Places & Resources

Ice Rinks 13

Slice up the ice on rinks both indoor and outdoor

Snowboarding 7

Shred up the slopes at these board-friendly locations

Afton Alps

6600 Peller Ave. S., Hastings

With nearly 300 skiable acres, 50 trails, 18 lifts and four terrain parks, there is enough terrain to challenge experts to beginners, day or night. Two tricky terrain parks, tubing, tow ropes and chairlifts galore, all types of rentals, a ski shop…

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Beaver Creek Reserve

S1 Cty Hwy K, Fall Creek

A few minutes in your car and you can spend an entire afternoon in the quiet beauty of the woods. Beaver Creek Reserve has a number of wooded, groomed trails for snowshoeing and cross country skiing. Rental equipment is available there, as well.

Cross-Country Skiing Snowshoeing

Boyd Park

1202 Fairway St., Eau Claire

Boyd Park provides access to the Eau Claire River. People can partake in some shoreline fishing. There is also a pedestrian bridge that crosses the river granting access to city recreational trails on either side of the river. During the winter season enjoy a great outdoor rink with hockey nets and a useful warming house. Open 4-8pm during the week, and 1-9pm on weekends. Basketball hoops, fishing, hockey rink (snowbanked), skating rink, nature trails, parking lot, picnic area, picnic shelter, play equipment, recreational field area, scenic views, shelter house, soccer, toilet facilities and prairie area. 7.2 Acres.

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Brunet Island State Park

23125 255th St., Cornell

There are more than eight miles of hiking trail in this state park, and they are perfect for showshoers in the winter. In addition, there are 4.3 miles of trail groom for classic-style cross-country skiing only. Park admission sticker required.

Snowshoeing

Carson Park

101 Carson Park Dr, Eau Claire

One of the more historical parks in the Upper Midwest. Carson Park in Eau Claire contains three major attractions, the Paul Bunyan Logging Camp, the Chippewa Valley Museum, along with Eau Claire's baseball stadium. The Eau Claire Express became the newest tenant of Carson Park in 2005. During the winter season Carson Park offers cross-country skiing with several shorter, groomed trails perfect for beginners looking to stay away from steep grades.

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Cascade Mountain

W10441 Cascade Mountain Rd., Portage

They have 41 runs, the longest being a full mile, and a vertical drop of 460 feet. Six terrain parks will keep anybody occupied, while they have tubing for less intense riders. Towropes and chairlifts, rentals, a ski shop…

Snow Tubing Snowboarding Downhill Skiing

Chippewa Area Ice Arena

839 1st Ave., Chippewa Falls

Sundays 6-8pm show up at the South Rink (second set of doors) for Open Skate. During this time, hockey players, figure skaters, community members, and those interested in learning how to skate, are invited to get on the ice. Admission is free and…

Ice Rinks

Chippewa Fairgrounds

225 Edward St., Chippewa Falls

They may no longer be serving cheese curds and cotton candy, but the rides are not completely gone when the carnival leaves town. The walk-in entrance to the grounds across from Irvine Park provides a perfect path to safely walk to the top of a…

Sledding Hills

Chippewa Moraine State Recreation Area

13394 County Highway M, New Auburn

While not groomed, they are open to snowshoeing, hiking, and cross-country skiing. Three self-guided trails beginning at the interpretive center will give you a look at kettle lakes, hummocks, and other glacial features. Vehicle admission stickers are required.

Snowshoeing

Christie Mountain

W13755 County Hwy. O, Bruce

Twenty-two lighted runs up to 4,000 feet long, with a 350-foot vertical drop with one double chairlift, one t-bar and three rope tows, tubing runs, towropes and chairlifts, rental gear, chalet, and instructions available.

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Christmas Mountain

S944 Christmas Mountain Road

16 downhill runs with a wide variety of trails. Alpine skiing, snowboarding, tubing with great views. Chairlift, handle tows to get back up the hill, On-site lodge, resort, and dining.

Downhill Skiing

Coon Fork Ski Trail

County Highway CF, Augusta

Located on Coon Fork Lake County Park, this trail is most suitable for beginner to imtermediate skiers, and offers level areas and rolling hills. It has a total length of 3.2 miles. Only diagonal striding is available as the trails are not wide…

Cross-Country Skiing

Drainage Ditch Run

Wolske Bay Rd. 724, Menomonie

It’s a crazy drainage ditch on the southeastern side of Lake Menomonie that leads out onto the lake. It might be a lot of fun, but definitively watch out for the lake ice.

Sledding Hills

Fairfax Park

4200 Fairfax St., Eau Claire

Fairfax Park is a 75-acre park located on the south side of Eau Claire, with accommodations including a baseball field, two Little League fields and walking trails. It can be accessed from either Golf Road or Fairfax Street. And, being the only park not connected to a body of water, it is equipped with an outdoor pool. The pool season begins June 2 and the cost is $3.25 per person.

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Flag Hill

Bridgewater Avenue, Chippewa Falls

Irvine Park has provided a ton of fun opportunities for people of the Chippewa Valley, but many do not realize the awesome potential for its sledding hills. Venture to Flag Hill once we have gotten a decent amount of snow, and then walk to the edge…

Sledding Hills

The Flats Hill

Chippewa Falls

Look to the left going down Pumphouse Road hill, descending from the East Hill of Chippewa Falls, and you’ll find winter bliss waiting. A hill for all ages and skill levels, this place is wide open, with little to no risk of hitting any trees…

Sledding Hills

Forest Hill aka "Seven Bumps" aka "Dead Man's Hill"

822 Emery Street, Eau Claire

Right next to the Forrest Hill Cemetery (on Huebsch Boulevard) on the East Side Hill, the slope is small and gentle with no major obstacles (just the thing for weak-hearted novices). In recent years, its easy accessibility has made it a favorite…

Sledding Hills

Granite Peak

3605 N. Mountain Rd., Wausau

A massive place with 74 runs up to 1.5 miles in length and an awesome vertical drop of around 700 feet. They also have tubing, tons of rentals, a ski shop, chalet, lodging, restaurants, snowmaking, and instruction.

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Guettinger Woods & Wildlife Area

Sandberg Road off Highway 37, Eau Claire

This little-known Eau Claire County Park has been called a “hidden gem.” You’ll find it about seven miles southwest of Eau Claire in the town of Brunswick. The 123 acres are open for snowshoeing, hiking, and wildlife watching, although there are no groomed trails.

Snowshoeing

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