Wabash County

Wabash County is an administrative division in northern Indiana with a mix of farmland, forests, and waterways. The terrain varies between flat areas and gentle rolling hills, with streams and small lakes running through the landscape.

The county was established in 1832 after Native American tribes left the area and the land opened for European settlement. This founding marked the start of transforming the region through farming and European colonization.

Writer Gene Stratton-Porter came from this area and created works celebrating local plants and animals that still resonate in the region today. Her influence shaped how people in the county view and appreciate the natural world around them.

Visiting the area requires your own vehicle since public transportation is limited and distances between attractions are substantial. Plan to explore local roads early and allow extra time for navigation across the county.

The region has shown a strong political lean since 1888 and kept this direction across decades of elections. This reflects the deep-rooted values and consistent beliefs held by local residents.

Location: Indiana

Inception: February 2, 1832

Capital city: Wabash

Shares border with: Kosciusko County, Whitley County, Huntington County, Grant County, Miami County, Fulton County

Website: http://gov.wabash.in.datapitstop.us

GPS coordinates: 40.85000,-85.79000

Latest update: December 7, 2025 20:40