DODGE COUNTY
County Offices
127 East Oak Street
Juneau
920-386-3602
www.co.dodge.wi.us
Chamber of Commerce
Juneau
920-386-3359
www.juneauwi.org
Services
While agriculture and manufacturing dominate the Dodge County economy, healthcare and educational facilities are on a caliber with bustling metropolitan centers. Beaver Dam Community Hospital is continually upgrading, expanding, and improving both its hospital-based and community services. Waupun Memorial Hospital is based in the community of Waupan, which straddles Dodge and Fond du Lac counties. For more than 50 years, the hospital has provided round-the-clock advanced care in a personalized and community-based setting.
Watertown Area Health Services, of which Watertown Memorial Hospital is a part, provides another important healthcare system for residents of Dodge County. In addition to urgent care, inpatient hospital services, and birthing facilities, Watertown Area Health Services boasts nearly a half-century of community-centered quality healthcare. Wellness programs, health education, health screenings, and access to skilled professionals underline the system’s commitment to the region. In recent years, the addition of satellite clinics, senior housing options, and a transportation service expand the already diverse services.
Complementing the quality public and private schools that serve students from preschool through 12th grade in Dodge County, the region offers easy access to institutions of higher education from two-year campuses to major universities. Watertown is home to the Maranatha Baptist Bible College and a campus for Madison Area Technical College. Students can take advantages of the programs offered by Moraine Park Technical College in the community of Beaver Dam. Other colleges and universities within a reasonable commute from Dodge County include the University of Wisconsin, Marquette University, Alverno College, Cardinal Stritch University, Concordia University, and Ripon College. From vocational and career training to four-year degrees and graduate studies that include doctoral and professional programs, students of all ages can meet their lifelong academic goals.
Lifestyle
Rural Dodge County offers growing cities filled with first-rate amenities and friendly small communities as well as new subdivisions across the countryside. Residents have easy access to entertainment and cultural attractions in nearby metropolitan centers like Madison and Milwaukee, but they also enjoy a wealth of advantages close to home. Community theatre, musical and choral concerts, fine-art galleries, a famous sculpture park, historic districts, intriguing museums, and art centers that combine exhibits with workshops and classes are among the highlights.
Natural and developed recreational sites are abundant in this area, where even small towns are committed to preserving open space and developing parks for year-round use. Outstanding features in the Dodge County region include the 34-mile Wild Goose State Trail, Lake Sinissippi, Rock River, Beaver Dam Lake, and the Horicon Marsh and National Wildlife Refuge. Newcomers can look forward to four-season outdoor enjoyment and the ideal setting for every sport and activity. Snowmobiling, hiking, biking, camping fishing, swimming, boating, kayaking, canoeing, and participating in supervised league sports and programs are all common pastimes. Summer highlights range from a famous water-skiing show to local festivals, although the entire calendar is dotted with exciting dates. Each community in Dodge County demonstrates its pride and heritage in events and celebrations that strengthen longstanding traditions.
The housing selection in Dodge County ranges from rambling farmhouses and architecturally interesting homes in historic districts to newer construction, upscale subdivisions, and country manors. While the homes are pleasingly affordable when compared to those in metropolitan centers, the quality life is truly enviable. Regardless of where you choose to settle in Dodge County, you will be greeted by friendly smiles and gracious hospitality.
Beaver Dam
City Hall
920-887-4600
www.cityofbeaverdam.com
Chamber of Commerce
920-887-8879
www.beaverdamchamber.com
The picturesque community of Beaver Dam hugs the shores of the magnificent 6,600-acre Beaver Dam Lake, the focal point of this recreationally rich area. Nearly 20 lush parks grace the community, providing fishing piers, boat ramps, play equipment, and picnic facilities. The jewel of the arts community is the Seippel Homestead and Center for the Arts, and a number of performing arts groups find enthusiastic support in Beaver Dam. Surrounded by rich farmland, the community boasts a major healthcare facility, excellent services and shopping, opportunities for higher education, and a growing economy. Many new beautiful subdivisions have sprung up around Beaver Dam, expanding the already abundant selection of homes in a full spectrum of styles.
Fox Lake
City Hall
920-928-2280
www.cityoffoxlake.org
Chamber of Commerce
920-928-3777
http://www.foxlakechamber.com
Nestled in the northwest corner of Dodge County, the city of Fox Lake maintains a quaint downtown district and a friendly atmosphere. The city encourages controlled growth and is home to an industrial park. Community and neighborhood parks filled combine open space with recreational facilities, complementing tree-shade streets lined with well-kept properties. Fox Lake, known as one of the state’s best walleye lakes, remains the focal point of recreation. With nearly 18 miles of shoreline and a maximum depth of 19 feet, the lake features several islands that enhance both hunting and fishing. Ice fishing, hunting, bird watching, boating, water skiing, snowmobiling, hiking, and biking are common pastimes in this beautiful area.
Horicon
City Hall
920-485-3500
Chamber of Commerce
920-485-3200
www.horiconchamber.com
Combining the intimacy of a small-town atmosphere with convenient amenities, the small but well-developed city of Horicon is situated on the southern edge of Horicon Marsh. As a rich habitat for bird migration, the marsh narrows to become the rolling Rock River. Residents enjoy pontoon boating, canoeing, and kayaking in this area, although the Horicon Aquatic Center is equally popular as a community resource. Boat landings, biking and hiking trails, and picnic areas encourage outdoor enjoyment. Colorful events throughout the year bring friends and family together and give the city a chance to welcome visitors to its comfortable accommodations and good restaurants. The Horicon Marsh Bird Festival, the Horicon Marsh Days in July, and the spectacular Autumn Art on the Marsh in September are among the highlights.
Hustisford
Village Offices
920-349-3188
www.hustisford.com
Chamber of Commerce
920-386-3359
www.juneauwi.org
Graced by the natural beauty of historic Lake Sinissippi, the tranquil village of Hustisford offers a small-town setting and outstanding recreational amenities. Newcomers will discover a friendly community that balances local businesses and limited industry with tree-shaded neighborhoods. The county seat of Juneau is close by, and the expanded suburban amenities in Beaver Dam are also easily accessible. The housing opportunities in this panoramic area range from farms and generous parcels of land to waterfront properties that command spectacular sunrise and sunset views against the lake surface. This spectacular 2,800-acre lake provides a scenic backdrop for community life and ensures premier sports and recreational opportunities.
Juneau
City Hall
920-386-4800
www.cityofjuneau.net
Chamber of Commerce
920-386-3359
www.juneauwi.org
The county seat of Juneau is situated along Highway 26, providing a friendly and comfortable hometown setting for new residents and businesses. Area highlights include shops and services, a shady city park and community center, a seasonal farmers market, the annual Juneau August Fest, a local library, and an industrial park. Recreational opportunities span the four seasons. The city claims a section of the popular Wild Goose State Trail for hiking, biking, and snowmobiling. A separate horseback riding trails runs beside Highway 60 for nearly eight miles and features an adjoining camping park. The nearby Rock River is ideal for fishing and boating. Quiet, tree-shaded neighborhoods blend with larger parcels of land in the surrounding countryside for a wide range of housing options.
Mayville
City Hall
920-387-7900
Chamber of Commerce
920-387-5776
www.mayvillechamber.com
Located along the Rock River just five minutes northeast of the Horicon Marsh, the quiet community of Mayville features a charming historic Main Street District that complements the vibrant West Side commercial district. Unique shops, convenient services, wonderful restaurants, and cozy inns or bed and breakfasts add to the quality of life in this well-balanced community. Highway 28 provides a quick trip to regional attractions in neighboring cities or metropolitan centers. Community pride is evident in the strong tradition of colorful festivals and celebrations and the impressive preservation of historic homes. Residents enjoy the relaxed pace of small-town living, strolling through lush parks or along scenic riverside paths and exploring the past in local museums.
Randolph
Village Hall
920-326-4602
www.RandolphWis.com
Chamber of Commerce
920-326-4769
www.randolphwi.net
The traditional, small-town village of Randolph nevertheless provides a hometown filled with convenient services for its residents. Beautiful Amish crafts combine with an array of merchandise at local stores and shops that include a charming old-fashioned “dime store.” Restaurants and eateries, medical clinics, professional services, specialty shops, and thriving businesses create a balanced community. Anglers and water-sport enthusiasts will appreciate Randolph’s location near several fishing and recreational lakes. Serene residential neighborhoods, quality public and private schools, a growing local economy, a family-friendly attitude, and a close-knit community spirit add to Randolph’s appeal.
Watertown
City Hall
920-262-4000
www.ci.watertown.wi.us
Chamber of Commerce
920-261-6320
www.watertownchamber.com
Boasting one of Wisconsin’s largest and most architecturally significant historic districts, Watertown attractions include one of the largest single-family homes built prior to the Civil War and the nation’s first kindergarten. The historic downtown district features antiques shops, gift and specialty stores, and many popular pubs and fine restaurants. From lush parks filled with recreational facilities to a cobblestone retail village, Watertown is a study in warmth and charm. Nestled on the banks of the Rock River, the city is surrounded by picturesque farmland. Watertown is home to a growing industrial and commercial base that complements the expanding subdivisions of attractive new homes. Highlights include quality public and private schools, a full-service hospital, and a campus for Madison Area Technical College.
Waupun
City Hall
920-324-7900
www.cityofwaupun.org
Chamber of Commerce
920-324-3491
https://www.waupunchamber.com/
Known as the “City of Sculpture,” Waupun has earned a national reputation for its excellence in hospitality. In fact, this small city has been voted as the “Best Overnight City” for the last few years by Wisconsin Bicycle Tour groups. A progressive community that has managed to preserve its small-town charm in spite of brisk economic development, Waupun features an outdoor gallery of original sculptures including Earl Fraser’s world-renowned “End of the Trail.” The city features nearly a dozen lush parks that provide more than 120 acres of recreational possibilities and breathtaking settings. Camping, swimming, hiking, biking, and exploring the 40-acre naturalist area are popular activities in this area that straddles Dodge and Fond du Lac counties. Students of history will enjoy the outstanding architecture and the authentic Dutch Windmill. Antique shops, delightful eateries, and lively annual events add to the quality of life.
