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Where is Eau Claire Located? - Eau Claire is a city located in the Chippewa, Eau Claire County of Wisconsin, United States. Eau Claire lies between 37.6661089 Degrees North latitudes and 77.6278377 Degrees West longitudes.
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Where is Eau Claire Located?
Eau Claire is a city located in the Chippewa, Eau Claire County of Wisconsin, United States. Eau Claire lies between 37.6661089 Degrees North latitudes and 77.6278377 Degrees West longitudes. According to 2020 U.S.census, the population of Eau Claire city is 69421 people and the city has a total area of 32.7 sq mi. The city has numerous parks and recreational facilities.
Eau Claire, Wisconsin Climate and Weather Overview
Month
Avg High (°F)
Avg Low (°F)
Avg Rainfall (in)
January
22
4
0.90
April
57
34
2.90
July
82
61
4.30
October
58
38
2.40
Annual
56
37
31.60
Climate Attribute
Details
Climate Classification (Köppen)
Hot-Summer Humid Continental (Dfa)
Annual Rainfall
Approximately 32 inches
Annual Sunshine Days
About 190 days
Hurricane/Tornado Risk
No hurricane risk; low tornado risk
Snowfall
Approximately 51 inches annually
Driving Distances from Eau Claire, Wisconsin
City
State
Distance (mi)
Approx. Drive Time
Altoona
Wisconsin
3
8 min
Chippewa Falls
Wisconsin
12
15 min
Menomonie
Wisconsin
25
30 min
Mondovi
Wisconsin
25
32 min
Rice Lake
Wisconsin
53
1 hr
Hudson
Wisconsin
66
1 hr 10 min
La Crosse
Wisconsin
84
1 hr 25 min
Minneapolis
Minnesota
93
1 hr 35 min
Rochester
Minnesota
89
1 hr 30 min
Madison
Wisconsin
179
2 hr 50 min
Transportation and Connectivity in Eau Claire, Wisconsin
Transportation
Details
Airport Name
Chippewa Valley Regional Airport
IATA Code
EAU
Port
None
Major Highways
Interstate 94, U.S. Highway 53, U.S. Highway 12, Wisconsin Highway 93
Train/Amtrak Service
No local passenger rail; nearest Amtrak station is St. Paul–Minneapolis Union Depot
Local Bus/Transit Service
Eau Claire Transit
Interstate 94 — Primary east-west interstate connecting Eau Claire with Minneapolis–Saint Paul and Madison.
U.S. Highway 53 — Major north-south highway linking the city with Superior, Chippewa Falls, and La Crosse.
U.S. Highway 12 — Regional route connecting Eau Claire with Menomonie and western Wisconsin communities.
Wisconsin Highway 93 — Connects Eau Claire with Eleva, Arcadia, and Buffalo County.
Places to Visit in Eau Claire, Wisconsin
Landmark Name
Type
Phoenix Park
Riverfront Park
Carson Park
City Park
Pablo Center at the Confluence
Performing Arts Center
Children's Museum of Eau Claire
Museum
Chippewa Valley Museum
History Museum
Paul Bunyan Logging Camp Museum
Historic Site
Lowes Creek County Park
County Park
Mount Simon Park
Nature Park
River Prairie Park
Community Park
Wisconsin Logging Museum
Museum
Colleges and Universities in Eau Claire, Wisconsin
Institution Name
Type
Level
Notable For
University of Wisconsin–Eau Claire
Public
University
Liberal arts and research
Chippewa Valley Technical College
Public
Community College
Career and technical education
University of Wisconsin–Stout
Public
University
Polytechnic education
University of Wisconsin–River Falls
Public
University
Agriculture and education
Mayo Clinic College of Medicine and Science (Eau Claire Campus)
Private
University
Medical education
Wisconsin Indianhead Technical College (Rice Lake Campus)
Public
Community College
Workforce training
Immanuel Lutheran High School
Private
K–12 District
College preparatory education
Eau Claire Area School District
Public
K–12 District
Public education
Waterbodies in Eau Claire, Wisconsin
Chippewa River, Eau Claire River, Half Moon Lake, Lake Altoona, Lowes Creek, Sherman Creek, Duncan Creek, Eau Claire Flowage
Golf Courses in Eau Claire, Wisconsin
Wild Ridge Golf Course, Mill Run Golf Course, Eau Claire Golf & Country Club, Princeton Valley Golf Course, Hickory Hills Golf Course, Lake Hallie Golf Course, Ojibwa Golf & Bowl, Whispering Pines Golf Course
Eau Claire, Wisconsin — Key Historical Facts
Eau Claire was founded in the mid-19th century at the meeting point of the Eau Claire and Chippewa rivers, where abundant timber fueled the region's economy.
The city's name comes from the French phrase meaning "clear water," reflecting the clean waters of the Eau Claire River.
During the late 1800s, Eau Claire became one of Wisconsin's leading lumber centers, with numerous sawmills operating along the riverfront.
The arrival of railroads helped transform the city into an important manufacturing, trade, and transportation hub for northwestern Wisconsin.
The establishment and growth of the University of Wisconsin–Eau Claire strengthened the city's reputation as a regional center for higher education and culture.
Today, Eau Claire is recognized for its vibrant arts scene, riverfront parks, annual music festivals, and thriving downtown district.
