Land Recreation

ATV

Enjoy over 15 miles of ATV trail through the Chippewa County Forest with hills, valleys and challenging terrain of the trail, which were created by the action of glaciers, many thousands of years ago. The Chippewa County ATV Trail is normally open to ATV riding from May 1st to November 15th of each year. Be cautious, as you never know what's around the next corner, or over the next hill, on this two-way trail!

Please observe all Chippewa County ATV Laws and stay on designated trails and routes.  Riders who cannot stay on designated trail and routes are not welcome here. Penalties for violations relating to ATV operation are between $100.00 and $500.00.

ATV Trail Map

BIKING

Chippewa Falls has many great biking opportunities from designated biking trails to scenic road rides. Hop on your bike and let your legs peddle you through beautiful parks, neighborhoods, back country roads and everything in between.

Designated and Marked Trails

Duncan Creek Parkway Trail
A five mile paved loop through Chippewa Falls ideal for biking and in-line skating. This trail connects to the Old Abe State Trail northeast of County Highway I. Portions of this trail are shared with motor vehicle traffic.

Hickory Ridge
This off road mountain biking trail is 14.2 km in length and winds through the quiet and scenic oak and aspen forest and consists of 3 challenging loops. Located in northern Chippewa County in the County Forest the trail begins at the parking lot off of 225th Ave. (Bob Lake Rd).

Hickory Ridge Trail Map

Old Abe State Trail
The Old Abe State Trail is a paved 19.5-mile abandoned railroad grade connecting two State Parks, from Chippewa Falls to Cornell. This old railroad grade has been developed into a multi-use trail for bicyclists, snowmobilers, hikers, horseback riders and in-line skaters.

Begin your trail experience at either the trail head on 97th Avenue (junction of Hwy S & Hwy O),  in Cornell at the Mill Yard Park, or at the Town Hall parking lot in Jim Falls. The Old Abe State Trail connects with the Duncan Creek Trail northeast of County Highway I.

State trail passes are required for all individuals over 16, who are biking, horseback riding, cross-country skiing or in-line skating. Self registration passes available at the trailheads in Cornell at the Millyard Park, and at Lake Wissota on 97th Ave. In Chippewa Falls passes are available at the Chippewa Falls Visitor Center, 10 S. Bridge St., and at Spring Street Sports, 12 W. Spring Street. 2011 pricing: $20 for annual passes and $4 for daily passes and are valid on all Wisconsin State Trails (prices are subject to change).

Old Abe State Trail Map

Riverview Reserve
Paved and unpaved trails cris-cross through the Reserve and provide great viewing opportunities of the Xcel Energy Dam. This trail connects to Duncan Creek Parkway Trail and the Old Abe State Trail and is located east of Seymour Cray Blvd and south of County Highway I.

Other Biking Opportunities

Irvine Park & Zoo
A 318-acre park and zoo with paved roads winding through the entire park offering great views of Duncan Creek, Glen Loch Dam, wooded areas, numerous animal exhibits and more. Roads through the park are open to motor vehicle and pedestrian traffic.

Irvine Park & Zoo Map

Lake Wissota State Park
This state park located on the north shore of Lake Wissota offers over 11 miles of scenic trails that pass along Lake Wissota’s shoreline. Although the trails are not developed for biking, bikes are permitted on all but three of the trails. A State Park sticker is required for entrance into the park.

Lake Wissota State Park Map

River Road Trail
There are two separate trails through rolling terrain and along the more-gentle grade of the River Road to the parking area and is located along the Chippewa River. The Blue trail winds through some of the more challenging terrain with steeper downhill and uphill grades. The trailhead is located 2.2 miles north of Cornell on County Road CC on 239th Avenue.

River Road Trail Map

BOWLING

Falls Bowl
9 W.Columbia Street, Chippewa Falls | 715-723-3347
20 lanes of bowling.

Ojibwa Golf & Bowl
www.ojibwagc.com
8140 136th Street, Chippewa Falls | 715-723-8823
8 lanes of bowling.

Camping

Eagle Ridge Campground
www.eagleridgecampground.com
2302 Nelson Road, Chippewa Falls | 715-738-CAMP
Restful setting on Chippewa River. Ball fields, bike trails, large pull through sites and 50 amp services.

Fair Hill Campgrounds
www.northernwisstatefair.com
331 Jefferson Avenue, Chippewa Falls | 715-723-2861
Nostalgic camping within walking distance to downtown Chippewa Falls, Irvine Park, public pool, Leinenkugel’s, YMCA, and bike trails.

Lake Wissota State Park
www.dnr.state.wi.us/org/land/parks/specific/lakewissota
18127 County Hwy O, Chippewa Falls | 715-382-4574
Located on the north side of Lake Wissota and offering 116 campsites year round.

O’Neil Creek Campground
www.oneilcreek.com
14912 105^th Avenue, Chippewa Falls | 715-723-6581
Family campground with activities for all. 50/30 amp service and water/sewer services available.

Pine Harbor Campground
www.pineharborcampground.com
7181 185^th Street, Chippewa Falls | 715-723-9865
Quiet family campground. Large, spacious, pull through sites. 50 amp.

Cross-Country Skiing

Chippewa County has over 29 miles of groomed cross-country ski trails. From traditional to skate skiing, beginner to advanced we have a trail for you.

Hickory Ridge Ski Trail
16 miles of ski trails groomed for traditional or skate skiing winding through the quiet and scenic oak and aspen forest and consits of 3 challenging loops. The trail begins at the parking lot off of 225th Ave. (Bob Lake Rd).

Hickory Ridge Ski Trail Map

Irvine Park & Zoo
Numerous short trails are available throughout the 318-acre urban park, including 3 miles of groomed cross country ski trail.

Irvine Park & Zoo Trail Map

Lake Wissota State Park
This state park located on the north shore of Lake Wissota offers over 7.5 miles of groomed and tracked cross-country ski trails. A State Park sticker is required for entrance into the park.

Lake Wissota State Park Map

River Road Ski Trail
There are two separate trails that challenge intermediate and advanced skiers through rolling terrain and along the more-gentle grade of the River Road to the parking area.

River Road Ski Trail Map

For current trail conditions visit Travel Wisconsin’s Snow Report or call 715-723-0331.

Golfing

Lake Wissota Golf
www.lakewissotagolf.com
16108 97th Avenue, Chippewa Falls | 715- 382-4780
18 Hole Championship Golf Course.

Ojibwa Golf & Bowl
www.ojibwagc.com
8140 136th Street, Chippewa Falls | 715- 723-8823
Mature 9-hole, par 35 scenic course with well-manicured fairways, greens and tee boxes.

Timber Terrace Golf
www.timberterracegolfcourse.com
1117 Pumphouse Road, Chippewa Falls | 715- 726-1500
A 9- hole golf course located beside the beautiful Chippewa River.

Hiking

Chippewa Falls has many great hiking and walking opportunities whether it is through a beautiful park, on a wood chips or pavement, get out and enjoy the city on your feet.

Designated and Marked Trails

Duncan Creek Parkway Trail
A five mile paved loop through Chippewa Falls ideal for walking, biking and in-line skating. This trail connects to the Old Abe State Trail northeast of County Highway I. Portions of this trail are shared with motor vehicle traffic.

Lake Wissota State Park
Hikers will enjoy the 17.4 miles of scenic hiking trails within the park. Among the park's most scenic trails is the 1-mile self-guided Beaver Meadow Nature Trail. A trail overlook allows visitors to view the environment and wildlife found in a beaver pond. Check out the self-guided Prairie Wildflower Trail for an up-close view of tall grasses and a variety of other plants. A State Park sticker is required for entrance into the park.

Lake Wissota State Park Map

Old Abe State Trail
The Old Abe State Trail is a paved 19.5-mile abandoned railroad grade connecting two State Parks, from Chippewa Falls to Cornell. This old railroad grade has been developed into a multi-use trail for bicyclists, snowmobilers, hikers, horseback riders and in-line skaters.

Old Abe State Trail Map

Begin your trail experience at either the trail head on 97th Avenue (junction of Hwy S & Hwy O),  in Cornell at the Mill Yard Park, or at the Town Hall parking lot in Jim Falls. The Old Abe State Trail connects with the Duncan Creek Trail northeast of County Highway I.

Riverview Reserve
Paved and unpaved trails cris-cross through the Reserve and provide great viewing opportunities of the Xcel Energy Dam. This trail connects to Duncan Creek Parkway Trail and the Old Abe State Trail and is located east of Seymour Cray Blvd and south of County Highway I.

Hiking Opportunities

Irvine Park & Zoo
A 318-acre park and zoo with paved roads winding through the entire park offering great views of Duncan Creek, Glen Loch Dam, wooded areas, numerous animal exhibits and more. Roads through the park are open to motor vehicle and pedestrian traffic.

Irvine Park Map

Hockey

Chippewa Area Ice Arena
www.chippewahockey.org
839 First Avenue, Chippewa Falls | 715-723-1612

Horseback Riding

Hay Meadow Trail
A 22 mile equestrian trail system and trailheads developed by the Chippewa Valley Trailriders and the Chippewa County Forest and Parks Department for equestrian use. There are two trailheads located in the forest with gravel parking, toilet facilities, fire pits and tie lines. Hay Meadow #2 is located one mile north of Bob Lake Road and Hay Meadow #3 is located one mile further north than #2. The equestrian trails wind through hardwood poplar forests. The rolling glacial moraine in the area offers constant changes in terrain and landscape. Riders will pass many lakes, ponds, and woodland streams on these scenic trails. It is recommended that you bring drinking water for yourself and your animals.

Hay Meadow Trail Map

Lake Wissota State Park
Horseback riders have 6.5 miles of trails available in the park for daytime horseback riding. A State Park sticker is required for entrance into the park. Horse rental is not available in or near the park.

Lake Wissota State Park Map

Old Abe Trail
Along side part of the paved trail is 6 miles of beautiful equestrian trail. The trail winds through agricultural and forestland while following the undeveloped shoreline of the Chippewa River. Begin your trail experience at either trailhead on 97th Ave (junction of Hwy S & Hwy O) or at the Anson Town Hall in Jim Falls.

State trail passes are required for all individuals over 16, who are biking, horseback riding, cross-country skiing or in-line skating. Self registration passes available at the trailheads in Cornell at the Millyard Park, and at Lake Wissota on 97th Ave. In Chippewa Falls passes are available at the Chippewa Falls Visitor Center, 10 S. Bridge St., and at Spring Street Sports, 12 W. Spring Street. 2011 pricing: $20 for annual passes and $4 for daily passes and are valid on all Wisconsin State Trails (prices are subject to change).

Old Abe State Trail Map

Hunting

The landscape of Chippewa Falls and Chippewa County varies greatly from the rolling hills of the Chippewa Moraine in the north to the flat farmlands in the south. This landscape variety provides for a diversity of forest types, plant cover, water bodies and wildlife populations. Chippewa County is blessed with a wide variety of hunting opportunities, including: whitetail deer, bear, turkeys, pheasants, ruffed grouse, geese, ducks, rabbits and squirrels.”

Chippewa County has over 46,000 acres of lands open to the public for hunting. The largest tract of public lands, approximately 32,000 acres, is contained in the Chippewa County Forest. Other properties with lands open to public hunting include the Chippewa Moraine Unit, the Tom Lawin Wildlife Area, scattered state fishery area lands along trout streams, and private lands enrolled in either the Forest Crop Law or Managed Forest Law.

For state hunting regulations visit the Wisconsin Department of Natural Resources for answers about resident and non-resident registrations, age requirements, safety tips and more.

Ice Skating

Chippewa Area Ice Arena
www.chippewafsc.org
839 First Avenue, Chippewa Falls | 715-720-3843

Parks

COMMUNITY PARKS
Adams Park- Summit Avenue

Alexander McBean Park- Marshall & Grand Avenue

Ball & Knight Park- Loffler Court

Casper Park- Canal Street and Old Eau Claire Road
Enjoy the 60-acre outdoor sports complex with facilities for softball, soccer and baseball.

Frenchtown Park- Bryant & Hebert Street

Harmony Park- Bridge Street

Hiram S. Allen Park- South Bridge Street

Irvine Park and Zoo- Bridgewater Avenue
This park on 318 acres includes a band shell, preserved schoolhouse and log cabin, zoo, petting zoo, and Glen Loch Dam overlook and a Christmas Village with lights and displays.

James W. Buchanan Park- Main Street

L.C. Stanley Park- Terrill & Dwight Street

Mary E. Marshall Park- Bridgewater Avenue
Tennis courts, skate board park.

Rose/Lily Garden- Bridgewater Avenue
This public garden is home to many varieties of  roses and lilies. Open May through October.

Simon Lyberg Park- Garden & Lynn Street

Thaddeus Pound Park- West South Avenue

Village of Lake Hallie Park- 4902 117^th Street
This 80-acre park features eight ball fields with concrete dugouts, two pavilions, a concession stand, batting cages, volleyball courts, playground equipment, picnic and restroom facilities.

STATE PARKS
Lake Wissota State Park
81 campsites, with boating, swimming, picnicking and hiking available. Two group campsites for up to 80 people can be reserved for large group camping. The park’s facilities are handicap accessible. Located on the north shore of 6,300 acre Lake Wissota, 6 miles east of Chippewa Falls. 715-382-4574.

State Parks are open year-round with limited facilities available in the winter. Required vehicle permits must be purchased. Wisconsin State Park campsite reservations can be made online or by phone: 1-888-WI PARKS or at www.wiparks.net

Snowmobiling

Chippewa County offers snowmobile enthusiasts nearly 500 miles of snowmobile trails to ride on. The variety of landscapes that the trails cover is what makes them so fun and exciting. While riding our trails check out the glacial formations, rolling hills, and the beautiful wooded forests. This trail system travels through Chippewa County and connects with many other county trails with the opportunity to travel by snowmobile statewide. The Chippewa Valley Snowmobile Organization maintain and groom the trail system and keep the trails in excellent riding condition during the snowmobile season.

For the latest Chippewa County snowmobile trail conditions visit Travel Wisconsin’s Snow Report or Chippewa Valley Snowmobile Organization.

For state snowmobile regulations visit the Wisconsin Department of Natural Resources for answers about resident and non-resident registrations, age requirements, safety tips and more.