2018 Map of West Salem

About this map

West Salem serves as the focal point of this 2018 survey, situated where the La Crosse River meets the expansive Neshonoc Lake. The landscape is defined by its dramatic driftless-style topography, characterized by a series of narrow valleys locally known as coulees, such as Scotch Coulee and Larson Coulee. These geographic features dictate the rural road network, with routes like McKinley Valley Rd and Eggens Coulee Rd winding through the deep draws between high ridges like Krueger Hill. For local historians and genealogists, the map identifies several significant burial sites, including Hamilton Cem and Neshonoc Cem, which preserve the names of the region's early families. The transition from the developed streets of West Salem to the broad agricultural expanses of Pleasant Valley and Adams Valley highlights the enduring rural character of La Crosse County.