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 Eagle River. Right now in February, activity is Slow.
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Smallmouth Bass
If you're chasing smallmouth bass in northern Wisconsin, Eagle River offers a fantastic fishery. The Eagle River Chain of Lakes, a series of 28 interconnected bodies of water, provides diverse habitat that smallies thrive in. Look for rocky shorelines, points, and areas with current, especially where rivers and streams enter the lakes. Early summer, after the spawn, is an excellent time to target aggressive smallmouth with topwater lures and crankbaits. As the water warms, switch to deeper presentations like jigs, drop-shot rigs, and Carolina rigs. Fall is another great time as the fish feed heavily before winter. A local tip is to focus on areas with clear water and good visibility, as smallmouth are sight feeders. The numerous public boat launches provide easy access, but be prepared for some boat traffic, especially on weekends. The smallmouth in the Eagle River Chain are known for their feisty attitude and impressive size, with many fish exceeding 4 pounds.
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 the best time of year to fish for smallmouth bass in Eagle River?
The smallmouth bass harvest season opens June 15th. You can practice catch and release starting May 4th until March 2nd of the following year.
What's the size limit for smallmouth bass in Eagle River, WI?
You can only keep smallmouth bass that are at least 14 inches long in Wisconsin.
How many smallmouth bass can I keep per day in Eagle River?
The daily bag limit for smallmouth bass in Eagle River is 5.
What are some good lures for catching smallmouth bass near Eagle River?
Smallmouth bass in the Eagle River area are often caught using crankbaits, spinnerbaits, and tube jigs. Topwater lures can also be effective, especially during the early morning or late evening.
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