Location: 42.6719206, -88.543494
Location
Located in Walworth County, Elkhorn stands at the crossroads of southern Wisconsin near major routes leading to Lake Geneva and Janesville. The surrounding landscape of farms and wooded hills creates a quintessential Midwestern atmosphere.
History
Elkhorn’s history stretches back to the 1830s, when settlers named it after elk antlers found on a local hill. It became a regional trade center and the county seat of Walworth County. Its courthouse square and Victorian homes showcase the community’s proud heritage.
Community
The city’s year-round calendar includes the Walworth County Fair, one of Wisconsin’s largest and oldest. Local parks, sports complexes, and schools strengthen Elkhorn’s family-oriented environment. Steady economic development supports a mix of small business and manufacturing.