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Introduction to Waupaca, Wisconsin
Waupaca, Wisconsin, in Waupaca county, is 33 miles W of Appleton, Wisconsin and 108 miles NW of Milwaukee, Wisconsin. There are 5,676 residents in the city.
Waupaca History
Waupaca was originally occupied by Native Americans. The city derived its name from an Indian term meaning either "white sand bottom," "stalling place" or "pale water." The first white settlers arrived in the area in June of 1849. The Waupaca Post Office was established in 1852. It was incorporated as a village on May 4, 1857, and recognized as a city on April 6, 1875.
Waupaca and nearby Attractions
Things To Do In Waupaca
Brainerd Bridge Park, Kiwanis Park and South Park are the local parks. The Waupaca Woods Shopping Mall is a popular local shopping center. The Waupaca Country Club is home to the city’s golf course. The Foxfire Golf Club and the Hidden Waters Golf Course are nearby as well. The Museum of Natural History and the EAA Air Adventure Museum are also popular local destinations. Local celebrations include Autumn Harvest Days, Hometown Day, Fall-o-Rama and the Strawberry Fest.
Waupaca Transportation
Dane County Regional is the nearest major airport.
Waupaca Higher Education
The University of Wisconsin-Stevens Point, Fox Valley Technical College at Appleton and the University of Wisconsin-Oshkosh are the nearby colleges and universities.
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