Hike the River Loop at Dells of the Eau Claire

Aniwa, WI
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Hike the River Loop at Dells of the Eau Claire
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Distance
6 miles
Route Type
Loop

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Waterfall
Dog Friendly
Family Friendly
River
Forest
Easy Parking
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Added by Patrick Cole

Explore multiple scenic waterfalls that have carved their way through massive blocks of sandstone. In the warmer months, enjoy a few designated swimming spots along the trail.

Begin at the trailhead either north or south of the river, where parking is offered, and hike down to the river. You should be able to hear the falls. A trail will follow along the river to the west, marked with yellow "River Trail" signs. Follow the river trail down until the footbridge leads across to the other side of the Eau Claire. Along the way are various spots to climb, swim, take pictures, or rest. Follow the trail back to the falls and I recommend walking out onto the islands. Make sure to be cautious if climbing near the falls as the sandstone gets extremely slippery.

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Always practice Leave No Trace ethics on your adventures and be sure to follow local regulations. Please explore responsibly.
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Spencer Springer
6/23/2025
Amazing Views
Easy To Park
Well Marked
Bathrooms
Not Crowded
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Maryssa Fenwick
9/3/2020
Worth the Stop
The Eau Claire Dells is a beautiful section of the river that has carved its way through large sections of sandstone. The loop trail ...
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Cliff Miller
5/13/2019
Very nice
Great park, not too many people. The rocks, river, and the surrounding forest make the atmosphere very much like the north woods.
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Jon Mattrisch
10/19/2016
Gorgeous spot
I came here about 3 years ago and absolutely loved it. I had no idea how many different terrains there were going to be, ...
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Nick Majerus
3/18/2016
Awesome!
My group and I went cliff jumping here once. In hindsight, don't. It is a beautiful area where you can chill on the rocks ...
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