Paul, and 247 miles northwest of Milwaukee. The population of Eau Claire is over 56,000 with a county population of approximately 85,000. Eau Claire started as a logging center and has grown to become a major center for health, professional services, education, government, manufacturing and retail in Western Wisconsin.
Recreational activities are available year-round.
The arts are an integral part of the community with a variety of offerings through the University, Regional Arts Center, Chippewa Valley Museum, music groups, and numerous privately sponsored plays and entertainment. Check out the Eau Claire Area Visitor's Guide. Click here for the Eau Claire City homepage. There's a site dedicated to our Historic Randall Park Neighborhood . Wisconsin Visit Wisconsin's Homepage.