Fishing Charters in Wisconsin
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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.
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!
Fontinalis Fly Fishing
Fontinalis Fly Fishing is a fly fishing guide service operating out of Bayfield, Wisconsin offering guided fly fishing trips for steelhead, trout, coho, smallmouth bass, and musky across the Northwoods of Wisconsin. Whether you are a season fisherman or a beginner we will customize the perfect trip for you.
Up North Guide Service
Chequamegon bay is one the top rated Smallmouth Bass fisheries in the world and is where I spend my summer months.The average Smallie on Chequamegon Bay is 18
Bobber Down Guide Service
Contact Bobber Down Guide Fishing Service Mercer, WI Turtle Flambeau, WI Walleye Smallmouth Bass
Walleye Madness Guide Service
Green Bay’s top fishing guide service for Trophy Walleye and Smallmouth Bass. Call Walleye Madness Guide Service today to book your trip! (906) 290-2939
Lazy River Guide Service
Spend the day with Captain Mario on the Mighty Mississippi River fishing for walleye, sauger, largemouth bass, smallmouth bass, catfish, northern pike, bluegill, perch, and crappies. Lazy River Guide Service brings you year-round fishing on open water or on the ice in the LaCrosse, Wisconsin area.
Cast N Catch Charters LLC
Cast N Catch Charters provides Door County Smallmouth Bass fishing guide trips. Guided Smallmouth Bass Trips on Sturgeon Bay, Lake Michigan, Green Bay, and Washington Island, WI. Open Year Round - Providing Door County ice fishing.
Wacky Walleye Guide Service
Green Bay & Door County Fishing Guide Service for Walleye, Smallmouth Bass, Musky, Whitefish and Pike. Door County ice fishing or open water fishing. 25 Years of guiding experience. Ice shack and shanty rentals in Door County.
Best Time to Catch Smallmouth Bass
Smallmouth Bass can be caught year-round in Chilton. Right now in March, activity is Good.
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Smallmouth Bass
For smallmouth bass near Chilton, Wisconsin, focus your efforts on the rockier sections of the Manitowoc River and its connected waterways. While not as abundant as largemouth in some areas, the smallmouth here are known for their fighting spirit. Look for areas with current breaks, rocky bottoms, and submerged structure. The pre-spawn period in late spring and early summer is an excellent time to target smallmouth, as they move into shallower water to spawn. Fall is also productive as they aggressively feed before winter. Try using crankbaits, spinnerbaits, or tubes around rocky points and ledges. Wading is possible in some areas, but a boat or kayak allows you to cover more water. Public access is available at several points along the river. A local tip is to pay attention to water clarity; smallmouth prefer clearer water than largemouth. The smallmouth in this area are typically in the 1-3 pound range, but larger fish are possible.
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Smallmouth Bass Fishing Regulations in Wisconsin
Open Season
May 4, 2024 - March 2, 2025 for catch and release only. Harvest season opens June 15, 2024.
Daily Bag Limit
5 per day
Size Limit
14-inch minimum
License Required
Freshwater fishing license
Some waters may have special regulations; consult the Wisconsin DNR regulations pamphlet.
⚠️ Always verify current regulations with the Wisconsin state wildlife agency before fishing.
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the size limit for smallmouth bass in Chilton, Wisconsin?
The minimum size limit for smallmouth bass that you can keep in Wisconsin is 14 inches.
When can I start keeping smallmouth bass in Chilton, WI?
The harvest season for smallmouth bass opens on June 15, 2024. Prior to that, it is catch and release only beginning May 4, 2024, and the season runs through March 2, 2025.
What's a good bait to use for smallmouth bass around Chilton?
Smallmouth bass respond well to various lures such as crankbaits, tube baits, and spinnerbaits. Live bait like crawfish and minnows are also effective. Focus on rocky areas and structures.
How many smallmouth bass can I keep in a day in Wisconsin?
The daily bag limit for smallmouth bass in Wisconsin is 5.
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