Three Lakes, Wisconsin facts for kids
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Three Lakes
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 Three Lakes, Wisconsin
Location in Wisconsin
Three Lakes, Wisconsin
Location in the United States
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| Country |  United States |
| State |  Wisconsin |
| County | Oneida |
| Area | |
| • Total | 258.7 km2 (99.9 sq mi) |
| • Land | 211.1 km2 (81.5 sq mi) |
| • Water | 47.6 km2 (18.4 sq mi) |
| Elevation | 505 m (1,624 ft) |
| Population
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| • Total | 2,131 |
| • Density | 11.1/km2 (28.7/sq mi) |
| Time zone | UTC-6 (CST) |
| • Summer (DST) | UTC-5 (CDT) |
| ZIP Code |
54562
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| Area code(s) | 715 & 534 |
| FIPS code | 55-79700 |
| GNIS feature ID | 1584277 |
| Website | http://www.townofthreelakes.com |
Three Lakes is a small town located in Oneida County, Wisconsin, in the United States. In 2010, about 2,131 people lived here. The main community called Three Lakes is part of this town, and so is the smaller area known as Clearwater Lake.
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History of Three Lakes
Three Lakes, Wisconsin, got its name from three lakes that the Chicago and Northwestern Railroad Company had to build around. These lakes were Maple, Townline, and Range Line. The town officially started in 1881.
Early Industries: Logging and Farming
In the beginning, the main jobs in Three Lakes were logging and forestry. The forests here helped supply wood to rebuild Chicago after the Great Chicago Fire in 1871. During that time, most of the very old forests were cut down.
In the 1930s, people started replanting trees. Because of these efforts, logging and forestry are still important jobs in Three Lakes today.
After logging slowed down, many cleared areas became potato farms. Farming was the main industry in the early 1900s. Over time, large companies took over these family farms, and now they are no longer in production.
Growth of Tourism in Three Lakes
Three Lakes started to become a popular place for tourists and summer vacations in the late 1930s. More people had cars, and the old logging roads made it easy to reach the lakes and forests. This made Three Lakes a great vacation spot.
Tourism became the main industry in Three Lakes in the 1970s and remains so today.
Modern Economy and Technology
Today, Three Lakes also has other businesses. These include light manufacturing, a winery, an arts center, and many shops. The town has also invested a lot in making sure it has fast Internet and broadband services.
Geography and Climate
Three Lakes covers about 99.9 square miles (258.7 square kilometers). Most of this area, about 81.5 square miles (211.1 square kilometers), is land. The rest, about 18.4 square miles (47.6 square kilometers), is water. The Eagle River flows through the town, connecting many lakes.
What is the Climate Like?
The climate in Three Lakes is called a Humid Continental climate. This means it has warm summers and cold, snowy winters.
| Climate data for Three Lakes, Wisconsin | |||||||||||||
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| Month | Jan | Feb | Mar | Apr | May | Jun | Jul | Aug | Sep | Oct | Nov | Dec | Year |
| Mean daily maximum °C (°F) | −6 (22) |
−3 (26) |
3 (37) |
11 (52) |
19 (66) |
24 (75) |
26 (79) |
24 (76) |
19 (67) |
13 (56) |
3 (38) |
−3 (26) |
11 (52) |
| Mean daily minimum °C (°F) | −18 (−1) |
−18 (0) |
−12 (10) |
−4 (25) |
3 (37) |
8 (47) |
11 (52) |
9 (49) |
6 (42) |
0 (32) |
−7 (20) |
−14 (6) |
−3 (27) |
| Average precipitation mm (inches) | 30 (1.2) |
25 (1) |
41 (1.6) |
61 (2.4) |
84 (3.3) |
100 (4.1) |
99 (3.9) |
100 (4) |
97 (3.8) |
64 (2.5) |
56 (2.2) |
36 (1.4) |
800 (31.5) |
| Source: Weatherbase | |||||||||||||
People and Population
In 2000, there were 2,339 people living in Three Lakes. The town had about 28.7 people per square mile. Most of the people (98.16%) were White.
About 22.2% of households had children under 18. The average age of people in the town was 47 years old. For every 100 females, there were about 105.7 males.
The average income for a family in the town was $38,098. About 6.7% of the population lived below the poverty line.
Transportation in Three Lakes
The Three Lakes Municipal Airport (40D) is located about 3 miles (5 km) southeast of town. It is used for general aviation, which means smaller, private planes. For bigger commercial flights, people use the Rhinelander-Oneida County Airport.
Culture and Arts
Three Lakes is home to the Three Lakes Center for the Arts. This building was originally a Quonset hut theater. It was built by the Seabees during World War II. It is one of only a few Quonset hut theaters left in the country.
The building came to Three Lakes in 1946. It was completely renovated starting in 2009.
What Can You Do at the Arts Center?
The Center has an art gallery that shows work from local and national artists. It also has a 100-seat theater. This theater shows new movies and hosts live music events.
The center offers summer art classes for adults. It also works with local schools. They put on shows for students and offer free summer art classes at Maple Lake Pavilion. The Three Lakes Center for the Arts also hosts yearly events like Art on Main, Affair of the Arts, Pumpkin Fest, and Oktoberfest.
Recreation and Outdoor Fun
Three Lakes is part of the Chequamegon-Nicolet National Forest. This means there are many outdoor activities to enjoy. You can go hunting, snowmobiling, biking, birdwatching, camping, and hiking on the trails.
Three Lakes is also part of the Eagle River-Three Lakes chain of lakes. This chain includes 20 lakes. They range in size from 123 acres to 1012 acres. Popular activities on the lakes include water skiing, boating, and wakeboarding. The lakes are also famous for their muskie and walleye fishing.
Historic Places to Visit
Several places in Three Lakes are listed on the National Register of Historic Places. This means they are important historical sites. Some of these include:
- George P. Mayer Boathouse
- Indianapolis Outing Club
- Joseph and Augusta Trunck Boathouse
- Marshall D. Miller Boathouse
- Reay Boathouse
Famous People from Three Lakes
Many notable people have connections to Three Lakes:
- Sam Campbell, a writer and conservationist.
- Marie Kazmierczak, a player in the All-American Girls Professional Baseball League.
- Fred Luderus, a Major League Baseball player.
- Ray Meyer, a member of the Naismith Memorial Basketball Hall of Fame.
- Cy Williams, another Major League Baseball player.
See also
In Spanish: Three Lakes (Wisconsin) para niños
