Welcome to River Falls, Wisconsin

River Falls is located approximately 30 miles east of the Minneapolis / St. Paul area. The city has an estimated population of 14,343 people and approximately 6,400 college students. River Falls offers the best Wisconsin has to offer in scenic beauty, seasonal entertainment and hometown charm. There are unlimited opportunities to explore nature at the numerous parks, campgrounds, walking and biking trails. River Falls is home to the Kinnickinnic River, a superb Class I trout stream and there are six golf courses located within 15 minutes of the city. River Falls is also close to Willow River State Park and the St. Croix River. The city has also been the summer home of the Kansas City Chiefs since 1991.

River Falls values education and is home to the University of Wisconsin-River Falls and the Chippewa Valley Technical College. The River Falls Public School District consists of eight schools serving approximately 3,050 students.

River Falls is home to many different places of worship. The city has excellent health care services including the River Falls Area Hospital and Medical Clinic and River Falls Area Ambulance Service. There are superb public facilities including a recently built public library and senior high school. The city offers a growing industrial park and vibrant downtown area.

In October 2009, River Falls was chosen as the 10,001 - 20,000 population category champion and recognized for environmental awareness at the eighth annual America in Bloom Symposium and Awards Program. America in Bloom is a national campaign and contest that promotes enhancing communities through beautification.

Come to River Falls - to visit or live - and enjoy small town living with convenient access to the amenities of the Twin Cities. River Falls welcomes you!

River Falls News & Updates

PRIMARY ELECTION: February 16, 2010 - Pierce County Residents

(There is not a primary for St. Croix residents.)

OPEN BOOK AND BOARD OF REVIEW

Thursday, May 13 - Noon - 8 p.m.
Friday, May 14 - 8 a.m. - Noon

(Appointments are needed for Open Book. Please call Associated Appraisal Consultants, Inc. at 1-800-721-4157.)

Date of Board of Review - Thursday June 3, 2010, from 10 a.m. to Noon

Click here for information about property taxes.

The entrance to the Police Department has moved to 125 E. Elm Street.

OVERNIGHT PARKING RESTRICTIONS NOW IN EFFECT!! Please click here for more information.

New 2010 Spring/Summer Parks & Recreation Activity Guide coming March 5th!
Registrations will begin March 8, 2010.

Pierce County FLU Information

St. Croix County FLU Information

River Falls Wins America in Bloom Top Prize - View Press Release

Residential Parking Begins September 1, 2009 - click here for more information

Cascade Avenue : Concept Recommendation - Read More

Roundabout intersection at 2nd Street and Cascade Avenue with landscaped center including opportunity for University Monument Sign.

The City of River Falls, in conjunction with the University of Wisconsin-River Falls (UW-RF) and the Wisconsin Department of Transportation (WisDOT), has developed a Concept Plan for Cascade Avenue from Spruce Street to Wasson Lane. Three public meetings have been held. Public input into the process and public comments on problems and potential solutions took place in the spring. A second meeting, in September, 2007, discussed the pros and cons of several concepts. At the third meeting in November, a preferred concept developed by the Technical Committee based on the previous public input was presented and discussed.