Gilmanton rewards residents with wide-sky country living, a friendly pace, and quick connections to small-town essentials in Mondovi and river bluff views in Alma, plus big-city amenities in Eau Claire. The community’s heart is the single-campus Gilmanton School District, known for close-knit classes, strong FFA traditions, and Friday-night events that bring everyone together. Set amid the coulees and valleys of Buffalo County, the Buffalo River threads nearby farms and woodlots, shaping four-season recreation and scenic drives.
Outdoors enthusiasts can ride, run, or snowmobile the crushed-limestone Buffalo River State Trail from Mondovi toward the Northwoods. Birders and paddlers find wild solitude in the Tiffany Wildlife Area, where backwaters and floodplain forests shelter eagles, cranes, and waterfowl. Weekend explorers head to the Mississippi for fishing and boating at Merrick State Park, or cruise the storied Great River Road for overlooks, orchards, and autumn color.
Community pride shines at the Labor Day weekend Gilmanton Free Fair, a century-old celebration with parades, live music, and classic small-town fun. Everyday needs are simple to handle, and county services are easy to navigate through the Buffalo County government. If you’re considering a move, you’ll find a place where neighbors wave, kids play outside, and weekends are for trails, fields, and festivals. When it’s time to make a move, Agent Pronto can introduce you to a top real estate agent to help you buy or sell with confidence.