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Amish Stores in Wisconsin

Browse 14 Amish stores, markets, and shops in Wisconsin. Compare contact details, towns, store types, products, and route-planning notes before you visit.

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Wisconsin is home to roughly 18,000 Amish residents, making it one of the larger Amish populations in the United States. The communities are spread across the state's rural interior, with Vernon County in the southwest holding the largest and most established settlement. The Cashton, Ontario, and La Farge areas of Vernon County have seen consistent Amish growth since the mid-20th century, supported by the region's rolling topography and affordable farmland. Wisconsin Amish communities tend to be more conservative on average than those in Indiana or Ohio.

Green Lake County in central Wisconsin, particularly around Dalton and Markesan, hosts another notable cluster of Amish families with a distinct settlement history. Wild Rose in Waushara County and other smaller communities dot the state's central and western regions. Many of these settlements maintain a strong agricultural identity — dairy farming is especially prevalent.

For visitors, Wisconsin Amish country offers a less commercialized experience than the more famous corridors in Holmes County or Shipshewana. This can be rewarding for those seeking authenticity, but it also means fewer posted store hours, less tourist infrastructure, and a greater need for advance planning.

Communities & Character

Vernon County is the center of Wisconsin Amish life. The corridor running through Cashton, Ontario, and La Farge contains hundreds of Amish farms and a concentration of small stores serving the community. Bulk food stores, produce stands, harness and leather shops, and small bakeries operate throughout the county, though hours and accessibility vary considerably.

Green Lake County around Dalton and Markesan represents a different settlement with its own history and church affiliations. Stores here tend to cater heavily to local Amish needs — general merchandise, hardware, and food staples. Visitors who make the effort to seek out these communities will find genuinely working Amish businesses rather than shops primarily designed for outsiders.

What Wisconsin is Known For

  • Bulk dry goods, grains, and baking supplies
  • Aged and fresh cheeses from local dairy farms
  • Handmade furniture with simpler, functional designs
  • Leather harnesses and horse tack
  • Fresh eggs and farm-direct dairy products
  • Homemade jams, preserves, and canned vegetables
  • Wood-crafted barns, sheds, and outbuildings
  • Fresh bread, pies, and traditional baked goods

Best Time to Visit

Late spring through early fall — May through September — is the optimal window for visiting Wisconsin Amish communities. Summer brings active farm stands, more reliable store hours, and better road conditions on rural routes. The Cashton area in Vernon County is particularly pleasant in late summer when gardens are productive. Winter travel is not recommended for most rural Wisconsin Amish communities, as unpaved township roads can become difficult to navigate.

Travel Tips

  • Vernon County's Amish communities are spread across narrow, hilly roads — a physical map or downloaded offline GPS is more reliable than live navigation in areas with weak cell signal.
  • Cash is essential; the vast majority of Wisconsin Amish stores do not accept cards, and many in conservative settlements do not have phones, making it impossible to call ahead.
  • Stores in Wisconsin Amish communities are almost universally closed on Sundays, and some also close on certain religious holidays — plan your visit for Tuesday through Friday.
  • Drive slowly and cautiously on rural roads throughout Vernon and Green Lake counties — horse-drawn buggy traffic is common, and many roads have no shoulders.

Cultural & Etiquette Notes

Wisconsin Amish communities, particularly in Vernon County, lean toward Old Order affiliations with stricter practices around technology, dress, and interaction with outsiders. Avoid taking photographs of Amish individuals without explicit permission, and do not photograph buggies, homes, or farms in an intrusive way. Dress conservatively. Letting the shopkeeper set the tone of the interaction is the safest approach.

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Where locals shop

Albany

The largest clusters are around Albany, Cashton, Beloit with 2 listings.

Standout experiences

General Market

6 shops specialise in general market, alongside specialty store, bulk foods store.

Trip timing

Year-round access

Most stores welcome visitors year-round, so you can plan a relaxed itinerary in any season.

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  • jellies
  • cheeses
  • gifts
  • crafts
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Old Country Cheese

Cashton, WI

S510 County Road D, Cashton, WI

A range of Amish made products such as jams and jellies (apple, apricot, cherry, blackberry, peach, strawberry, plum butter, dutch apple jam, gooseberry, pumpkin butter), cheeses, gifts, crafts and much more.

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Amish House

Wild Rose, WI

N 5183 17th Drive, Wild Rose, WI

Amish House carries a broad choice of items including popcorn, syrups and Amish cheeses.

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Lark Country Store

Shawano, WI

W5431 Lark Rd, Shawano, WI

Amish store with a variety of goods.

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Down A Country Road

Cashton, WI

12651 WI-33, Cashton, WI

Amish market with unique country products.

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Oak School Amish Shop

Mauston, WI

N4359 County Rd HH, Mauston, WI

Amish shop with handcrafted goods.

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Simple Life Country Store

Fort Atkinson, WI

N2795 Ebbert Ln, Fort Atkinson, WI

Amish store with a variety of country products.

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Amish Produce Store

Cambria, WI

W4648 Ln 1, Cambria, WI

Amish store specializing in fresh produce.

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Kauffmans Country Store

Beloit, WI

9550 WI-81, Beloit, WI

Amish store with a variety of country goods.

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Mishlers Country Store

Dalton, WI

W5115 Barry Rd, Dalton, WI

Amish store with a variety of goods.

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The Village Market

Spencer, WI

212 S Pacific St, Spencer, WI

Amish market with a variety of products.

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Travel tips for Wisconsin

  • Plan a loop through Albany, Cashton, Beloit to experience different Amish communities without backtracking.
  • Pair a morning stop at a general market with an afternoon visit to specialty store and bulk foods store for souvenirs and pantry staples.
  • Bring cash and a cooler - many Amish merchants prefer simple payments and fresh goods travel best when kept chilled.

Frequently asked questions

Where are the best Amish stores in Wisconsin?

The best concentration of Amish stores in Wisconsin is in Vernon County, particularly in and around Cashton, Ontario, and La Farge in the southwestern part of the state. Green Lake County around Dalton and Markesan is another good area, as is Wild Rose in Waushara County. Because many stores have limited signage and irregular hours, using a directory to identify specific shops before visiting is strongly recommended.

Is there an Amish store in Dalton Wisconsin?

Yes, the Dalton area in Green Lake County has Amish-owned stores serving the local community. These tend to be practical operations — bulk food stores, general merchandise, and farm supply shops. Hours can be irregular, and visiting on a weekday morning gives you the best chance of finding stores open.

What is Vernon County Wisconsin known for in Amish country?

Vernon County is home to Wisconsin's largest Amish settlement, centered around the towns of Cashton, Ontario, and La Farge. The community is known for its Old Order character, extensive farmland, and the density of Amish farms spread across the county's rolling hills. Unlike some Amish regions with significant tourism infrastructure, Vernon County retains a more genuine, working-community feel.

Are Wisconsin Amish communities open to visitors?

Wisconsin Amish communities are generally open to visitors who approach with respect and reasonable expectations. However, Wisconsin communities — especially in Vernon County — are more conservative on average than those in Indiana or Ohio, which means the level of tourist amenities is lower and store hours are less predictable. The best approach is to use a store directory, plan a route in advance, and treat every shop stop as a working business rather than a sightseeing opportunity.