Lake Menomin Park

2997 Domain Drive, Menomonie

Lake Menomin is a 10009 acre man-made reservoir with abundant public boat landings and great fishing spots for large/smallmouth bass, northern pike, panfish, and walleye. The trail system at Lake Menomin Park has mountain biking trails with varied difficulty, and hiking trails. There are heavily wooded portions with native plant species, small ponds, and meadows to enjoy.

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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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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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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 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

Main Trailhead and Depot at 912 Brickyard Road, Menomonie

A 14.5 mile trail system stretching from Lake Menomin, down the Red Cedar River, to the junction with the Chippewa River. A crushed stone path with small bluffs, Red Cedar Falls waterfall, frequent Bald Eagle sightings, a trip across a trestle bridge, and stops in the small towns of Irvington and Downsville.

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Riverside Bike & Skate

937 Water St., Eau Claire

A full service bike retailer featuring major brands. They offer bike repair and tune-up services. They also service hockey equipment, skates, canoes, kayaks, and more. Riverside also rents Canoes and kayaks, shuttles and trailers, so you can plan your own river excursion.

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Rock Lake Lodge & Campground

23015 153rd St., Bloomer

Go swimming in the heated, outdoor pool, play in the game room, take a walk and see elk and peacocks, go fishing on Rock Lake, bring your ATV's/snowmobiles, and ride the trail or just relax around the campfire or at the lodge. The lodge has a full bar with homemade pizzas and sandwiches.

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Stage Coach Bicycle Route

Trailhead located in Augusta just off Hwy 12/27 on Stone St.

21 miles - Approximately 21 miles roundtrip with alternate loops. Mostly easy but a few steep hills. It's a scenic route that follows along a lightly traveled road and is perfect for a family bicycle outing. Available year round and no pass is required. 

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Stoney Creek RV Resort

50483 Oak Grove Road, Osseo

Stoney Creek is big rig friendly, offers 18 hole mini golf, laundry facilities, free wi-fi internet, adult pool with basketball, kiddie pool with toys, volleyball and basketball courts, short-order kitchen, covered wagon rides, game room, worship services, and more. Don't forget laser tag.

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Tower Ridge Recreation Area Trail

1230 S 82nd Ave, Eau Claire

Easy to Moderate difficulty. Wide trails double as ski and horseback riding trails. Some trails are very hilly. Offers spectacular views of the Eau Claire River Valley. $3 daily pass/seasonal. Drive east from Eau Claire on Cty Rd Q and then south on L. Go past first parking lot (for disc golf players) to the second lot (road to it on left side of L).

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