Learn About Local Cities in the
Chippewa Valley and Northwestern Wisconsin

About Eau Claire, WI

Eau Claire is a medium-sized city of about 65,000 people located in the heart of West Central Wisconsin where the Chippewa and Eau Claire rivers meet and approximately 90 miles east of Minneapolis/St. Paul.

The rivers and natural rolling hillsides create a beautiful location where just about anywhere you look you will find wonderful views, rich natural resources, and the benefits of small-town living, with many of the features of a much larger town.

Eau Claire offers diverse employment in health care, education, light industrial, retail, and service. Eau Claire has the services of two hospitals, the University of Wisconsin-Eau Claire, and Chippewa Valley Technical College. The area is rich in both sports and arts, with numerous festivals and events scheduled all year round.

For families, the schools are ranked among the best and children are never at a loss for what to do. The many parks, walking/biking trails, a top-notch skate park, and beaches provide healthy activities for busy and curious kids.