Hay Meadow Trail
An 8.75 mile long equestrian trail is located in the southwest section of the Chippewa County Forest with trail head, parking area, and pit toilets located approximately 1 mile north of the Bob Lake Road on the Hay Meadow Trail. The rolling glacial moraine in this area of the forest offers constant changes in terrain and landscapes passing by many lakes, ponds, and woodland streams.

Lake Wissota State Park
Over 11 miles of scenic trails pass along Lake Wissota, through
woodlands and prairies. Park sticker required.

Old Abe State Trail
A 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 inline skaters. Starting at the parking lot, at the junction of Hwy S and Hwy O, the trail is flat and easy-going. It winds through agricultural land into the community of Jim Falls, where the horseback riding portion of the trail ends.

Stables for Travelers

Amber Farm, Inc.
18798 70th Avenue
Chippewa Falls, WI
715-723-7050
Offers overnight stabling for travelers. Health papers, current coggins and vaccinations are required. 12' x 12' box stall, paddocks, round pen and riding arenas are available. Owners live on premises.

Peterson Ranch-Equestrian Center
7494 70th Street
Chippewa Falls,  WI  
715-828-9449
This ranch is a full service Equestrian Center that offers boarding, riding lessons, training, breeding, and sales.

Wagon/Sleigh Rides

Cabin Ridge Rides
4271 220th St. Cadott
715-723-9537 or 715-723-0960
Wagon and sleigh rides for groups of 16 or more can enjoy bonfires, picnics and meals in the woods. Two pavilions allow groups to sit around the bonfire to toast marshmallows and sip hot chocolate. If the groups prefer, they can roast hot dogs and munch on potato chips along with the marshmallows and hot chocolate.
Groups may want to relax and stay longer in the woods. The Lodge seats 120 and the Chalet 35. As with the outdoor parties, the cabins are private. A wide range of catered meals are available for the cabin parties.