Joas Park Nature Preserve is a peaceful 52-acre nature area along the Old Abe State Trail, offering a quiet place to explore woodlands, prairies, meadows, and a pond fed by Misty Creek. It’s a year-round destination for hiking, snowshoeing, and cross-country skiing, with a natural setting that feels tucked away while still close to downtown Chippewa Falls.
- Experience:
Walk the trails around the pond, follow Misty Creek, and enjoy the mix of pines, hardwoods, prairie, and meadow habitat. - Access:
This preserve is open year-round and connects to the Old Abe State Trail, making it easy to include in a longer outdoor outing. - Nearby:
After your visit, head downtown for drinks at Chippewa River Distillery, tour the Cook Rutledge Mansion, or grab a bite at Jim Bob’s Pizza & Grill inside Market On River.
