Wisconsin whitewater, Chippewa River Chippewa county, Jim Falls section whitewater kayaking, rafting, and paddling information.   CLASS II-III     0.5 miles   Jim Falls wi. will host a whitewater slalom race on Aug 16th 2015 Contact for this event is Glenn 1-715-226-0842 Says Glenn Felske Whitewater rafting and kayaking in this state is often easier than elsewhere, so if you're not from around here don't forget that many of the rivers in this state are not very demanding. The natural beauty of Chippewa County and the cool fresh water make the trip here worthwhile. This is a very short     stretch so no need to bring snacks. There aren’t any hotels right nearby but if you're willing to drive a short distance then no problem but you'd better reserve in advance because these hotels fill up quick. This stretch of Chippewa River in Chippewa County is 0.5 miles long and is a class II-III section of whitewater according to American Whitewater. No matter if you're whitewater rafting or kayaking in this general area you won't find many other paddling places. There's camping available near Chippewa River. This river system has a few good paddling sections and the Jim Falls section is one of them. The starting location is a reasonable drive from Eau   Claire, please print out a copy of the road map further down the page so you won’t get lost. A good workout and just being out on the river for a while will make you glad you came. Briefly about the general area: You'll meet a lot of folks from Jim Falls here; places like Lake Wissota State Park are great to take a look at. Near Chippewa River you come across the Deer Fly Trail which is a glorious hiking trail; Old Abe State Trail is a glorious place to have a look at. This is a really good river. There is a good hiking trail close to Chippewa River called the Hay Meadow Trail. Chippewa River, Jim Falls road map Printable road map with the put-in and take-out locations clearly marked.     Map Detailed Map Stats Stats for this river stretch Weather Local weather forecast These outdoors activities are available near Chippewa River.   Whitewater Near Chippewa River: Chippewa River, Chippewa County, 0 miles away       Class II-III - 0.5 miles long (Jim Falls) Duncan Creek, Chippewa County, 10 miles away       Class -blank- - 1.5 miles long (Glen Loch Dam to Chippewa River) Eau Claire River, Eau Claire County, 12 miles away       Class II-III+ - 1.4 miles long (Little Falls to Big Falls) Chippewa River, Eau Claire County, 20 miles away       Class II - 0.5 miles long (Downtown EauClaire) Eau Claire River, Eau Claire County, 26 miles away       Class I-II - 7.9 miles long (Channey Rd)   Ski Areas Near Chippewa River: Christie Mountain, Wisconsin , 23 miles away, 350 foot drop, 6 lifts, 23 runs Mount La Crosse, Wisconsin , 64 miles away, 516 foot drop, 4 lifts, 18 runs Whitecap Mountain, Wisconsin , 90 miles away, 400 foot drop, 8 lifts, 43 runs Trollhaugen, Wisconsin , 94 miles away, 260 foot drop, 9 lifts, 22 runs Wild Mountain, Minnesota , 98 miles away, 300 foot drop, 8 lifts, 25 runs   Marinas Near Chippewa River: Lake Holcombe Marina, Holcombe , 12 miles away   Hotels Near Chippewa River: Chippewa Falls WI Cobblestone Hotel And Suites, Chippewa Falls , 10 miles away AmericInn Chippewa Falls, Chippewa Falls , 11 miles away Avalon Hotel And Conference Center, Chippewa Falls , 11 miles away Country Inn & Suites By Carlson, Chippewa Falls, WI, Chippewa Falls , 11 miles away Hampton Inn - Suites Chippewa Falls, Chippewa Falls , 13 miles away   Campgrounds Near Chippewa River: Lake Wissota State Park, Chippewa Falls, 4 miles away Brunet Island State Park, Cornell, 6 miles away O'Neil Creek Campground, Chippewa Falls, 7 miles away   Trails Near Chippewa River: Hay Meadow Trail, Chippewa , 7 miles away Deer Fly Trail, Chippewa , 7 miles away Hickory Ridge Trail, Chippewa , 8 miles away Moonridge Trail, Chippewa , 8 miles away O'Neil Creek Flowage Trail, Chippewa , 9 miles away   Public Lands Near Chippewa River: Lake Wissota State Park, Wisconsin , 4 miles away Old Abe State Trail, Wisconsin , 10 miles away Brunet Island State Park, Wisconsin , 11 miles away   Golf Courses Near Chippewa River: Lake Wissota Golf Course, Chippewa Falls , 6 miles away Timber Terrace Golf Course, Chippewa Falls , 9 miles away Whispering Pines Golf Course, Cadott , 9 miles away   Lakes Near Chippewa River Lake Wissota, Chippewa , 7 miles away Cindy Lake, Chippewa , 8 miles away Holcombe Flowage, Chippewa , 13 miles away