Irvine Park Trail

Bridgewater Ave., Chippewa Falls

Easy difficulty. Woods trails above the zoo area double as ski trails. Loop back down and visit the zoo afterwards. Trails also go past Glen Loch Lake. Trails can also be accessed from small parking lot on Cty Rd S or on the parking lot above the zoo off Erma-Tinger Drive.

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Irvington Campground

E4176 County Rd. D, Menomonie

The campground has wooded and open site areas with full hook up, electric & water, rustic & seasonal sites available. Connects to the Red Cedar Bike Trail, and rents canoes and kayaks with a shuttle service to get you to the water.

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KAMO (Kids and Mentors Outdoors)

KAMO provides outdoor experiences to children including fishing, canoeing, camping, hunting, wildlife viewing and hiking. Mentors who pass a background check are matched with local children to help provide them with outdoor experiences.

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Kemper's Woods

Chippewa Falls

A few trail loops go through a small woods surrounded by farmland. From Business 29, drive south on Chippewa Crossing Blvd and turn left on Stilson (50th Ave) past the dog park, over Hwy 29, and look for a small loop-shaped parking lot on the right side of the road.

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Lafayette Town Hall Trail

Lafayette

A short loop goes through woods. The trail overlooks Paint Creek. From Cty Road X south of Lake Wissota, turn south on 197th Street to the Lafayette Town Hall. Park near the food stand at the ball fields and walk through the brush site area to find the somewhat-hidden trailhead.

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Lake Chippewa Campground

8380N County CC, Hayward

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Lake Menomin Park Trail

Menomonie

Easy difficulty. Walk through the woods, emerge next to Lake Menomin, and then through meadow before re-entering woods. From I-94 head south on Cty Rd B, turn right at 3M Drive, turn left at Stokke Parkway, turn right at Red Cedar Street/Domain Drive.

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Lake Wissota State Park

18127 County Hwy 0, Chippewa Falls

Several trail options go through woods, meadows, lowlands, marshes, and Lake Wissota's shoreline. Many double as ski trails. Bikes are permitted on all but 3 trails. One-mile Beaver Meadow nature trail loop for families with small children. Scenic lake trail is also a highlight. Daily and annual state park vehicle admission passes vary in price. Located on the northeast section of Lake Wissota. 

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Lake Wissota State Park - Camping

18127 County Highway O , Chippewa Falls

More than 1,000 acres of forest and Locationopen prairie on a 6,300-acre man-made lake. Offers secluded campsites, hiking, biking and horseback riding trails, picnic and playground areas and a 285-foot swimming beach. Boating, canoeing, kayaking and water skiing are popular summer activities on Lake Wissota.

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Levis Mound Trail

Neilsville

The Levis Mound and Trow Mound rec trail in Southern Clark County features 25 miles of mountain bike singletrack trails offering riders a variety of terrain, from easy meandering wooded singletrack to technical pitches and outstanding views of the surrounding 133,000 acre county forest.

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Loon Lake Campgrounds

10279 280th Ave., New Auburn

13 sites. If you are looking for a place for you and your family to enjoy the summer, look no further. This campground is tucked away on quiet Loon Lake in New Auburn, Wisconsin. This lake is shallow and quiet, which makes it the perfect lake for paddle boats, canoeing, and kayaking.

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Lowes Creek County Park Trail

S. Lowes Creek Rd., Eau Claire

Easy to moderate difficulty. Most trails double as mountain bike or ski trails. One short trail is devoted to hiking only. Nice sights of Lowes Creek. Requires $3 daily pass with seasonal passes available. Drive south of Eau Claire and I-94 on Lowes Creek Road. Park entrance will be on the left. Or drive south of Eau Claire and I-94 on 93. Turn right on Lorch Avenue and left on Fairview Drive. Ample parking at both entrances.

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Menomonie Lions Game Park Trails

Menomonie

Easy difficulty. Very short trail starts near animal exhibits and features a little boardwalk. Fun stroll for families with little kids. From I-94 head south on North Broadway Street, turn left on Pine Avenue E to Game Park Rd. Plenty of parking spaces on paved lot.

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Northwest Community Park Trail

650 Van Es Parkway, Eau Claire

Moderate difficulty. Several loop trail options double as mountain bike and ski trails. Some are narrow and steep. From the North Crossing (Hwy 312) head north on Jeffers and turn right away on E. Prairie Lane to Arrowhead Drive to Van Es Parkway. Drive to the end of the street to the small parking lot.

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O'Neil Creek Campground

14912 105th Ave, Chippewa Falls

Come to camp, fish, or just relax. They've got playgrounds, mini golf, snack bar, swimming beach, arcade, gathering areas, train rides and more activities. Facilities include showers, laundry, water & electric, and other amenities.

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Old Abe Trail

711 North Bridge Street, Chippewa Falls

Easy difficulty. Popular bike trail goes from Chippewa Falls to Cornell. One scenic spot is just north of Jim Falls where the trail follows the Chippewa River on one side and small fields and ponds (some full of turtles) on the other. Head north of Chippewa Falls on Hwy 178 to the Jim Falls exit. In town, there is a trailhead sign with a parking lot. Walk north through town before getting to the scenic spots.

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Otter Creek Trail

2333 Hillcrest Pkwy, Altoona

3 miles - Located next to the Hillcrest Golf Course.

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Otter Lake County Park

35309 170th Ave, Stanley

It has 22 well-spaced campsites, a playground, picnicking, swimming and a boat landing. The shoreline of much of Otter Lake is undeveloped and provides an attractive, wilderness-type setting. Central location for water, electricity available on all sites and pit toilets. No showers or dump station.

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Overdrive Cycling Club

Eau Claire

Supports all forms of cycling and abilities. Their members strive to improve their fitness, wellness and cycling skills while enjoying the camaraderie of our members. Group Rides: Monday at Yankee Jacks 6pm. Wednesday at Fairfax Pool 6pm.

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Pine Harbor Campground

7181 185th St., Chippewa Falls

Offering organized activities such as Christmas in July, Halloween, Bingo, Pancake Breakfasts, and more. Clean flush toilets, showers, and laundry facilities. Two play grounds: one age 5 and under, one for age 5+. Pet friendly (on a leash). Hiking and biking trails. Free wireless internet.

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Pine Point County Park

27699 256th Street, Holcombe

Camping, swimming, picnicking, playground equipment, a reservable picnic shelter and a boat launch are available. Central location for water off of the main parking lot, electricity available on all sites, pit toilets and a dump station. No showers. Firewood is available for sale from the park caretaker who occupies site #7.

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Pinehurst Park - Trails

3523 Delbert Road, Eau Claire

Moderate difficulty. Wooded trails along the far side of the sledding hill double as mountain bike trails. Trails end at the top of the sledding hill. From Hwy 53, turn right on Eddy Lane to Darryl Lane to Dale Road. From the parking lot, look for the trailhead on the left facing the hill.

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Putnam Trail

Located at the end of Putnam Drive, UWEC Lower Campus, Eau Claire

Difficulty: Easy. Dirt road goes through a wooded area that follows Little Niagara Creek. Deer and wild turkeys often seen. Marshy woods with a beautiful canopy of branches and leaves. From campus heading west, the trail follows the Chippewa River.

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Red Cedar State Trail

921 Brickyard Road, Menomonie

Easy difficulty. Small bluffs with a waterfall will be on one side and the Red Cedar River on the other side. Bald eagles frequently sighted. Going other direction from Dunnville takes you through the Dunnville State Wildlife Area across a trestle near the confluence of the Chippewa River and the Red Cedar River. This meets up with the Chippewa River Trail.

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