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Sports Booklet: GO Chippewa County

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SPORTSPLANNINGWe know sports. Whether it’s local teams bringing tournaments to our backyard or organizations hosting multi-day events and festivals, we have the inventory to make your next event a success. Let’s start the conversation.gochippewacounty.com

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gochippewacounty.comQuick Stats4 baseball/softball fieldsConcessions standWelcome to Bloomer Youth Baseball and Softball Fields, featuring four well-maintained fields,a fully stocked concessions stand, and ample seating. Our venue is the ideal spot for hostingtournaments, providing the perfect setting for competitive play and community spirit to thrive.Experience the thrill of the game and create lasting memories at Bloomer Youth Baseball andSoftball Fields, where every visit promises excitement and camaraderie.Bloomer Baseball complexbloomer

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gochippewacounty.comCasper Park is your one-stop shop for all things sports. This venue offers a variety of facilities from baseball, soccer, softball and more! Whether you’re looking to host a tournament, or simply need some outdoor field space for your event, this is a great place with the perfect amenities. With two concession stands on the property and great seating, this location only 1.5 miles from Hallie Park is sure to knock one out of the park!Quick Stats5 soccer fields4 softball fields with portable fencing available1 baseball field: 375’ to center and 325’ to left/rightConcessions standscasper parkChippewa falls

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gochippewacounty.comIntroducing the Chippewa Area Ice Arena, your premier destination for all things hockey! With 2indoor rinks and a fantastic outdoor arena, this venue accommodates groups of all sizes. Beyondhockey, the outdoor rink transforms into a hub for various events, including the popular Beerfesteach Spring. Enjoy the convenience of a full concession stand, ample seating indoors, nice lockerrooms, and a weight room. Elevate your next event - choose the Chippewa Ice Arena, whereperfection meets play!Quick Stats2 full-size indoor ice rinksConcessions stand1 outdoor ice rinkCapacity for 1280 peopleHome of the Chippewa SteelNAHL teamChippewa AREA Ice ARenaChippewa falls

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gochippewacounty.comChippewa Falls pickleball courtsDiscover the joy of pickleball at the Chippewa Falls courts at Buchanen Park, where equipment is readily available for players of all levels. With six outdoor hard courts featuring permanent lines, our venue offers the perfect setting for honing your skills or enjoying a friendly match. Plus, as a frequent host of tournaments organized by the City of Chippewa Falls, there’s always an opportunity to showcase your talent and compete alongside fellow enthusiasts.Quick Stats6 pickleball courtsWind screensChippewa falls

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gochippewacounty.comChippewa riverThe Chippewa River flows approximately 183 miles from northwestern and west-centralWisconsin through Chippewa County containing multiple dams and other tributaries until iteventually connects with the Mississippi River. Chippewa County has more than 449 lakes andmiles of streams and rivers including 81 miles of trout-fishing opportunities in 24 classified troutstreams. 71 miles of these streams are Class 1 trout water. In Chippewa County, major lakes alongthe river’s route include Holcombe Flowage and Lake Wissota. Paddlers experience a variety ofconditions on the river, from calm, slow-moving water to small rapids and whitewater.Location: Sawyer, Rusk, Chippewa, Eau Claire, Dunn, Pepin and Buffalo CountiesChippewa county

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gochippewacounty.comYour one stop shop for bowling, darts, drinks and more! Falls Bowl is a great location to host a multitude of sporting events or private parties. With 20 bowling lanes and plenty of space to host your next group, there is no better place than Falls Bowl in Chippewa Falls. Quick Stats10 bowling lanes4 dart boardsOn-site food and beverageFalls BowlChippewa falls

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gochippewacounty.comQuick Stats10 acres fitting up to 9 soccer fields6 baseball/softball fieldsConcessions standWelcome to Hallie Park, the ultimate sporting event destination between two large ChippewaValley communities and only 1.5 miles from Casper Park. This recreational venue has 6 baseball/softball fields and separately has room for up to 9 soccer fields within a single expansive area.With plenty of space, they cater to a multitude of sports tournaments – from frisbee to soccer, andeverything in between. Your next event deserves the versatility and excellence of Hallie Park!hallie parkLake Hallie

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gochippewacounty.comEnjoy the Hickory Ridge Trails year round on mountain bikes, fat tire bikes or cross country skis. Riders will experience adventures through steep hills and valleys, over rocky terrain and circling glacial lakes. 15 miles for single track and 13 miles for double track. Winter biking is permitted on single track course and not on the groomed ski trails. When snow conditions allow, the entire Hickory Ridge Cross-Country Ski Trail is groomed for both the traditional and the skating style skier, even a great place to snowshoe. The total trail length is more than 16 miles with a goal to provide up to 5 miles of trail with 3” of snow cover.Quick Stats15 miles single track13 miles double track5 miles of groomed cross-country ski trailshickory ridge trailsbloomer

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gochippewacounty.comQuick Stats3 baseball/softball fieldsConcessions standRestroomsWelcome to Bloomer Youth Baseball and Softball Fields, featuring four well-maintained fields,a fully stocked concessions stand, and ample seating. Our venue is the ideal spot for hostingtournaments, providing the perfect setting for competitive play and community spirit to thrive.Experience the thrill of the game and create lasting memories at Bloomer Youth Baseball andSoftball Fields, where every visit promises excitement and camaraderie.Lafayette baseball fieldschippewa falls

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gochippewacounty.comRecently expanded from 9 holes to 18, the Lafayette Town Park disc golf course is waiting your golf skills. The course has concrete tee boxes, baskets and low hills throughout the course. This is a full-sized challenge carved out of heavy wooded area with a wide variety of throw shapes and hole lengths. Enjoy a pleasant walk along the trails between holes.lafayette disc golf courseQuick Stats18 hole courseTarget type: Prodigy T1 (Pro DG T1) targetsRated 4.0 out of 5 on UDiscChippewa falls

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gochippewacounty.comlafayette pickleball courtsWelcome to the Lafayette Pickleball Courts, loccated within the scenic Lafayette RecreationPark. These state-of-the-art courts, 2 of which double as basketball courts, were unveiled in 2021,offering players a modern and versatile space to enjoy their favorite sports. Whether you’re apickleball enthusiast or a certified baller, come and experience the excitement of these newlyminted facilities in the heart of Lafayette.Quick Stats5 pickleball courts2 basketball courtsPavillionRestroomsChippewa falls

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gochippewacounty.comQuick Stats10 soccer fieldsConcession standRestroomsWith 10 fields, the Lafayette Soccer Fields are a perfect option for your soccer tournaments and games! Located in the Town of Lafayette, these fields are close to lodging, restaurants, shops, and all the local fun. With a hotel located directly in downtown Chippewa Falls, and more just minutes away, we offer plenty of space for a comfortable stay.Lafayette soccer fieldschippewa falls

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gochippewacounty.comLake Hallie Golf features a stunning 18 hole public golf course that adjoins both the ChippewaRiver and Lake Hallie. Designed by Golf Course Architect Art Tangen this course features 5,885yards of golf from the longest tees. Playing to a par of 70, the course rating is 68.3 with a sloperating of 124. Lake Hallie Golf also provides banquet space and their pavilion can accommodateup to 150 people.Lake hallie golfQuick Stats18 hole golf courseBanquet and reception venue: 60 guestsOutdoor patio: 70 guestsOutdoor pavillion: 125 guestsPutting and chipping areasDriving rangeGolf shoplake hallie

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gochippewacounty.comlake hallie pickleball @ gower parkLake Hallie’s Pickleball courts at Gower Park are a facelift from the previous courts located there. They have been newly resurfaced, gotten new nets, new wind screens, and court dividers. These courts are the start of many more to come in this development and are sure to accomodate any and all pickleball tournaments that come to our neck of the woods.Quick Stats18 pickleball courts6 courts with lightingParkinglake hallie

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gochippewacounty.comLake Wissota Golf & Events is an 18 hole public course nestled among the natural setting of LakeWissota and its rolling, wooded terrain. This course features 6,106 yards from the farthest tees,playing to par of 71. The course rating is 69.2 with a slope rating of 120. This course was designed byDon Stepanik. Lake Wissota Golf & Events can also host up to 300 guests.lake Wissota Golf & EventsQuick StatsPro shopDriving range18 hole coursePractice greensElectric golf carts with GPSEvent banquet venueOnsite bar and restaurantChippewa falls

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gochippewacounty.comLake wissotaAs one of the biggest lakes in the State of Wisconsin, Lake Wissota covers an area of about 6,300 acres with a maximum depth of 72 feet. Used primarily for leisure activities, this lake is ideal for boating, canoeing, kayaking, water skiing and of course winter sports like snowmobile and ice fishing. Looking to hold a fishing contest? Lake Wissota and the surrounding tributaries are loaded with walleye, musky, northern pike, bass, lake sturgeon and more. Chippewa falls

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gochippewacounty.comleinenkugel’s disc golf courseQuick Stats 18 hold ccourseRated 4.3 out of 5 on UDiscProdigy T2 targetsCart friendly5,765 yardsConcrete tee typeThis course features an 18 hole championship course with 6 holes that are handicap accessible.The main course has a mix of forehand and backhand holes. This is a very technical course thatwill challenge players. The 6 hole accessible course is one of a kind and allows able-bodied anddis-abled bodies players to participate. Cale Leiviska with Prodigy Disk designed the course andit recently opened in the Spring of 2023. It is located 5 minutes from downown Chippewa Fallsand is the perfect location for your next disc golf event.Chippewa falls

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gochippewacounty.comloopy’s event domeQuick Stats3 full size sand volleyball courtsOutdoor bar areaOn-site food and beverageEvent space for up to 500 individualsTwo tent options: 30’x30’ or 30’x60’Chippewa fallsLoopy’s is a unique destination location for many and it’s event dome and outdoor space provide a great location to host sand volleyball, bag toss, tubing events and more. With on-site shuttle services, tubes, kayaks and more in addition to their incredible four season event done, this is truly a place that is utilized year-round.

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gochippewacounty.comMarshall Park PIckleball courtsMarshall Park is a great location for Pickleball in Chippewa Falls. The courts have been newlyresurfaced, gotten new nets, and court dividers. These courts are free to use and will be used forannual tournaments put on by the city. Located near Downtown Chippewa Falls, there are manyarea attractions within walking distance of these new courts.Quick Stats6 pickleball courtsParkingChippewa falls

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gochippewacounty.comThe Northern Wisconsin State Fairgrounds can accommodate up to 100,000 for events like the annual Northern Wisconsin State Fairgrounds. Used regularly for the fair, concerts and competitions, the facilities can be used for a multitude of events that need concrete, sheltered event space and even on-site campgrounds. 2023 was the introduction of their four new Ag Education buildings to include an arena perfect for awards or creating an event in the round.Buildings range from 5,000 sqft. to 13,000 sqft.Air conditioning (in select buildings)3 expo halls fitting up 40-64 booths individuallyGrand stand allowing for up to 3,000 peopleMain stage 40’x80’RestroomsShowersTicket officeQuick StatsNorthern WI State FairgroundsChippewa falls

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gochippewacounty.comOjiwa Golf and bowl8 bowling lanes4 dart boards9 hole golf courseOn-Site restaurant and barChippewa fallsOjibwa Golf and Bowl is an all-in-one location for any sport or activity lover. They have everythingfrom golf to bowling to darts and an awesome arcade for the kids. Conveniently attached is JimBob’s Pizza which makes this a gerat venue for anything! The 9-hole golf course is located neardowntown Chippewa Falls which makes it the perfect location to go to and from many restaurantsand shops.Quick Stats

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gochippewacounty.comValley Sports Academy is conveniently located along State Hwy 53 halfway between Eau Claire and Chippewa Falls. They are the perfect host if you are looking to keep your group entertained and active using their 116,000 square foot facility which includes a 16,000 square foot field house, 65’x130’ ice rink, 30,000 square foot baseball/softball field, and MORE! They can host up to 250 guests and provide a FUN experience for everyone!Quick Stats65’x130’ ice rink38,000+ sqft. baseball softball facilityBatting cages and pitching mounds100’x160’ turfed field houseWeight room2 golf simulators Event space with barvalley sports academylake hallie

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gochippewacounty.comWeber Fields are a great location for a football or soccer games and tournaments. With threefields, a large parking area, and many ammenities close by, Weber Fields may be the perfectlocation for your next tournament. Currently Weber Fieldsa re the home for Chippewa Falls YouthFootball and both touch and flag football are played here.3 Full-size football fieldsOn-site parkingScoreboardsRestroomsQuick Statsweber fieldsLake hallie

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gochippewacounty.comwhispering pines golf courseWhispering Pines Golf Course is a beautiful 18 hole golf course located in Cadott. Both the front nine and back nine were designed by Dr. Gordon Emerson with water definitely a dominant feature in the design. The entire course playing from the furthest tees is 6,651 yards, 72 par and a slope of 122. This course has a rating of 71.6.Quick StatsPro shop18 hole courseDriving rangePutting green and chipping Practice area with bunkerOnsite food serviceIndoor simulatorcadott

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gochippewacounty.comwhat’s your game plan?We are matchmakers when it comes to sporting events and venues and would love tohelp you find your perfect match. Fill out the form below and email it tosue@chippewachamber.org to get the ball rolling on your event today! Email __________________________________ Phone Number _____________________Organization Name _________________________________________________________Event Name _______________________________________________________________Event Contact ______________________________________________________________Contact Email ______________________________________________________________Contact Phone Number ______________________ Date of Event __________________Event Description ______________________________________________________________________________________________________________________Estimated Number of Hotel Rooms on Peak Night ____________Website Link if Applicable ____________________________________We look forward to the opportunity to host your event.WE’RE HEREMadisonChicagoMilwaukeeOshkoshGreenBayMinneapolis