Chippewa Falls, WI Local Area Information

Museum that preserves local ground breaking innovations in industry and technology. Exhibits include Cray Inc. supercomputers, Mason Companies' apparel and footwear lines,Darley firefighting equipment, Leinenkugel's Brewing Company beer brewing innovations, the Great Northern Corporation's packaging line, and Hubbard Scientific's educational aids. Admission is $5.00 for adults, $3.00 for kids a... (read more)

If you are in the Eau Claire area, Leinie's Lodge and Tour should be on your list of things to do. A free tour with beer samples! Learn how this beer has been made for over 140 years. A guide will take you through Leinenkugel's history. Try one of their year round brews or seasonal concoctions. This tour is so popular be sure to call ahead to make reservations. read more about Leinenkugel Bre... (read more)

Celebrate a child's birthday or come for theme night, Hoffey's is fun for all ages. The large indoor skate park has themed areas like the jail, the birthday balcony, the White House, BroadWay, and the Moon Walk. Birthday packages include the Ultimate Birthday Party,Hot Dog Party, Ice Cream Party, and Balcony Party. Prices vary so check the website for details. read more about Hoffey's Skate Ame... (read more)

The John Mcllquham Orchard family business branched out into winemaking in 2004. This winery produces 11 wine varieties, all light, crisp and fruity. Apples, grapes, and other fruit is added to the wine. All are made by hand- bottled, corked, and labeled. Complimentary wine tasting is offered during regular business hours. There's a gift shop and patio on site. In the fall stop by to choose fro... (read more)

Travel in a stage coach just as your ancestors did so long ago. Cabin Ridge Rides offers a variety of activities with their horse drawn carriages. Enjoy a ride in the 6 passenger stage coach or in an authentic 12 passenger Amish covered wagon. Additional activities include bonfires, sleigh rides, picnics and meals in the woods. There is a lodge and chalet on site for hosting bigger groups. Duri... (read more)

Mount Simon Park hosts year round activities. There's a boat landing, dock, two pavilions, two sand volleyball courts, a baseball diamond, a Frisbee nine hole golf course, and even winter golf. You can canoe, fish, kayak, boat, waterski, and swim in the Chippewa River. This park even plays host to the Babe Ruth Baseball Program for kids ages 13-16.Find out more at www.eteamz.com. read more a... (read more)

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There's tons to do at Beaver Creek Reserve. Guests can visit the nature center, butterfly house, observatory, field research center, and citizen science center. The reserve contains over 380 acres of unique habitat including woods, wetlands, river bottom forests, and savannah areas. Since it is bordered by the Eau Claire River, two small trout streams run through the reserve. Home to a variety ... (read more)

Embrace Chippewa Valley history with a visit to the Chippewa Valley Museum. There's historic buildings, exhibits of the Ojibwe tribe and farm life, a library, dollhouse, and working ice cream parlor. Open year round, hours varyso check their website for the latest information. Admission is $5 for adults, and$2 for children ages 5-17. Ages five and under are free. read more about Chippewa Valley... (read more)