total area of about 20.9 square miles (54.2 square kilometers). Most of this area, about 19.9 square miles (51.4 square kilometers), is land. The rest, about 1.1 square miles (2.8 square kilometers), is water. This water makes up about 5.16% of the town's total area.
Nature and Wildlife Nearby
Fond du Lac is close to some amazing natural areas. These include the Horicon Marsh State Wildlife Area and the Horicon National Wildlife Refuge. These places are great for seeing different kinds of birds and other wildlife. They are important for protecting nature.
See also
In Spanish: Fond du Lac (condado de Fond du Lac, Wisconsin) para niños
