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Irvine Park
& Zoo
Bridgewater Avenue,
Chippewa Falls
(715) 723-0051
In 1906 William Irvine had a dream
to establish a reserve that would enhance and protect
the Chippewa Valley environment. Mr. Irvine then donated
a number of acres to the city for this purpose. The
size of the park has grown throughout
the years and is now 318 acres. It has been a recreational
resource of pride for Chippewa Falls residents and visitors
for many years.
Irvine Park & Zoo is a 300
acre park home to bobcats, cougar, black bears, monkeys,
white-tailed deer, buffalo, many different bird species
and other wildlife. During the summer months there is
a red barn full of farm animals for the public to enjoy.
A petting zoo is open from 10-6pm (depending on
volunteer availability).
Also located in the park is the
Sunny Valley School House built in 1903. Across from
the school is the Norwegian Log Home that is over 100
years old. Open for tours Memorial Day through Labor
day from 1-5pm Sundays and holidays.
The
Friends of Irvine Park & Zoo are looking for
donations for building a new exhibit complex for the
bobcats, cougar, and black bears. Their
outdated cages are obsolet and must be replaced to ensure
the humane containment of the animals placed there.
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Rose &
Lily Garden
Corner of Jefferson &
Bridgewater Avenue,
Chippewa Falls
 The
rose Garden and Lily Garden is a breathtaking site on
the comer of Jefferson and Bridgewater Avenues. Right
across the street from the Leinenkugel Brewery. See
natures beauty of over 500 roses, teas, floribunda,
gradifloras, miniatures and climbers. It's a Gardener's
Paradise.
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Old
Abe Trail
888-723-0024
 This
paved 19.5 miles connects Lake Wissota State Park in
Chippewa Falls and Brunet Island State Park in Cornell.
The trail, an abandoned railroad grade has been developed
into a trail for bicyclists, snowmobiles, hikers, horseback
riders and in-line skaters. Begin your trail experience
at either trail head on 97th Ave (junction of Hwy S
& Hwy O) or in Cornell at the Mill Yard Park (Hwy
64/178 & Park Rd) Passes are required for all persons
16 years or older biking, in-line skating and horseback
riding. Passes can be obtained at the Chippewa County
Parks & Forest, Chippewa Area Visitor Center, Cornell
Visitor Center and local merchants.
Seasonal passes are $20 and daily passes are $4.00.For a copy of the Map call
888-723-0024.
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Wagon and Sleigh Rides
Wagon rides are available
during the Christmas season that go through the downtown
and the beautiful Christmas Village in Irvine Park.
Contact the Chippewa
Falls Main Street for more information.
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Cabin
Ridge Rides
4271 220th St.
Cadott
715-723-9537 or 715-723-0960
Wagon and sleigh rides 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 prefers they can
roast hot dogs and munch on potato chips along with
the marshmallows and hot chocolate.
A Wedding chapel overlooks the serene Paint Creek and the beauty of the woods.
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.
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 Bushel & A Peck Market
18444 County Hwy OO
Chippewa Falls
715-723-0133
Good Apple Tree Orchard-30+ varieties. Strawberry, currant and rasberry plantings. Store open mid-August-first week in November 9am-6pm
Connell's Orchard
19372 cty Hwy OO
Chippewa Falls WI 54729
Apples, craft and gift shop featuring Amish furniture, bakery, produce,
jams, honey, maple syrup, wagon rides and pumpkins.
John
McIlquham Orchard
19947 County
Hwy J, Chippewa Falls 715-720-1663
Open Mid-August.
Fall Hours: Labor Day
Through October-Open daily 9 a.m. to 6 p.m.
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