Wisconsin · FIPS 55007 · County seat: Washburn
Bayfield County, WI GIS & Parcel Viewer
Bayfield County, Wisconsin parcel data lives on the Bayfield County parcel map. Open it below in a new tab, then use the short steps on this page to find a property fast.
Open the Bayfield County parcel map ↗
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Quick facts
| Official map | Bayfield County parcel map |
|---|---|
| Type | County-run map |
| Website | maps.bayfieldcounty.wi.gov |
| Access | Free, no login (checked Oct 2026) |
| County seat | Washburn |
| Population | 16,769 (2023 Census Bureau estimate) |
| Land area | 1,478 sq mi |
| FIPS code | 55007 |
Where the parcel data comes from
Bayfield County runs this viewer (directly or through a contracted vendor), which makes it the closest thing to the source for local parcel lines. Our October 2026 check found the map open to the public, with no account or payment needed.
How to use the Bayfield County viewer
- Open the official link in a new tab.
- Accept any disclaimer, then look for a search box that takes street addresses, owners or parcel IDs.
- Zoom in and click a parcel to see its details.
- Use the map's layer controls to add aerials or other layers if they're offered.
If an address search comes up empty, try the parcel number from a tax bill or deed instead, or click the lot on the map.
The county in brief
The U.S. Census Bureau estimated Bayfield County's population at 16,769 in 2023, spread over about 1,478 square miles of land, or roughly 11 people per square mile. By population it ranks 61st of 72 counties in Wisconsin. Census maps also count about 564 square miles of water inside its boundary. Its county seat is Washburn.
Nearby parcel maps
Bayfield County shares a border with the counties below. Each link has its own official map:
Before you rely on the lines
Treat the map as a guide, not a boundary survey: parcel outlines are often shifted a bit from the real corners. A licensed surveyor settles exact lines.