The 10 Best Things to do Good for Kids in Eau Claire, Wisconsin (WI)

January 16, 2022 Darwin Bolte

Eau Claire (/oʊˈklɛər/) is a city in Chippewa and Eau Claire counties in the west-central part of the U.S. state of Wisconsin. Located almost entirely in Eau Claire County, for which it is the county seat, the city had a population of 65,883 at the 2010 census, making it the state's ninth-largest city. Eau Claire is the principal city of the Eau Claire, Wisconsin Metropolitan Statistical Area, which is a part of the Eau Claire-Menomonie Combined Statistical Area.
Restaurants in Eau Claire

1. Chippewa River Trail

Eau Claire, WI +1 888-523-3866 http://www.chippewa-river-trail.com/
Excellent
67%
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4.5 based on 60 reviews

Chippewa River Trail

Reviewed By rrgeniusz - Cedarburg, United States

This trail goes all around the Eau Claire Area and is a great way to walk or ride a bike around town. Some of the special features that enjoyed were the old Chicago and Northwestern Bridges that have been converted to walking/biking bridges, the new welcome center, the planet walk that puts the sizes and distances between planets into perspective. The trail is not flat, there are some hills.There is a large farmers market just off the trail during the warmer months.

2. Downtown Farmers Market

300 Riverfront Ter, Eau Claire, WI 54703-5181 +1 715-834-5697 http://ecdowntownfarmersmarket.com
Excellent
76%
Good
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Satisfactory
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4.5 based on 76 reviews

Downtown Farmers Market

Reviewed By Michael1947212 - Eau Claire, United States

We go on Saturday morning to get fresh vegetables and lettuce. They have organic options also. Fun experience!!

3. Children's Museum of Eau Claire

220 S Barstow St, Eau Claire, WI 54701-3601 +1 715-832-5437 [email protected] http://www.ChildrensMuseumEC.com
Excellent
66%
Good
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Satisfactory
6%
Poor
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4.5 based on 135 reviews

Children's Museum of Eau Claire

The Children's Museum of Eau Claire is an interactive environment for kids and their grown-ups that inspires imagination, discovery, creativity and the love of learning. A favorite destination for families in the Chippewa Valley, the Children's Museum offers non-traditional learning opportunities to help kids see, touch, learn and grow their way through important developmental milestones.

Reviewed By bella3480

I took my 3 year old here and we had a blast!!! Great way to spend a cold day inside and/or get out some energy. There is so many cool activities to peak any child's interest. I will definitely be going back :)

4. Lowes Creek County Park

Lowes Creek Road, Eau Claire, WI +1 715-839-4783 [email protected] http://www.co.eau-claire.wi.us/parks_and_forest/Lowes_Creek_County_Park.htm
Excellent
76%
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Satisfactory
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4.5 based on 29 reviews

Lowes Creek County Park

5. Chippewa Valley Museum

1204 E. Half Moon Drive, Eau Claire, WI 54703 +1 715-834-7871 [email protected] http://www.cvmuseum.com/index.html
Excellent
58%
Good
36%
Satisfactory
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Poor
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4.5 based on 66 reviews

Chippewa Valley Museum

Have your own adventure in history at Eau Claire's nationally recognized Chippewa Valley Museum, open year-round. The museum offers award-winning exhibits, beautifully preserved historic structures on the grounds, fun activities, a 1950's ice cream parlor, a museum store, and more. A visitor favorite is the multi-media object theater "This Day." The Chippewa Valley Museum sits beneath towering pines in Eau Claire's beautiful Carson Park, a 134-acre peninsula nestled inside horseshoe-shaped Half Moon Lake. The Chippewa Valley Museum is accredited by the American Alliance of Museums.

Reviewed By rrgeniusz - Cedarburg, United States

I have been to this museum several times and always enjoyed the exhibits, many of which are interactive. You can place yourself in northwoods settings, a great place for selfies. Upon my last visit, I got to see their annual Standard Gauge Christmas Layout. The Museum sets this up every year. While it is open during much of December, Santa is there prior to the 25th. There is a Scavenger Hunt thar challenges visitors to find and check off various small details in the layout.

6. Carson Park

1040 Forest St, Eau Claire, WI 54703-3013 +1 715-839-5039 http://www.eauclairewi.gov
Excellent
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4.5 based on 200 reviews

Carson Park

Reviewed By Noordinarytraveler - Bentonville, United States

Great place to take a walk with Fluffy or let the kids play and run off all that extra energy. A lake to hang out near and take a picnic, a place to fish, and a place to take in nature's beatuy. a Gem in the area for sure.

7. Wisconsin Logging Museum:Home of the Paul Bunyan Logging Camp

1110 E Half Moon Dr,, Eau Claire, WI 54702 +1 715-835-6200 [email protected] http://wisconsinlogging.org
Excellent
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Satisfactory
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4.5 based on 70 reviews

Wisconsin Logging Museum:Home of the Paul Bunyan Logging Camp

Ever wonder why Eau Claire became the biggest city in the Northwoods? Who were the Lumberjacks? What were their lives like? Was Paul Bunyan a real person? WLM invites you to step back in time and find out for yourself! Explore the Paul Bunyan Logging Camp, a replica 1890 camp. Visit the Museum to see logs older than the Declaration of Independence. Strap some “butter” on your feet and skate across one of Paul Bunyan’s frying pans.

8. Phoenix Park

330 Riverfront Ter, Eau Claire, WI 54703-5181 http://volumeone.org/sites/concerts
Excellent
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4.5 based on 108 reviews

Phoenix Park

Reviewed By Noordinarytraveler - Bentonville, United States

Well, maintained park on the river. Great for tubing the area when the river current is not strong. A great place to walk around in the downtown area of Eau Claire. Very beautiful and dog friendly. Bike, walk, rollerblade, picnic, or just sit and enjoy the day. It's all good!

9. Action City Fun Center and Trampoline Park

2402 Lorch Ave, Eau Claire, WI 54701-9733 +1 855-746-7502 http://www.actioncityfun.com/
Excellent
36%
Good
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Satisfactory
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Poor
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Terrible
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4.0 based on 102 reviews

Action City Fun Center and Trampoline Park

Action City Trampoline Park & Family Fun Center,located inside the Metropolis Resort offers a variety of activities, attractions and games that are fun for all ages. The 30,000 square foot Trampoline Park features Trampoline dodgeball, open jump, air bag "stunt" jump, Slam Dunk basketball, a slackline, fidget ladder, Gladiator jousting, indoor play ground and two Ninja Warrior courses. Fun Center attractions and games include the largest indoor go-kart track in the Midwest, batting cages, a climbing wall, bumper cars, laser tag, laser maze, outdoor mini golf course, mini bowling and video arcade games. Visit our website for pricing, deals and hours.

Reviewed By imlilsis - Chippewa Falls, United States

We have kids of all ages and everyone had so much fun. It didn’t matter the age there was something for each of them. Weather it was jumping on the different trampolines or trying out the obstacle courses. And it was fun watching the bumper cars. I can’t say enough good about it

10. Chaos Water Park

5152 Fairview Dr Chaos Water Park Resort, Eau Claire, WI 54701-9444 +1 855-334-5371 [email protected] http://www.chaoswaterparkfun.com
Excellent
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Satisfactory
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Poor
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Terrible
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Overall Ratings

3.5 based on 144 reviews

Chaos Water Park

Chaos waterpark features multiple slides, an activity pool, a lazy river, double hot tub, lily pads and an aquatic playground with a dump bucket and cool water features. Admission to the indoor waterpark is included with every overnight stay for each registered guest based on seasonal waterpark hours.

Reviewed By sherylhindi - Stacy, United States

we bought our tickets online, which might be a good idea since there is a limit to the number of people allowed. there were ample life guards/staff . the pizza was delicious:) it was nice that beer was available. fun was had by all from the ages of 2 to 62!

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