Taylor County, Administrative county in northern Wisconsin, United States.
Description
Taylor County is an administrative division in northern Wisconsin covering a large land area with a mix of forests, wetlands, and farming land. Medford serves as the county seat and main center for local government and community services.
History
The area was established in 1875 and named after William Robert Taylor, becoming one of Wisconsin's administrative divisions. This founding marked the start of organized local governance for a previously unsettled region.
Culture
Agricultural traditions shape daily life here, with local fairs and seasonal events drawing people from surrounding towns together. These gatherings celebrate farming heritage and outdoor recreation, which remain central to how residents spend their time.
Practical
Visiting this area works best with a car since towns are spread out and public transportation is limited. Summer and early fall offer the best conditions for exploring, when weather is mild and local events take place.
Did you know?
The area has deep roots in logging heritage, reflected in many town names and the way the landscape was shaped by timber operations. Today, forestry and land management remain important parts of the local economy and character.
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Lidice Memorial
54.4 km
Council Grounds State Park
59.4 km
Flambeau River State Forest
63.4 km
Wisconsin Concrete Park
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Cornell Pulpwood Stacker
51.5 km
Twin Lakes Bog State Natural Area
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Z. C. B. J. Hall
54.2 km
Upham Mansion
65.7 km
Willard D. Purdy Junior High and Vocational School
65.9 km
T.B. Scott Free Library
62.7 km
Lincoln County Courthouse
64.1 km
Flambeau Mission Church
55.7 km
Merrill City Hall
63.6 km
First Street Bridge (Merrill, Wisconsin)
62.6 km
Woodland Hotel
29.5 km
Jump River Town Hall
28.5 km
D. R. Moon Memorial Library
43.9 km
Medford Free Public Library
15 km
Taylor County Courthouse
14.8 kmColumbia Park Band Shell
65.3 km
L.I. Roe House
43.6 km
Robert Schofield House
50.4 km
Edgar Steam Show
52.5 km
Jurustic Park
59 km
Mondeaux Dam Recreation Area
14.3 km
Marathon City Bridge
60.2 km
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