Are ticks a problem in La Crosse?

There have been 82 tick reports near La Crosse, WI, with 0 bites and 82 sightings. The most common species reported is the Unidentified. Check the Tick Map for the latest 2026 tick activity.

What kind of ticks are in La Crosse?

The most commonly reported tick species in La Crosse include Unidentified, Deer Tick. Each species carries different disease risks — see our species guide for identification help.

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Ticks in La Crosse, WI

82 tick reports from the La Crosse, WI area.

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Total Reports

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Bites

Species Found in La Crosse

Unidentified81 (99%)

Deer Tick1 (1%)

Risk: High — carries Lyme disease

Tick Safety in La Crosse

Ticks are active in La Crosse, WI and surrounding areas. The most commonly reported species is the Unidentified, making up 99% of reports.

✓Wear light-colored clothing when walking in wooded areas or tall grass
✓Use EPA-registered tick repellent (DEET, picaridin, or IR3535)
✓Do a full-body tick check after being outdoors — especially behind ears, hairline, and waistband
✓Shower within 2 hours of coming inside
✓If bitten, remove the tick with fine-tipped tweezers and monitor for symptoms for 30 days