The City of Whitewater is nestled within the lakes, forests and prairies of southeastern Wisconsin. Home to the University of Wisconsin-Whitewater, the city enjoys ample educational, cultural and recreational opportunities. Within the city limits are Tripp Lake and Cravath Lake, providing a variety of outdoor sporting and leisure activities.

The Kettle Moraine State Forest is nearby with scenic skiing and biking trails, campgrounds, rustic drives and abundant wildlife. [Entertainment guide]

The Whitewater Aquatic Center features an indoor three-story, 120-foot long waterslide, leisure pool, lap pool, lazy river, play structure, whirlpool and fitness classes. With activities for everyone, your visit will charm you into a wide range of relaxation and new adventures. [Fun with the kids guide]

The greater Whitewater area includes Eagle, Eagleville, La Grange, Lima, Little Prairie, Palmyra, Storrs Lake and Whitewater, Wisconsin.

Facts & Places 

• Whitewater is in Walworth and Jefferson Counties
• Zip code for Whitewater is 53190
• Area code for Whitewater is 262
• Population for the city of Whitewater is 13,347 (2000 census)
• The word Whitewater is derived from the Potawatomi Indians' term, "Wau-be-gan-naw-po-cat", meaning "white water", referring to the white sands in area creeks.