Eau Claire County, a region in Wisconsin, is characterized by its prominent rivers, extensive park systems, and diverse natural landscapes. The geography is largely defined by the Eau Claire and Chippewa Rivers, which carve through the terrain, creating scenic bluffs, river bottoms, and unique geological formations like the Dells of the Eau Claire River. This varied environment provides a suitable setting for several sports like hiking, touring cycling, jogging, road cycling, and more.
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Average rating
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People visited

8
hikers
4.93km
01:17
30m
40m
Easy hike. Easily walkable paths.

4
hikers
3.20km
00:49
10m
10m
Easy hike. Easily walkable paths.

1
hikers
8.56km
02:12
40m
40m
Moderate hike. Good fitness required. Easily walkable paths.
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5
riders
71.7km
04:11
150m
150m
Moderate bike ride. Good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces.

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18
riders
46.8km
02:44
100m
100m
Moderate bike ride. Good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces.

10
riders
18.4km
01:08
80m
80m
Easy bike ride. Mostly paved surfaces.
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50
runners
16.2km
01:41
100m
100m
Hard run. Very good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces.

21
runners
7.91km
00:50
20m
20m
Moderate run. Good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces.

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runners
14.5km
01:30
60m
60m
Moderate run. Good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces.

23
runners
7.67km
00:48
20m
20m
Moderate run. Good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces.
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38
riders
13.4km
01:06
70m
70m
Moderate mountain bike ride. Advanced riding skills necessary.

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23
riders
29.8km
02:09
170m
170m
Moderate mountain bike ride. Good fitness required. Advanced riding skills necessary.

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2
riders
18.4km
01:10
140m
150m
Easy mountain bike ride.

11
riders
Easy road ride. Mostly well-paved surfaces and easy to ride.

9
riders
45.0km
02:08
110m
110m
Moderate road ride. Good fitness required. Mostly well-paved surfaces and easy to ride.

11
riders
33.4km
01:42
150m
150m
Moderate road ride. Some segments of this route may be unpaved and difficult to ride.

3
riders
33.7km
01:33
200m
200m
Easy road ride. Mostly well-paved surfaces and easy to ride.
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Eau Claire County offers a variety of outdoor activities including Hiking, Touring cycling, Jogging, Road cycling, and Mountain biking. The region features 95 routes across these sports. These routes have been explored by over 600 visitors.
Hiking trails are available at locations such as Beaver Creek Reserve, Big Falls County Park, and the Dells of the Eau Claire River. Mount Simon offers trails with panoramic views. For more information, consult the Hiking in Eau Claire County guide.
Eau Claire County features an extensive network of cycling trails, including the paved Chippewa River State Trail, which is 30 miles (48 km) long. This trail connects to the 14.5-mile (23 km) Red Cedar State Trail and the 19.5-mile (31 km) Old Abe State Trail. The City of Eau Claire maintains over 57 miles (92 km) of paved trails. Find more details in the Cycling in Eau Claire County guide.
Lowes Creek County Park offers over 15 miles (24 km) of singletrack trails for mountain biking, ranging in difficulty. Pinehurst Park also provides 3 miles (4.8 km) of trails with features for mountain bikers. Refer to the MTB Trails in Eau Claire County guide for more options.
Eau Claire County offers trails suitable for various skill levels, including easier options. Beaver Creek Reserve has 9 miles (14.5 km) of trails through diverse habitats. The Easy hikes in Eau Claire County guide provides specific recommendations for less strenuous routes.
Key natural landmarks include the Dells of the Eau Claire River, a State Natural Area known for its unique rocky gorge and ancient rock formations. Mount Simon offers elevated viewpoints of the Chippewa River. Big Falls County Park features waterfalls and rock formations.
Outdoor routes in Eau Claire County have an average rating of 4.06 out of 5 stars. This rating is based on feedback from over 600 visitors who have explored the region's 95 routes.
The extensive network of paved and unpaved trails throughout the county provides many options for joggers. The City of Eau Claire maintains a 4-mile (6.4 km) plowed 'Winter Route' for year-round running. Detailed information can be found in the Running Trails in Eau Claire County guide.
Eau Claire County offers 21 hiking routes, 22 touring cycling routes, 31 jogging routes, 17 road cycling routes, and 4 mountain biking routes. In total, there are 95 routes available across these sports.
The official website for Eau Claire County is eauclairecounty.gov. This resource provides general information about the county's services and facilities.
Yes, dedicated resources are available for road cyclists. The Road Cycling Routes in Eau Claire County guide provides detailed information on routes suitable for road cycling. The county features numerous paved trails and roads for this activity.

