With our serene landscapes, it’s easy to get swept away in the Chippewa Valley. Nestled on the Eau Claire River with 135 acres, Big Falls County Park (600 Big Falls Forest Road, Fall Creek) offers ample locations for picnics, swimming, hiking, and canoeing. For the more urban romantic, The Brewing Projekt’s rooftop (1807 N. Oxford Ave., Eau Claire) overlooks downtown Eau Claire and the Chippewa River. For another unique and gorgeous view, check out the center of the High Bridge (Chippewa River Drive, Eau Claire) also overlooking the Chippewa River. –Stephanie Nesja