City of New Lisbon
Nestled along the beautiful Lemonweir River in central Wisconsin, New Lisbon is a community rich in history and natural charm. According to Native American folklore, the area once served as a winter hunting and trapping ground. Years Later, New Lisbon grew into a lively railroad hub, supporting both local industries and passenger travel during its peak.
Located just off Interstate 90/94 (Exit 61), New Lisbon offers quick access to many of Wisconsin's most popular destinations. The Lemonweir River and nearby Castle Rock Lake provide excellent fishing, boating, and summer recreation, along with snowmobiling opportunities in the winter. Head south for a short drive to the Wisconsin Dells or reach Madison in under two hours. To the north, La Crosse is easily accessible via the Interstate or the scenic Highway 12 & 16.
New Lisbon is a friendly, peaceful place to begin your adventure. Outdoor enthusiasts will find plenty to explore, including fishing, boating, hiking, cross-country skiing, ATV riding, and snowmobiling. The Elroy-Sparta State Bike Trail and the Omaha Trail are also close by, offering beautiful routes for biking and siteseeing.
New Lisbon is located in Central Wisconsin’s Juneau County. The City is located just off of Interstate 90/94 (Exit 61).
Distance to:
Madison – 81 miles
Chicago – 221 miles
Minneapolis/St. Paul – 191 miles
Wisconsin Dells – 27 miles
Green Bay – 148 miles
Population:
Official 2020 U.S. Census (Decennial Census)
City of New Lisbon
Population: 1,748 residents in 2020
additional Institutional Pop(Prison): 1027
Juneau County 2020 Census official count: 26,718
State of Wisconsin 2020 Census official count: 5,893,718 residents
Utility Providers
Electric Provider
- City of New Lisbon Municipal Electric
- Natural Gas – Alliant Energy 1-800-255-4268
Telecom Provider
- Lynxx www.getlynxx.com
Water/Sewer Provider
- City of New Lisbon Municipal Water/Sewer
Health Care
- New Lisbon Medical Center www.milebluff.com/our-facilities/new-lisbon-family-medical-center.html
Education
- School District of New Lisbon www.newlisbon.k12.wi.us
Library
- New Lisbon Memorial Library 115 W Park St., New Lisbon, WI 53950
- 608-562-3213
- New Lisbon Memorial Library | Welcome to the "friendly city"
Church
- St. Paul’s Catholic Church http://www.mjpcatholic.com
- United Methodist Church
- First Baptist Church http://newlisbonfbc.org
- St. Luke’s Lutheran Church http://www.stlukenewlisbon.com
- Bethany Lutheran Church http://www.bethanyeast.com
- Real Church Communities http://www.realchurchcommunities.org
Post Office
- Monday thru Friday: 9:00 AM – 12:45 PM, 2:30 PM – 4:15 PM
- Saturday: 9:00 Am – 10:30 AM
- Telephone: 608-562-3783
Maps
- ATV/Snowmobile http://www.juneaucounty.com/atv-ing--utv-ing.html
- GIS City Map https://newlisbon.maps.arcgis.com/home/index.html