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The Eau Claire Wisconsin area has a perfect combination of urban and rural environments, providing the amenities of a large metropolitan area, without the congestion, noise and stress. The area offers:

  • A healthy and diverse economy
  • Low cost of living
  • High quality medical care
  • Excellent schools at all levels
  • Affordable housing
  • Low crime
  • Minimum traffic
  • Friendly people
  • Retail shopping
  • Cultural and community activities

Four distinct seasons offer year-round outdoor fun. Few regions can boast of so many outdoor recreational opportunities within an hour drive of residential neighborhoods including:

  • 2,500 Lakes
  • 11 State Parks
  • 3 state recreation trails
  • 700 trout streams
  • Countless resorts
  • Multiple urban parks and pathways
  • Many miles of bike trails
  • Groomed snowmobile trails
  • Groomed Cross-country ski trails

Visit Eau Claire
Visit Eau Claire provides in depth schedules and information about recreational and cultural opportunities in the Eau Claire area.

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Area Parks & Recreation

City of Eau Claire Parks, Recreation and Forestry
Eau Claire County Parks and Forest
Eau Claire Youth Athletics Programs
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