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 Clintonville. Right now in March, activity is Good.
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Smallmouth Bass
While not as renowned as some other Wisconsin destinations, Clintonville presents some intriguing smallmouth bass fishing prospects. The Embarrass River, which flows through the area, is a key target for bronzeback enthusiasts. Focus on sections with riffles, deeper pools, and rocky structure, as these areas provide ideal habitat. Late spring and early fall are generally considered the best times to target smallmouth here, with the pre-spawn and post-spawn periods offering excellent opportunities. A local tactic is to wade fish the river, carefully working your way upstream. Be mindful of private property and respect landowner rights. The smallmouth in the Embarrass River are known for their aggressive strikes and spirited fights, making them a rewarding catch. Expect to find fish in the 1-3 pound range, with the potential for larger individuals in deeper pools.
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How to Catch Smallmouth Bass
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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's a good bait to use for smallmouth bass around Clintonville, WI?
For smallmouth bass near Clintonville, try using tube jigs, crankbaits that imitate crawfish, or live minnows. Smallmouth bass are predators, so presentation is key.
When is smallmouth bass season open near Clintonville?
The smallmouth bass season near Clintonville is open from May 4, 2024 to March 2, 2025, but it is catch and release only until the harvest season opens June 15, 2024.
What is the legal size limit for smallmouth bass in Wisconsin?
You can keep smallmouth bass that are 14 inches or longer in Wisconsin.
What is the daily limit for smallmouth bass in Wisconsin?
You are allowed to keep 5 smallmouth bass per day in Wisconsin.
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