Hunters and landowners trust Coulee Land Company to buy or sell trophy whitetail habitat, income-producing farms, or river-bluff retreats in the #1 Boone & Crockett county in America.
Set in the rolling bluffs of western Wisconsin, Buffalo County blends small-town friendliness with easy access to Eau Claire (45 min) and the Twin Cities (90 min). Whether you want an income-producing farm, a cabin retreat, or a building site close to town, you’ll find options here and real estate agents that care.Why People Choose Buffalo County
Set in the rolling bluffs of western Wisconsin, Buffalo County blends small-town friendliness with easy access to Eau Claire (45 min) and the Twin Cities (90 min). Whether you want an income-producing farm, a cabin retreat, or a building site close to town, you’ll find options here and real estate agents that care.Why People Choose Buffalo County
- #1 Boone & Crockett County – 160 record-book whitetails (90 in the last 20 years)
- 92% private land – low public pressure, high trophy potential
- OTC non-resident tags ($160) – no draw, instant access for out-of-state buyers
- Mississippi River corridor – fertile bottoms, alfalfa, and acorn-rich ridges
- Strong ag economy – cash-rent tillable, CRP income, and timber value
At a Glance
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Location
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Western WI along the Mississippi River; 45 min west of Eau Claire, 90 min southeast of Twin Cities, I-94 corridor
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Population
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13,000 (2023 est.) – rural density, tight-knit communities
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Lifestyle vibe
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“Bluff-country hunting & farming” – pickup trucks, Friday night fish fries, and world-class deer stands
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Commute hubs
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45 min to Eau Claire (Mayo Clinic, manufacturing); 90 min to MSP airport
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Living & Playing HereBuffalo County offers quiet rural living with the Mississippi River as its western backbone and steep coulees carving the landscape. Alma (county seat) and Fountain City deliver riverfront charm, while Cochrane and Mondovi anchor the ag community. Area Highlights
- Main-street gems: The Alma Bakery (fresh pasties), Pier 4 Café (river-view burgers), Buffalo City Farmers’ Market (Sat mornings, May–Oct)
- Annual events: Alma Fishing Float (June, 5,000+ attendees), Buffalo County Fair (July, rodeo & tractor pull)
- Local employers: Ashley Furniture (Arcadia), Marten Transport, Global Finishing Solutions, Mayo Clinic–Eau Claire satellite
Outdoor Recreation
- Mississippi River Pool 4 & 5 – 40,000+ acres, 3 public ramps (Alma, Fountain City, Nelson), walleye, sauger, smallmouth
- Tiffany Wildlife Area & Bottoms – 13,000 acres of public hunting; waterfowl, pheasant, turkey, and archery deer
- Buffalo County Parks – Merrick State Park (camping, boat launch, river beach), Rieck’s Lake Park(picnic, fishing, birding), Cochrane Park (playground, ball fields)
- Public Hunting / Wildlife Areas – Large tracts are scarce within the county; most hunters own or lease private ground—92% of Buffalo County is privately held, creating premium lease opportunities.