Crandon is located in
Forest County (of which it is the county seat) within the
North Region, between
Rhinelander and
Laona along US Highway 8 near Metonga Lake and Mole Lake Indian Reservation. The population estimate for July 1, 1998 was 2,133, an increase of 175 since 1990.
Accommodations in Crandon include Courthouse Square Bed & Breakfast, Four Seasons Motel and Lakeland Motel. Click for more details, including other accommodations in the area, as well as online reservations.