City: Eau Claire, WI
County: Eau Claire County
Type: Boat Ramp
Location: 44.79942827, -91.51933436
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Nearby Gauge Conditions
Real-time data from USGS Water Services
Whitewater Runs on Chippewa River
4 runs (3 nearby)Difficulty Classes
I Easy
II Novice
III Intermediate
IV Advanced
V Expert/Extreme
VI Unrunnable
Position relative to this access site:
Put-in at this location
This location is on the run
Take-out at this location
Downstream from here Upstream from here
Downstream from here Upstream from here
II
Take-out at this location
D) Downtown Eau Claire (PnP)
0.4 mi
II-III
Upstream from here (15.1 mi from take-out)
C) Lake Wissota Spillway (PnP)
0.9 mi
II-III
Upstream from here (23.9 mi from take-out)
B) Jim Falls (Pnp or up to 1.1 mile)
1.1 mi
30 ft/mi
These whitewater runs are on the same river but located more than 50 miles from this access site.
Whitewater data from
American Whitewater
About This Access Site
Hobbs is a public boat access site located in Eau Claire, Wisconsin, providing convenient launch access to the Chippewa River. The 2.4-acre facility includes a boat ramp, parking lot, and picnic area, making it suitable for kayakers, canoeists, and motorboats. The site also serves as a take-out point for tubing activities and connects to the Chippewa River Trail for scenic paddling.
This access point is well-positioned for exploring the Chippewa River corridor. Paddlers should note that the site offers fishing opportunities and scenic views of the surrounding area. As with most Wisconsin river access sites, it's advisable to check current water conditions and any seasonal closures before visiting. For detailed information about fees, hours of operation, and specific amenities, contact the Wisconsin DNR or check their boat access database at dnr.wi.gov.
This access point is well-positioned for exploring the Chippewa River corridor. Paddlers should note that the site offers fishing opportunities and scenic views of the surrounding area. As with most Wisconsin river access sites, it's advisable to check current water conditions and any seasonal closures before visiting. For detailed information about fees, hours of operation, and specific amenities, contact the Wisconsin DNR or check their boat access database at dnr.wi.gov.