Best of the Chippewa Valley

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Best Body of Water for Recreation

Volume One readers made the most of this challenging year, and they made it clear the best place to make the best of this year is Lake Wissota, where you can cast a line for everything from panfish to sturgeon, or just stare at the horizon while enjoying warm days and nights. The Chippewa River comes in next, with 183 miles of kayaking and canoeing paradise, with slow-moving waters perfect for tubing with your best buds. Lake Altoona also made our list, with public access and warm sand ready for all. –Cullen Ryan