Old Abe State Trail
(Biking, Hiking)
The Old Abe Trail is a paved, 19.4 mile, multi-use trail. It winds through agricultural and forest land while following the Chippewa River. There is an abundance if wildlife and natural beauty.
Starting at the parking lot at the junction of Hwy S and Hwy O, the trail is flat and easy going, adjacent and parallel to the blacktop trail is the equestrian trail. It winds through agricultural land into the community of Jim Falls, where the horseback riding portion of the trail ends.
Passes are required for all persons 16 or older biking and in-line skating. 2008 pricing is: seasonal passes are $20 and daily passes are $4 and are good on all Wisconsin State Trails. (prices subject to change). Passes are available at various local merchants, Lake Wissota and Brunet Island State Parks, Chippewa County Parks and Forest Office, Cornell Visitor's Center and the Chippewa Falls Area Visitor Center.
One of the trailheads is located northeast of Chippewa Falls. From Highway 53, follow County Highway S for about 5.5 miles. At the junction if Highway S and Highway O, turn left on 97th Avenue.
The other trailhead is located in Cornell at the Mill Yard Park. Highway 64/178 and Park Road.

Duncan Creek Parkway Trail
(Biking, Hiking)
Five mile loop through Chippewa Falls city limits ideal for biking, hiking, and inline skating. Will connect to Old Abe Trail in the future.

Brunet Island State Park
(Biking, Hiking)
Cornell WI
(715) 239-6888
Jean Brunet: The Jean Bruent Trail is a 3/4 mile self-guided nature trail for foot travel only, which follows some of the channels on the north part of the island.
Timber Trail: This trail is approximately one mile long, crossing the interior of the island. It travels through a wooded area recovering from a tornado which hit the park in 1977.
Spruce Trail: This trail follows the Fisher River for about 1/2 mile from the boat landing to the picnic area. Hikers can cross the picnic area and return to the boat landing via the Timber Trail.
Pine Trail: This trail is also about 1/2 mile long. It connects the Timber and Spruce Trails.
Nordic Trail: The bike trail link is a 1 mile, paved bike trail, which takes you from the Brunet Island park entrance to the Old Abe State Trail.

Ice Age Trail
(Hiking)
13394 Co Highway M, New Auburn, WI 54757
(715) 967-2800
The Chippewa Moraine and Firth Lake segments of the Ice Age National
Scientific Trail include 23 miles of well-marked trails crossing Chippewa
County. Begin your visit at the Chippewa Moraine Interpretive Center where you are encouraged to experience hands-on activities. No motorized vehicles,horses or mountain bikes are allowed off public roads in the Reserve or on the Ixe Age Trail. Primitive camping is available at designated areas. Ice Age trailhead parking can also be found in several other spots in Chippewa County; on County Hwy 'CC' about 2 miles north of Cornell, on Cty. 'E' about 2 miles south of Cty. 'M', and on Cty. 'M' about 1 mile east of State Hwy.40
Hikers - be aware that trails may vary in difficulty and are not surfaced.
Moderate climbs or descents may be encountered. Trail surfaces can become slippery when wet, leaf covered, and loose gravel can be encountered. Roots and small stumpage may also be present in some areas.

Mill Yard Park
(Hiking)
Bridge Street, Cornell
(715) 239-3717
Mill Yard Park, located on the banks of the Chippewa River on Bridge Street in Cornell is a picturesque 10-acre park that features 2 ball fields, the Visitor's Center, pavilion, playground, drinking water, toilet facilities & parking for the near by Old Abe Trail.

Irvine Park
(Hiking)
Bridgewater Ave & Highway 124 Chippewa Falls, WI 54729
(715) 723-3890
The trail in Irvine Park in Chippewa Falls is approximately 2 miles of gently rolling terrain through a mature mixed hardwood forest. The trail is routinely groomed for skiing during the winter months. Parallel to the trail is a snowshoe trail. When the trail is not covered with snow, it can be used as one of many hiking trails throughout the park. This particular trail base is wood chips. The paved roads through Irvine Park are also used for hiking through all seasons.
Visitors will find over 300 acres of natural and scenic beauty throughout the park. The park offers a zoo, petting zoo, scenic dam, museum and other historical displays. Picnic shelters and restrooms are also available.

Hickory Ridge Trail
(Hiking)
The trail begins at the parking lot off 225th Avenue.
This trail winds through quiet and scenic oak and aspen forests. The trail length is 14.2 km. It consists of 3 loops. All loops are signed with either a snowflake blazer or a blazer depicting a skier, complete with kilometer markings. Rest shelters are located at the North and South loops. No dogs permitted.
South Loop: The trail begins at the parking lot off 225th Avenue. The first kilometer is two ways. Use caution and watch for other skiers.
North Loop: The terrain becomes more challenging with longer downhill and uphill grades.
Tram Lake Loop: This trail exits the North Loop just beyond Kilometer 3 and is the most challenging section of the entire system. The Tram Lake Loop is 3.5 kilometers.

Lake Wissota State Park Trail
(Biking, Hiking)
18127 County Hwy O
Chippewa Falls WI
(715) 382-4574
There are over 11 miles of scenic trails that pass along Lake Wissota's north shores and wind through woodland, prairie, lowland forest and marsh. Although the trails are not developed for biking, bikes are permitted on all but three of the trails. For area horse owners, there is also an 11-mile horse trail maintained within the park. For winter enthusiasts, there are plenty of trails. The park offers 7.5 miles of groomed and tracked cross-country ski trails. Snowshoeing is permitted in all areas of the park except on groomed trails. In addition, nearly 4.75 miles of snowmobile trails connect with the County's trail system of more that 150 miles
Directions: From Highway 29, exit on County Highway X. Follow County Highway X north and west. Drive north on County Highway K, then west on County Highway O to the park entrance.
Each vehicle entering the park must have an admission sticker. Single day passes may be purchased as well as annual stickers which are honored in all WI State Parks and Forests for the calendar year.

River Road Trails
(Hiking)
Travel north on County Road CC from Cornell for about 2.2 miles to 239th Avenue. Turn east and travel about 0.4 miles to the trailhead.
The River Road Tail is located along the Chippewa River. Two separate trails challenge intermediate and advanced skiers through rolling terrain and along the more-gentle grade of the River Road to the parking area. Beginning skiers will find the River Road itself to be a good place to practice their strides.
The Blue Trail is the longer of the two trails. It winds through some of the more challenging terrain with steeper downhill and uphill grades. This trail is most appropriate for advanced skiers. The trail is 4 km from the parking area to the return and the parking area.
The Yellow Trail is 2.4 km. The skier will encounter more gentle slopes. The trail is still difficult enough to classed as an intermediate trail as there are some steeper grades.
Bike Trail: The bike trail is a 1 mile, paved bike trail. It takes you from the the park entrance to the Old Abe State Trail.

Deer Fly Trail
(Hiking)
The Deer Fly Trail is located in the Chippewa Forest in Northern Chippewa County. From the north the trail entrance is located 2 miles west of the junction of County Roads M and E
The Deer Fly Trail area is in the Chippewa County Forest. This area comprises approximately 8,589 acres. Glaciated in the past, this area is a portion of the terminal moraine of the Chippewa Lobe of the Great Wisconsin Glacier. It is characterized by rolling hills, sharp ridges, numerous lakes and streams and supports a wide variety of plants and animals. Numerous trails allow access into the area. The trail is blocked with and orange gate signifying limited use access. Regular motorized traffic is prohibited on these trails to preserve the trail surface.

Riverview Reserve
Co Hwy I east of Seymour Cray Sr. Blvd, Chippewa Falls. Nature Study, biking and hiking. Connects to Chippewa Falls City Bike Trail and Old Abe State Trail.

Chippewa County Forest
Located primarily in the north-central area of the county, the Chippewa
County Forest offers opportunites for hiking, fishing, canoeing, hunting,
nature study, cross-country skiing and camping. Backcountry camping is allowed, no fee, 2 week limit. Fires permitted based on fire danger level. No camping allowed on trails.