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 Kenosha. Right now in February, activity is low.
Seasonal Activity Chart
Chinook Salmon
Lake Michigan near Kenosha sees a fantastic Chinook Salmon run each year. The key is understanding their life cycle and how it concentrates them near shore. As the water cools in late summer and early fall, mature Chinook stage off the Kenosha shoreline, preparing to spawn in the Root River. This pre-spawn staging creates incredible fishing opportunities. Trolling with spoons, flasher/fly combinations, or crankbaits in the top 50 feet of water is highly effective. Pier fishing from the Kenosha harbor is also popular, especially at night, using glow spoons or crankbaits. Focus on areas near the mouth of the Root River. Remember that water conditions can change quickly on Lake Michigan, so always monitor the weather forecast and be prepared for rough conditions. The DNR also publishes stocking reports, which can help you understand the age and size structure of the Chinook population in a given year.
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 limit for Chinook Salmon in Kenosha, WI?
You can keep up to 5 salmon per day in total with other salmon species. Be sure to check the Wisconsin DNR regulations for specifics.
Do I need a special stamp to fish for Chinook Salmon in Kenosha?
Yes, you need both a Wisconsin fishing license and a Great Lakes Salmon and Trout Stamp to legally fish for Chinook Salmon.
Are there size restrictions for Chinook Salmon in Kenosha?
There is no minimum size limit for Chinook Salmon in Wisconsin, so you can keep any size you catch, as long as you stay within the bag limit.
What are some good spots to catch Chinook Salmon near Kenosha?
Chinook Salmon are often found in Lake Michigan near Kenosha. Try fishing near the piers, harbors, and river mouths, especially during the spawning season.
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