Chippewa Falls

Chippewa Falls is one of the best day trips from Madison. Chippewa Falls is a welcoming town, full of adventure. Chippewa Falls was incorporated as a city in 1869 and is located in Northwest Wisconsin on the Chippewa River. The name Chippewa comes from the Ojibwa language; the river is named after the Ojibwa Native Americans. Whether you’re looking for a zoo in the summer or a Christmas Light Village in the winter, Chippewa Falls will not disappoint. With locally brewed beer and a park to amaze, this town is a great day trip from Madison. Visit Chippewa Falls and learn all about its charm and history as you explore the great outdoors.

This city is the birthplace of Seymour Cray who is known worldwide as the father of the supercomputer. The best time to visit Chippewa Falls is during the Christmas holidays. The residents here take their Christmas traditions very seriously. Every year on the day after Thanksgiving, the city is transformed into a wonderland. Magnificent lights are displayed alongside the shining angels in the Christmas Village in Irvine Park.

Location: Chippewa County, Wisconsin, United States
Website: https://www.chippewafalls-wi.gov/
Distance from Madison: 100 miles
Travel Time: 2 hours
Tel: 715-835-1141
TripAdvisor Rating: ‎4.5/5