The Eau Claire chain includes Lower, Middle, and Upper Eau Claire, plus a few smaller lakes of 80-200 acres that are accessible by smaller boats at most water levels. These include Bony, Pickerel, Robinson, Birch, Schunenberg, Smith, and Sweet. From Lower Eau Claire, the Eau Claire River flows westward, passing just south of Eau Claire Acres. Farther downstream, it joins the Saint Croix at Gordon.
The lakes in the Eau Claire chain tend to be deeper and clearer than most lakes in the area. (Eau Claire, as you may have guessed, is French for “Clear Water.”) In them, you’ll find muskies, walleye, northern pike, largemouth and smallmouth bass, crappies, bluegills, and perch. Here are some vital statistics for the three largest lakes:
· Lower Eau Claire: 802 acres, 7.78 miles of shoreline, maximum depth 41’, 56% greater than 20’ deep, and 4% less than 3’ deep.
· Middle Eau Claire: 902 acres, 11 miles of shoreline, maximum depth 66’, 40% greater than 20’ deep, and 12% less than 3’ deep.
· Upper Eau Claire: 992 acres, 9.93 miles of shoreline, maximum depth 92’, 50% greater than 20’ deep, and 4% less than 3’ deep.
You’ll be located in the heart of a recreational paradise. In addition to the Eau Claire river and chain of lakes, you’ll be close to dozens of other lakes and streams that are great for fishing, boating, paddling, and waterfowling. You’re just minutes from the Brule, the Namekagon, and the Saint Croix Wild and Scenic Riverway.
Nearby, you’ll find trails for ATVing, snowmobiling, biking, hiking, and skiing. The area is great for both road and mountain biking, and is home to events like the American Birkebeiner and Chequamegon Fat Tire Festival. You’ll be surrounded by vast areas of public and paper company land that’s open to hunting, hiking, birding, and other recreation.
You can shop for essentials in nearby Barnes, Gordon, or Solon Springs; it’s not much farther to Cable, Hayward, Drummond, or Ashland. It’s about an hour to Superior or Duluth, and about 2 ½ hours to the Twin Cities.
Live in the country, commute to work in the city – Douglas County offers the best of both worlds
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If your dream is to live in the country, or on a lake, and commute to work in the city, Douglas County in NW Wisconsin offers big woods and many clear, deep lakes within commuting distance to Duluth or Superior.
Highway 53 is a 4-lane freeway that connects Duluth/Superior to Eau Claire. It’s a good road and even in the winter months, the plows and sanding trucks respond immediately to keep travel safe during winter storms.
Many friends and neighbors in the Gordon and Wascott communities work in Duluth; they claim it’s a 45-minute drive without the stress of big-city traffic. I live in Gordon on the St Croix Flowage and frequently drive to Superior and Duluth for business and shopping - 45 minutes.
There are many large lakes within this 45-minute commuting zone including Lake Nebagamon, Upper Lake St Croix, The St Croix Flowage, Whitefish Lake, and even the northern end of the Minong Flowage.
There are many lake homes on the market on these lakes, plus small to medium size lakes within commuting distance to Duluth/Superior. Many properties are offered at an exceptional value.
If you’d prefer a home with some acres, there are also many exceptional properties in the quiet woods to choose from all within commuting distance to Duluth/Superior.
Start your home search on my website by clicking on one of the communities listed on the home page. It's my pleasure to help you find your dream home or cabin.
Enjoy a 3.5 minute video of Douglas County WI.
If you're from Minneapolis/St. Paul, the NW corner of Wisconsin might be closer than you think. And the fastest way to get here is to stay in Minnesota for a while.
First, head north on 35E or 35W. You could take the exit for Saint Croix Falls and Highway 8. Instead, to avoid the towns and traffic between Forest Lake and Saint Croix Falls, continue northward on I35. The freeway may not be scenic, but it sure is fast.
If you're heading for Siren, Spooner, or Stone Lake, take the Highway 70 exit for Grantsburg. Once you cross over into Wisconsin and drive through Grantsburg, just keep heading east.
If you're heading for Danbury, Minong, Hayward, or points beyond, then continue on I35 all the way to Hinckley. Head east on Highway 48; at the Wisconsin border it becomes Highway 77. Although 48 is two lanes, it's wide, open, and straight. Parts of 77 are narrower, but most of it has been straightened and widened dramatically in the past few years. If it's been a while since you tried this route, you'll be amazed at the difference. Still, if you're driving up in the evening, keep an eye out for deer.
(My husband and I live near Gordon; this is the route we take to the Cities. We can usually make it in around 2½ hours.)
Would you ever want to drive all the way to Duluth, and then loop back down into Wisconsin? Only if you're heading for the far northwestern corner of the state. I'd probably suggest the Duluth-Superior Hwy 2 route.
The bottom line? Northwestern Wisconsin just might be closer than you think. Check out my area listings at www.JeanHedren.com
I live in this beautiful, and undiscovered, northwest corner of Northwest Wisconsin. I hope to introduce you to this wonderful and diverse part of the state, and to the lakes, streams, and communities of Gordon, Wascott, Solon Springs, Minong, Barnes, Trego, Spooner, and other area communities in Douglas County, western Bayfield County, and Washburn County. Our area is rich in history, recreation, business opportunities, and extraordinary natural beauty.
My undiscovered corner of NW Wisconsin offers some of the Midwest’s hottest real estate values. Whether you’re looking for waterfront property, a getaway back in the woods, or even a place in town, I can show you some great values. You can find more details about all my listings at www.JeanHedren.com. There you can search for lake cabins priced less than $300,000.
One other advantage of this area is that you can get here fast. From Minneapolis/St Paul, we’re only a two-and-a-half hour drive. Two hours from Eau Claire and an easy half-hour to 40-minute commute from the Twin ports of Superior and Duluth.
Anywhere in northwestern Wisconsin is great place to be. Some of the best fishing and recreation lakes, hunting land, and lots of other recreation opportunities can be found here.
So, come for a visit. Stay for awhile. You'll love this area. And, maybe you'll decide to stay.
Take this 3.5-minute video tour of Douglas County:
Buying a lake home or cabin? Check out this series of 20 tips for buying a lake home or cabin in NW Wisconsin or any other part of the country.
Thinking about buying a lake home or cabin in NW Wisconsin (or on any lake in the US this year)? There are many excellent properties to choose from on a variety of lake types and sizes, and many are offered at exceptional values.
There are many questions to consider when determining just the right type of home or cabin on just the right lake or river that’s the best fit for you. This series of 20 Tips for Buying a Lake Home will help to answer many of your questions. Articles include how to choose the lake that’s right for you, shoreland zoning, types of wells and septic systems, viewing lake properties, and much more. These articles are all written from a Wisconsin perspective, but most will be helpful to buyers anywhere in the US.
Have other questions? Give me a call. I’ll be happy to help. Check out all my listings in NW Wisconsin: www.JeanHedren.com
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Connecting buyers and sellers in Northwest Wisconsin. Douglas, Washburn, Sawyer, Bayfield Counties. Gordon, Wascott, Minong, Solon Springs, Barnes, Trego, Spooner, Hayward.
I live on the Gordon/St. Croix Flowage; it’s near Gordon, Solon Springs, Wascott, Barnes, and Minong, in Douglas County, NW Wisconsin. Already familiar with the area, my husand and I finally moved here from the Twin Cities about eight years ago. We found a great neighborhood, and we have some wonderful neighbors. We love it here.
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Since we moved here from the Twin Cities, we’ve come to know the area well. We love the outdoors, and we love to get out and explore. I keep current on local events, services, and issues that concern our community. I'm committed to serving the community. I’m currently serving as a board member of the Gordon/St. Croix Flowage Association. I also help design and produce the quarterly newsletter with current information about the Association’s activities and local water quality issues.
Northwestern Wisconsin is an area rich in beautiful lakes and rivers, and spectacular pine and hardwood forests. It's a destination for a wide variety of recreation activities including fishing, boating, cross country skiing, snowmobiling, hunting, hiking, and so much more. I know the area well. I specialize in affordable lake cabins, high-end lake homes, waterfront lots, and large tract hunting lands. From first-time homebuyers to move-up buyers, recreational property, as well as seniors looking to simplify their property needs.
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The northwest corner of NW Wisconsin includes southern Douglas County, western Bayfield County, and Washburn County. The lakes are large, clear, and deep with excellent fishing and offer an abundance of recreational activities. You'll find large lakes like Lake Nebagamon, Upper Lake St Croix, the St Croix Flowage, Whitefish Lake, Minong Flowage, and dozens of medium and smaller lakes. The friendly communities include Solon Springs, Gordon, Barnes, Wascott, Minong, Trego, Spooner, and other area communities.
Northwest Wisconsin is closer than you think. From Minneapolis/St Paul, it's about a 2.5 hour drive. From Duluth/Superior, it's a half hour to 45-minute commute.
Connecting buyers and sellers in Northwest Wisconsin. Give me a call or send me an email to discuss your real estate needs. I'll be happy to help.
Homes and cabins priced less than $300,000 in Douglas County, WI.
Homes and cabins priced less than $300,000 in Washburn County, WI.
Here are a few more things you should know about me as a Realtor:
I really listen to my clients. I’ll listen, and I’ll ask questions to learn more about your needs. If you’re a buyer, I’ll help you find the place that’s right for you, not the place that’s right for me or for someone else. If you’re a seller, I’ll work with you to best leverage your property’s unique assets and to help you find buyers looking for just those qualities in their new home, cabin, or land.
I believe every client is important. In the past few months, for example, I’ve helped clients buy or sell properties ranging from a $100,000 cabin to a $910,000 home on 128 acres with its own private lake. I’ve listed a variety of properties including residential, lake homes, lake lots, luxury homes, hunting land, and cabins. If you check out the descriptions, photos, and YouTube videos for those properties, you’ll see that I gave every one the time and attention it deserved. I’ll do the same for your property.
I’ll give you sound, honest advice that’s in your best interest. I believe that in the long run, integrity pays. If you’re a seller, for example, I’ll give you a detailed, fact-based, realistic analysis of what your property will really sell for in today’s market.
I believe selling real estate is an art and a science. If you work with me, you’ll get great photos and well-written descriptions that help your property stand out from the crowd. That’s important, but so are the numbers and the details. I offer my clients a thorough market analysis based on comparable properties that are currently on the market and that have sold recently. When you ask about an asking price, I won’t give you an opinion or a guess. I’ll give a number that’s based on the facts. (Actually, it’s usually a range of numbers that depends on variables like what repairs or improvements you’re ready to make, how quickly you’d like to sell, etc.)
I work for positive, win-win outcomes. Let’s face it. Whether you’re buying or selling, real estate transactions can sometimes involve some big decisions and also some big emotions. In today’s challenging market, it’s not always easy bringing buyers and sellers together. That’s an important part of my job, too.
I’m able to think globally and sell locally. I grew up in a small town, lived in the big city for a couple decades, and finally moved north. Although I know the area, I still remember what it was like to be moving here from the city. I’ve been in your shoes, and I’ve experienced some of the same transitions. That broader perspective helps me work effectively with a wide variety of buyers and sellers.
Jean, Thanks for the great job on selling our home.I know the market is down right now but you found a way to get it done.I was very impressed with the way you presented and showed our home,which led to several interested buyers. Thank you so much for a job well done. Bill in Wascott, WI
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