Fourth of July Holiday Trolley Tour

Hop aboard the Chippewa River Trolley for this once-a-year, holiday-themed chance to enjoy our a 4th of July version of our Signature Eau Claire Tour! A perfect way to celebrate the day with friends and family.

Enjoy a charming holiday experience taking you on a unique trolley ride to and through some of Eau Claire’s most beautiful, interesting, and iconic neighborhoods, districts, and historic sites as our community celebrates Independence Day. See and hear stories of turn-of-the-century industrial factories and lumber barons, traverse an iconic rail bridge over the rushing waters of the Eau Claire River, and journey through the woods to a hidden trail tunnel deep in a protected wetland forest.

The 4th of July edition offers an opportunity to step off the trolley and enjoy a beautiful river vista from a historic bridge, with the trolley picking you up on the other side (or just stay on board!). Whether you’re a local or a visitor, the Chippewa River Trolley Signature Tour — on a great American holiday! — is the best way to become acquainted with both the history and the future of this growing community.

The Fourth of July Holiday Trolley Tour lasts approximately 90 minutes. Depending on weather, be prepared for the trolley to be set up enclosed with sliding windows, or open-air with brass railings (and roll down curtains in case of rain). Appropriate clothing layers for heat/humidity, or cool breezes, is a good idea.

The short walk off the trolley is on a flat paved trail and wood-floor bridge that are safe for all ages. Expect to be off the trolley and walking no more than 10 minutes. At its length, and its depth of information, this tour is not recommended for children under seven years old.