Fishing Charters in Wisconsin
Browse fishing charters in Wisconsin that can help you catch smallmouth bass.
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 Dane. Right now in March, activity is Fair.
Seasonal Activity Chart
Smallmouth Bass
Dane County, Wisconsin offers some fantastic smallmouth bass fishing, particularly in the Yahara River chain of lakes. These include Lakes Mendota, Monona, Waubesa, and Kegonsa, each offering unique structure and habitat. Spring and fall are prime times, as the smallies move into shallower waters to spawn or fatten up before winter. Focus on rocky points, submerged wood, and weed edges. A local tip: Lake Mendota can get crowded, so consider exploring the smaller lakes in the chain for less pressured fish. Also, be aware of the seasonal weed growth – it can be thick! Tube baits and crankbaits are local favorites. The smallmouth in these waters are known for their aggressive strikes and fight, often reaching impressive sizes due to the abundant forage.
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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
Are there any size restrictions on Smallmouth Bass in Dane, WI?
Yes, you can only keep Smallmouth Bass that are 14 inches or longer.
What is the daily bag limit for Smallmouth Bass in Dane County, Wisconsin?
The daily bag limit is 5 Smallmouth Bass, as long as they meet the minimum size.
When can I start keeping Smallmouth Bass in Dane, Wisconsin?
The harvest season begins June 15, 2024. Until then, it's catch and release only.
Do I need a specific license to target Smallmouth Bass near Dane, WI?
A standard Wisconsin freshwater fishing license is all you need.
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