Welcome To KEY TO THE CITY's Page For
Hayward
Sawyer County, Wisconsin
ZipCodes
54843
Motto
The Golf Capital of Wisconsin
Home of the World's Largest Muskie
Page Contents for Hayward, Wisconsin
History & History-related items
Chamber of Commerce.
Community news
Community events.
Organizations, Churches, and Sports.
Statistics & Facts
The Wisconsin state capital is Madison.
The population of Hayward is approximately 2,312 (2009), 2318 (2010).
The approximate number of families is 1,064 (2000), 1048 (2010).
The amount of land area in Hayward is 7.7 sq. kilometers.
The amount of land area in Hayward is 3.0 sq. miles.
The amount of surface water is 0.644 sq kilometers.
The distance from Hayward to Washington DC is 907 miles.
The distance to the Wisconsin state capital is 228 miles. (as the crow flies)
Hayward is positioned 46.01 degrees north of the equator and 91.48 degrees west of the prime meridian.
Hayward elevation is 1,198 feet above sea level.
Hayward per capita income is $ 22,359 (2008).
Hayward median income is $ 34,986 (2008).
The Hayward median home price is $ 133,704 (2008).
Location
in northern Wisconsin about 69 miles from Duluth, Minnesota. Other nearby communities include Little Round Lake, Stone Lake, Chief Lake, Reserve, Springbrook, Edgewater and Cable.Return to Index
Weather
seasonal.
Here is a current weather page for Hayward.
Return to Index
History & History Related Items
This area was first settled in the late 1800’s though early Native Americans had lived in the area for centuries. The seemingly inexhaustible source of good timber was a large draw factor for the growth in the area. The founder of Hayward was Anthony Judson Hayward. The town was named for him. After visiting the area, he was impressed with the potential here for a lumber mill. The Namekagon River would make an ideal place for the timber storage and the forests all around would bring in the needed lumber. Added to the pluses was the fact that the railroad was coming. In fact, the rails arrived in 1881 and by a year later, several power dams were built along the river to power the mill that, in turn, produced the lumber to build the new larger mill. The new mill was built by June, 1883 and the new community of Hayward had stores, homes, businesses and, of course, the large, new mill. Sawyer County was created in 1883 and many roads were built in the area. Both events played a large part in the growth of the area. Though an important part of Hayward history, the mill did it’s part in the economy when it burned down on 11 May 1922. This marked a change for Hayward as from this time on, the economy emphasis moved from logging to tourism. The Hayward area was advertised in the state as the prime vacation area for visitors and residents alike.
Here is a history page for the area.
Return to Index
The incorporation of Hayward
1915Attractions
Sawyer County Museum
Visit the Sawyer County Historical Museum each summer season from June to September or by special arrangement (weather permitting) in the spring and fall.
The Sawyer County Fair
Held in August each year since 1908!
There are many lakes in the area, including Court Oreilles, Grindstone, Windigo, and Round Lakes, which are known for their trophy-sized muskellunge ("muskie"), northern pike, walleye, and smallmouth bass. A prominent feature of Hayward is the 200 foot long statue of a Muskellunge. A person may climb up into the mouth of the fish and look out over the town
The Musky Festival, held each year in June, the largest summer festival in the Northwoods.
The National Fresh Water Fishing Hall of Fame
P.O. Box 690
10360 Hall of Fame Drive
Hayward, Wisconsin 54843
Phone (715) 634-4440
The Hayward Fall Festival held each year in September.
The Chequamegon Fat Tire Festival
Fat Tire Racing and Fun since 1983
P.O. Box 267
Cable, WI 54821
Phone: 715-798-3595
In nearby Cable. The race begins in Hayward and then winds over trails, woodlands and roads for 40 miles and then finishes in Cable. Held each year in September.
See photos of Hayward.
The Lumberjack World Championships
held in July each year in Hayward
PO Box 666
Hayward, WI 54843
Phone: (715) 634-2484
Wilderness Walk Zoo and Recreation Park
35 acres of fun with wild animals, farm animals, a baby animal nursery, western town, more.
9503 N State Rd 27
Hayward, WI 54843
Phone: 715=634-2893
Learn more about Hayward at this informative site.
Return to Index
Hayward City Government
City of Hayward15889 W 3rd
Hayward, WI 54843
Phone: 715-634-2311
The city of Hayward is surrounded by the Town of Hayward.
Hayward is the county seat of Sawyer County
City of Hayward Police Department
15889W Third Street
P.O. Box 969
Hayward, WI 54843
Phone: 715-634-8961
Round Lake Town Hall
RR 4
Hayward, WI 54843-9804
Phone: 715-462-3294
Hayward Chamber
Hayward Area Chamber Of Commerce101 W 1st St
P.O. Box 726
Hayward, WI 54843
Phone: 715-634-8662
Hayward Community News
The Sawyer County Record newspaper15617B Highway 63 North
Hayward, WI 54843
Phone: 715-634-4881
Fax: 715-634-8191
Hayward Community Events
Community Events in the Hayward area.July Each Year
Honor the Earth Pow-Wow
The largest Pow-wow in North America. Events include a pageant, singing, dancing, traditional arts cooking contest, tournaments and more. See the website for details and current dates.
Hayward Organizations
Hayward Area Chamber Of Commerce101 W 1st St
P.O. Box 726
Hayward, WI 54843
Phone: 715-634-8662
Hayward Libraries
Sherman and Ruth Weiss Community Library10788 State Hwy 27/77
P.O. Box 917
Hayward, Wisconsin 54843
Phone: 715-634-2161
The library was founded in 1887 and the building was erected in 1904 aided by funding from Andrew Carnegie. Read more about the history of this library.
Hayward Schools
Hayward Community Schools
P.O. Box 860
316 W 5th St
Hayward, WI 54843
Phone: 715-634-2619
Home of the Hurricanes!
Lac Courte Oreilles Ojibwe Community College
13466 W. Trepania Rd.
Hayward, WI 54843
Phone: 715-634-4790 Hayward
Miscellany
The population of Hayward was:1990 - 1,897
2000 - 2,129
2009 - 2,312
Median Age:
2000 - 40.2 years
Number of Housing Units:
2000 - 1,064
Median household income:
2000 - $ 28,421
2008 - $ 34,986
Per capita income:
2000 - $ 16,658
2008 - $ 22,359
Median house value:
2000 - $ 81,500
2008 - $ 133,704
Hayward is located in the Central Time Zone and does participate in daylight savings time during a portion of the year.
Contribute information for this community or any other community on the Key To TheCity website
Be sure to include the name of the community and its state when contacting Key to the City as you are NOT directly contacting this community.
Thanks for visiting Key to the City. Come back again! Soon!
- The information on Key to the City is from multiple sources including government, commerce, libraries, individuals and organizations. There is no guarantee of the accuracy or timeliness of the information presented on these pages, therefore, please use at your own risk.
