1.9 acres, basketball hoops, play equipment, recreational field, shelter, and baseball/softball field.

Kessler Park

Proudly located on Eau Claire’s Near West Side, 3rd & Vine is the area’s newest spot for craft beer and cheese! Focusing primarily on local and regional craft beers and cheese, 3rd & Vine has paired what Wisconsin’s always done best- Beer & Cheese- in a fresh and exciting way! Part taproom/part retail shop, 3rd & Vine offers exciting options for both on-site and off-site consumption!

3rd & Vine

The City of Eau Claire is working with Surf Shack Rentals to bring you this opportunity to paddle Half Moon Lake. Rentals are on a first-come first-served basis. No reservations. Time begins once payment is complete.

Single kayaks and paddle boards are just $12 for the first hour and $9 for each extra hour. Tandem kayaks are $17 for the first hour and $12 for each extra hour. Just keep in mind, you must be 18+ to rent, alcohol is strictly prohibited, and life jackets are required!

Braun's Bay Kayak Rentals

This new trail and boardwalk connects Carson Park to Rod & Gun Park with a smooth 1,800-foot concrete pathway, welcoming mobility devices and strollers with its ADA-compliant design. See views of Half Moon Lake and the Braun’s Bay wetland area through three raised boardwalk trails, thoughtfully equipped with bumpers to ensure your safety. Handrails in areas provide additional support and accessibility, while the trail’s adjustable footing is designed to withstand wet conditions and flooding, offering an unforgettable outdoor adventure for all. Biking and walking are permitted on the concrete trail. However, biking is not permitted on the boardwalks. [GOOGLE MAP HERE](https://www.google.com/maps/d/u/0/viewer?mid=1F7RT2Wa-ImtCs-FztsaO6cyfEmwwXRs&ll=44.805136107156585%2C-91.52286146225738&z=15).

Half Moon Lake Boardwalk Trail

A place to be curious, seek connection, and be inspired. We tell stories. Surprising, entertaining, and authentic stories to illuminate the Chippewa Valley and tell the stories of its people.

The museum offers historical & cultural exhibits, a 1950's ice cream parlor, a museum store with unique local gifts, a research library and archives, and events that highlight local culture.

The Chippewa Valley Museum sits beneath the pines in Eau Claire's beautiful Carson Park, a 134-acre peninsula nestled inside Half Moon Lake.

Cost: $10 - adults; $8 - seniors (62+); $5 - ages 5 - 17; Free - under 5; Students with I.D. - $5

Length of Tour: Varies

Comp for Escort & Driver: Yes

Virtual Tour: https://posthousevideo.com/20-11%20CVM\_MobileVT2/

Chippewa Valley Museum

Since 1934, the Wisconsin Logging Museum invited visitors to step back in time to experience a time when Wisconsin Pine was filling out rivers and supplying a growing nation. Explore a real logging camp, learn about the men who lived in them, and learn about the trees that build cities across the country and put Northern Wisconsin on the map. You can even get your picture taken with Paul Bunyan and Babe the Blue Ox!

Wisconsin Logging Museum - Home of the Paul Bunyan Logging Camp

Cannery Park is one of Eau Claire’s newest and most imaginative places to play. Located near downtown along the Chippewa River State Trail, the park features a colorful, history-inspired playground designed for children with a range of ages and abilities, along with plenty of space to climb, slide, swing, roll and explore.

### Park activities and amenities include:

- Multi-level playground with climbing features, slides, swings and spinners
- Accessible playground routes and poured-in-place rubber surfacing
- Paved loop for bikes, scooters, skateboards and roller skates
- Basketball hoop and open green space
- Shelter with picnic seating and public restrooms
- Small play hill
- Direct access to the paved Chippewa River State Trail
- Views of the Chippewa River

With inclusive play features, trail access and activities that extend beyond the playground, Cannery Park is an exciting stop for families exploring Eau Claire.

Cannery Park

WELCOME TO BRYAN'S TREES COME TO OUR FIELD AND CUT YOUR OWN CHRISTMAS TREE. We want to make getting your Christmas Tree your own experience. Bring your family, friends, your dog on a leash, even a picnic lunch and explore the scenic tree fields.

Bryan's Trees & Pumpkins

Carson Park is one of Eau Claire’s most iconic places to spend a day outdoors. Set on a 134-acre peninsula surrounded by Half Moon Lake, the park brings together lake recreation, family attractions, local history and classic sporting venues beneath a canopy of mature trees. Catch an Eau Claire Express baseball game at the historic stadium where Hank Aaron once played, visit two museums, launch a kayak or settle in for a picnic with views across the water.

### Park activities and amenities include:

- Playground, tennis and pickleball courts, horseshoe courts and open recreation areas
- Half Moon Lake access for fishing, paddling, swimming and shoreline relaxation
- Boat landing, dock and accessible fishing pier at Braun’s Bay
- Seasonal kayak and paddleboard rentals
- [Chippewa Valley Museum](https://www.visiteauclaire.com/things-to-do/attractions/chippewa-valley-museum/) and [Paul Bunyan Logging Camp](https://www.visiteauclaire.com/listing/wisconsin-logging-museum-home-of-the-paul-bunyan-logging-camp/59/)
- Carson Park Baseball Stadium, football stadium and softball fields
- Paved routes for walking, biking and inline skating
- Four reservable picnic pavilions with grills, electrical outlets and accessible seating areas
- Restrooms, water spigots and multiple parking areas

The park’s paved route runs nearly a mile from Menomonie Street through Carson Park to the causeway, and the accessible [Half Moon Lake Boardwalk Trail](https://www.visiteauclaire.com/listing/half-moon-lake-boardwalk-trail/4883/) connects the park with [Rod and Gun Park](https://www.visiteauclaire.com/listing/rod-%26-gun-park/2095/) through the Braun’s Bay wetland area.

Carson Park

Halfmoon Lake is a 135 acre lake located near Carson Park in Eau Claire. It has a maximum depth of 9 feet along with access with a public boat landing. Fish include Panfish, Largemouth Bass, and Northern Pike. Halfmoon Lake also has a public beach that is open during the warmer Wisconsin months.

Half Moon Lake

Wild Ridge Golf Course is an 18-hole course, with a yardage of 7,034. It's state-of-the-art amenities are sure to make your next event a hole in one! 

Amenities Include: 
Yardage: 7,034
# of Holes: 18
Rating: 73.5
Slope: 133
Tee Boxes: 3
# of Bunkers: 51
Water Hazards: 15
Carts: Yes
Restrooms: Yes
Food/Beverage: Yes
Meeting Space: 200

Wild Ridge Golf Course & Event Center

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