Warren County, Indiana
Warren County is a small, rural area in western Indiana. It’s bordered by the Wabash River to the south. Fall Creek Gorge is a unique geological spectacle, although it’s unfortunately closed to the public.
Williamsport serves as the county seat. Farming drives the local economy, and the area is known for its impressive covered bridges, relics of a bygone era.
Hikers are drawn to Warren County for its state parks and nature preserves. The county’s population is small, but its sense of community is strong. Local festivals celebrate everything from small-town heritage to bluegrass music.
| Category | Details |
|---|---|
| County Name | Warren County |
| County Seat | Williamsport |
| Etymology | Named after Joseph Warren, an American Revolutionary War hero who died at the Battle of Bunker Hill |
| Cities, Towns, and Communities | Williamsport, West Lebanon, Pine Village, State Line City, Marshfield, Independence, Judyville, Tab |
| Interstates and Highways | US-41, US-136, IN-28, IN-55, IN-263 |
| FIPS Code | 18-171 |
| Total Area (Land and Water) | 366 square miles (Land: 364 sq mi, Water: 2 sq mi) |
| Adjacent Counties (and Direction) | Benton County (North), Tippecanoe County (East), Fountain County (Southeast), Vermilion County (Southwest), Vermilion County, Illinois (West) |
| Time Zone | Eastern Time Zone (ET) |
| Population | 8,000 (estimated) |
| State | Indiana |
| Coordinates | 40.3692° N, 87.3049° W |
| Major Landmarks | Williamsport Falls, Warren County Courthouse, Black Rock Nature Preserve, Portland Arch Nature Preserve |
