Getaway Guide - tourist attractions near the Chippewa Valley

Whether it’s roadside attractions, cultural tours, cross-country road trips, romantic getaways, or family outings, Volume One’s special travel section has got you covered.

Your Guide To The 'Best Day Trip Destinations' Beyond The Valley

Chippewa Vallians voted on them, here are the must-see places and spaces worth the drive

Naturally, we all think the Chippewa Valley is the best place to be, but we look forward to the spaces and places our dear readers have voted as the “Best Day Trip Destination.” In the chance these voted-on locations are new to you, here are some must-see spots and experiences...

Supper Club Nostalgia Turns To A New Chapter At Kingfisher

Eau Claire’s ‘Good Wives’ will dive into the Durand food and drink scene this April

Durand, a quaint town of just under 2,000 residents, is a mere 40 minutes downstream on the Chippewa River – or a day’s trip on the water for the adventurous Ema Rieck and Ella Wesenberg. This town is poised to welcome the return of Kingfisher, which will now be under the ownership of Eau Claire’s The Good Wives restaurant co-owners...

Skip The Airport Lines & Plan A Drive-To Getaway To Milwaukee

Unforgettable experiences and timeless memories are just one tank of gas away

Looking to get out of town but don’t want to get stuck in crazy airport lines, or worry the weather may disrupt your flight? Look no further than Milwaukee as a drive-to destination to make the most of your vacation time. From iconic museums and a vibrant arts scene to outdoor attractions and sporting events, no matter the weather, Milwaukee has plenty of adventures for people of all ages ...

YURT ABOUT THIS? A Different Way to Camp

you don’t have to go too far to try out a yurt-style rental

We’ve published our fair share of stay-cay options: roundups of unique area Airbnbs, local bed-and-breakfast businesses, and even a treehouse-style rental near Pepin. It turns out, we didn’t specifically search for one type of build: yurts. The traditional yurt (known as a ger) is rooted in Central Asian culture, a primary style of home in places like Mongolia for thousands of years ...

The Nation’s Best Pie Is Made One Hour Outside Eau Claire

an hour's drive from the Chippewa Valley brings you to the doorstep of Stockholm Pie and General Store

Saturday, March 29 was a fairly typical spring day in northwestern Wisconsin: cloudy, rainy, and still a bit chilly despite the lack of snow. I decided it was time to revisit a place I’d ventured to once, years ago: Stockholm Pie and General Store ...

TAKE IT OUTSIDE: Stoney Creek RV Resort Has Offered Family Fun for Over 20 Years

Osseo attraction offers next-level activities and amenities for the whole family

When it comes to exciting getaways for the whole family, no one does it quite like the Stoney Creek RV Resort. Located at 50483 Oak Grove Road in Osseo, the family-run, full-service camping and RV resort boasts 231 sights including full hook-up RV sites, water ...

Adult Treehouse Getaway Just an Hour from Eau Claire

you don’t always need to hop on an airplane for an amazing vacay

It’s like a treehouse for adults – seriously. About an hour away from Eau Claire and the Chippewa Valley, you can find yourself wrapped in Wisconsin’s Driftless Region at this treehouse Airbnb, fitted with modern amenities and an outdoor patio space, fire pit, and hot tub ...

Of Lakes and Lumberjacks: Hayward Offers Forests, Fishing, and Much More

Hayward is a classic northwoods destination

If you’re looking to really take advantage of Hayward’s ample forests, the area boasts a ton of campgrounds. These include – but are not limited to – the bustling Treeland Resorts, equipped with deluxe motel suites and boat rental for travel on the “Big Chip,” or ...