Signature Eau Claire Trolley Tour

Enjoy this charming 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. See and hear stories of turn-of-the-century industrial factories and lumber barons, traverse iconic rail bridges over the rushing waters of the Eau Claire and Chippewa Rivers, and journey through the woods to a hidden trail tunnel deep in a protected wetland forest.

Each tour includes two opportunities to step off the trolley and enjoy beautiful river vistas from historic bridges, 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 is the best way to become acquainted with both the history and the future of this growing community.

The Signature Tour lasts approximately 90 to 100 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 two short walks off the trolley are on flat paved trails and wood-floor bridges that are safe for all ages. Expect to be off the trolley and walking no more than 5-10 minutes at each one. At its length, and its depth of information, this tour is not recommended for children under seven years old.