La Rue, Wisconsin facts for kids
Quick facts for kids
La Rue, Wisconsin
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Public park and railroad siding in La Rue
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 La Rue, Wisconsin
Location in Wisconsin
La Rue, Wisconsin
Location in the United States
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| Country |  United States |
| State |  Wisconsin |
| County | Sauk |
| Elevation | 268 m (879 ft) |
| Time zone | UTC-6 (Central (CST)) |
| • Summer (DST) | UTC-5 (CDT) |
| Area code(s) | 608 |
| GNIS feature ID | 1577687 |
La Rue is a small place in Wisconsin, United States. It's not a city or a town with its own government. Instead, it's an unincorporated community within the town of Freedom. This means it's part of Sauk County.
What is La Rue?
La Rue is mostly known for its connection to trains! It sits on a special side track, called a spur line. This track used to be part of the old Chicago and North Western Railway.
Train Rides and History
Today, you can still experience the railway history here. The Mid-Continent Railway Museum is nearby in North Freedom, Wisconsin. They offer fun heritage railway excursions. These special train rides take visitors right through La Rue. It's like stepping back in time to see how trains used to travel.
How La Rue Got Its Name
Every place has a story behind its name! La Rue was named after a person called W. G. La Rue. He was important in the area because he had interests in local mining. This means he was involved with finding and digging up valuable minerals from the ground nearby.
