Fishing Charters in Wisconsin
Browse fishing charters in Wisconsin that can help you catch chinook salmon.
Jim Weston’S Guide Service
Boulder Junction, Wisconsin
Bigelows Bronzeback Guide Service
Sturgeon Bay, Wisconsin
Experience the best smallmouth bass fishing in Door County, Wisconsin with Jacob Bigelow Fishing and Bronzeback Guide Service. Book a fishing trip of a lifetime or explore Jacob's Bassmaster Tournament career.
Jack Island Charters
Fish Creek, Wisconsin
Deep Bucket Outfitters
Sturgeon Bay, Wisconsin
Deep Bucket Outfitters LLC Trophy Bass Fishing in Beautiful Door County Excellence We use the best equipment, tackle, baits, and electronics available to chase smallmouth on the waters of Door County. We work hard to put our clients on fish! Professionalism We are kind and courteous, always keeping safety a top priority for ourselves and…
Ladies First Guide Service
Green Bay, Wisconsin
Ladies First Guide Service LLC is a fishing guide service by a woman, specifically for women, on Green Bay and the Fox River. Green Bay is known as a world-class fishery for walleye, smallmouth bass, and musky. Limits of eater-sized walleyes and trophy fish can be found throughout the bay, providing some of the best fishing in the Midwest!
Mockingbird Charters
Washington, Wisconsin
Woodlander Fishing And Hunting Guide Service
Wisconsin Dells, Wisconsin
Woodlander fishing guide Wisconsin Dells, Wisconsin River, Castle Rock, Petenwell, Lake Delton, Lake Mason (guided deer, turkey, duck, goose hunts)
Kreger Outdoors
Wisconsin Rapids, Wisconsin
Lake Petenwell & Rome, Wisconsin guided fishing trips!
Doug Will Fish
St Germain, Wisconsin
Wisconsin Fishing Guide | St. Germain/Eagle River, WI| Doug Will Fish Summer Fishing $175 Half Day $250 Full Day Winter Fishing $75.00 Per Person (Includes Food & Bait) Serving Sugar Camp, Eagle River, & St. Germain
Hinterland Musky Guides
Minocqua, Wisconsin
Whites Woods And Waters
St Germain, Wisconsin
White's Woods & Waters is your source for experienced fishing & hunting guide services.
Curtis Guide Service
Phelps, Wisconsin
Looking to reel in a big catch? Try river fishing in Wisconsin with Curtis Guide Service and enjoy the pristine beauty of the Wisconsin River.
Best Time to Catch Chinook Salmon
Chinook Salmon can be caught year-round in Bay City. Right now in February, activity is low.
Seasonal Activity Chart
Chinook Salmon
While not as widely known as other Great Lakes ports, Bay City, Wisconsin, offers a chance to intercept Chinook Salmon migrating up the rivers that feed into Green Bay. The key is timing: focus on the late summer and early fall months, when these fish are staging near the river mouths in preparation for their spawning runs. Trolling with spoons or flasher/fly combinations is a common tactic, as is casting crankbaits or spinners in the rivers themselves. Pay close attention to water temperature and current; salmon tend to hold in cooler, deeper water or in areas with strong current. A productive area can be the waters just off the mouth of the Pensaukee River. Be prepared to adjust your depth and presentation based on changing conditions. Remember, Chinook Salmon are powerful fish, so use appropriate tackle and be ready for a fight. Focus on seasonal forage and water conditions.
How to Catch Chinook Salmon
Chinook Salmon Fishing Regulations in Wisconsin
Open Season
Year-round
Daily Bag Limit
5 per day in total with other salmon (see notes)
Size Limit
No size limit
License Required
Wisconsin fishing license and Great Lakes Salmon and Trout Stamp
The 5 fish bag limit is a combined total for Chinook, Coho, Pink, and Atlantic Salmon, only 3 can be Chinook Salmon. Some tributaries have seasonal closures.
⚠️ Always verify current regulations with the Wisconsin state wildlife agency before fishing.
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Frequently Asked Questions
What's the daily bag limit for Chinook Salmon in Bay City, Wisconsin?
You can keep up to 5 salmon per day in total, including Chinook, Coho, and other salmon species. Be sure to check for any specific regulations for the body of water you are fishing.
Is there a size restriction for Chinook Salmon I catch near Bay City?
There is no minimum size limit for Chinook Salmon in Wisconsin.
Do I need a special permit to fish for Chinook Salmon in Bay City?
Yes, in addition to a Wisconsin fishing license, you'll need a Great Lakes Salmon and Trout Stamp to legally fish for Chinook Salmon.
Can I fish for Chinook Salmon year-round near Bay City?
Yes, the season for Chinook Salmon is open year-round in Wisconsin.
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