Amherst Junction, WI

Amherst Junction is a small, quiet village set along the eastern edge of Lake Emily in Portage County, positioned comfortably between Stevens Point and Waupaca. Home to fewer than 400 residents, the community originally grew around the crossing of two major regional rail lines in the 1870s. Today, it offers a peaceful residential setting surrounded by rolling farmland, pine woods, and open water.

Daily life here centers on the outdoors, with Lake Emily County Park providing convenient spots for fishing, boating, and camping throughout the summer. While the village itself is quiet and rural, neighboring Amherst is just a minute down the road for local schools and dining, and both Stevens Point and Waupaca are an easy 15-minute drive for healthcare, retail, and regional employers. It serves as a comfortable home base for people who want lakeside living and country privacy with quick access to nearby towns.