1st Place: Farmers market
2nd Place: Leinenkugel’s Brewery
3rd Place: Phoenix Park

It’s been a very, very long time since Eau Claire looked to its rivers for any source of pride, but with all of the development in the North Barstow area, we have finally arrived. If family or friends happen to be around on a Saturday, Wednesday, or Thursday, the Farmers’ Market is a great place to stop. Not only is the pavilion attractive, the selection of produce, meats, baked goods, and the general carnival atmosphere creates a local attraction anyone would find fun and interesting. For second place you’ll need to head towards Chippewa Falls and greatest brewery tour around – check out the vats, learn about wort, and, best of all, sample all sorts of beer. In third place, which is super-convenient if you took your guests to the first place winner, is Phoenix Park. Between the walking paths, amphitheater, converted railroad bridge, and outstanding river views, this park is a gem in the sandy banks of the Chippewa River Valley.  – Eric Rasmussen

Fall Creek Pick: Beaver Creek Reserve, County Highway K