Dells of the Eau Claire County Park

The Dells of the Eau Claire River flows through a rocky gorge, creating cascades and waterfalls over weathered boulders and natural stone formations.

In 1923, Marathon County Park Commission acquired 60 acres surrounding the dells, establishing their fourth county park with trails and recreational facilities.

The park features National Park Service rustic architecture, incorporating locally sourced stones from the gorge to maintain harmony with the natural environment.

The park includes 25 campsites, three shelters, drinking water facilities, electrical hookups, and numerous trails for hiking and nature observation throughout the seasons.

The bedrock outcrops along the river date back 1.8 billion years, consisting of Precambrian-age rhyolite schist formed through metamorphic processes.

Location: Marathon County

Architectural style: National Park Service rustic

GPS coordinates: 45.00492,-89.34552

Latest update: March 3, 2025 11:37