Cross Plains, WI
- Elevation
- 865 ft USGS GNIS community points and 3DEP elevation · GNIS 2026-07-06; USGS 3DEP sampled 2026-07-23
- General Quality Overall rating out of 100
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Tucked into the rolling hills just west of Madison, Cross Plains offers a quiet small-town feel right at the edge of Wisconsin's Driftless Area. With around 4,000 residents, the village is known for its friendly, laid-back atmosphere surrounded by scenic wooded ridges and open valleys.
It is a popular choice for newcomers thanks to the highly rated Middleton-Cross Plains School District and a quick 20-minute drive into Madison along Highway 14. Outdoor recreation is a major draw here, too. The Ice Age Trail and Cross Plains State Park provide scenic hiking routes right in town, while Black Earth Creek runs nearby for world-class trout fishing. With local parks, community events, and easy access to the capital, Cross Plains makes for a comfortable place to settle down.
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