Buffalo County, County administrative division in west-central Wisconsin, United States.
Buffalo County is an administrative division in west-central Wisconsin encompassing rolling terrain, river valleys, and farmland. The territory includes several towns and villages that share the landscape formed by waterways and agricultural land.
The region took its name from the Buffalo River, documented by French explorer Father Louis Hennepin during his 1680 journey. This early European presence influenced the later settlement and development of the area.
Local farming communities show their heritage through county fairs and harvest celebrations, where people gather to share their connection to rural life and agricultural traditions.
Alma serves as the county seat and provides government services to residents. Multiple school districts are distributed throughout the territory to serve educational needs.
The area encompasses about 38 square miles of water surface where the Buffalo River meets the Mississippi. This waterway confluence creates numerous spots for outdoor activities and fishing.
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