Lake Como - Bloomer

Located in Chippewa County, Wisconsin

Lake Como is located in Bloomer, Wisconsin. Eau Claire is 26 miles south, Minneapolis, Minnesota is 104 miles west, and Duluth, Minnesota is 131 miles northwest. There are a few smaller airfields nearby, but the closest major airport is Minneapolis-St. Paul International Airport, sitting just two hours away. Urgent care can be provided at Mayo Clinic Health System - Chippewa Valley, five minutes away. Snacks and groceries can be found at Shadick’s, three minutes away. Many highly rated restaurants are nearby, such as Fat Boy’s Pizza, Bloomer Pub, and Cafe.

Lake Life

With 98 acres, Lake Como is a fantastic place to slow down, take in the view, and enjoy the outdoors. Popular ways residents enjoy the water are kayaking, canoeing, pontooning, and fishing. A public boat landing can be found on the southern shoreline. Anglers looking to cast a line have the chance to catch largemouth bass, northern pike, and panfish.

Explore Eau Claire

If you want to brush up on your logging trivia, visit the Bunyan Logging Camp, a whimsical living museum that brings the world of 1890s logging to life! Afterward, if you are looking for more ways to travel back in time, visit the Chippewa Valley Railroad, a historic 1880 mini steam locomotive. The train offers rides around the park, and the conductors are dressed in 1880s style! If you are a fan of Victorian architecture, tour the Ager House, the home of the writer Waldemar Ager. The house was recently restored to its 1900s glory and is listed on the National Register of Historic Places. If all this touring has made you thirsty, check out the many breweries and wineries in Eau Claire. The Brewing Projekt and Infinity Beverages Winery & Distillery are popular options, and the Eau Claire Brew Hop even offers tours of the city’s best beverages! The Living Room Coffee House and Acoustic Cafe are quality options for coffee and bakery lovers.

Visit Minneapolis

Minneapolis offers many attractions, such as the Minneapolis Institute of Art! Travel through 4,000 years of world history as you view more than 80,000 works of sculpture, photography, paintings, drawings, and prints. The Mall of America offers great shopping and hosts over 40 million people annually. Nickelodeon Universe is an incredibly family-friendly amusement park in the mall and is split into two indoor amusement parks. Another local favorite is the Minneapolis Sculpture Garden. The garden is a top destination for tourists to enjoy art like the iconic Spoonbridge and Cherry, one of the crown jewels of the city's park system. Finally, for outdoor recreation and scenic nature, check out Minnehaha Park. This is the oldest park in Minneapolis and boasts 193 acres, numerous scenic trails, limestone bluffs, a 53-foot waterfall, picnic pavilions, bike rentals, and an off-leash dog park.

Excellent Location for Lake Life

Whether you are looking to buy a family home, a full-time retirement residence, or waterfront property, Lake Como is an excellent choice.