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 Ephraim. Right now in February, activity is Fair.
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Smallmouth Bass
Ephraim, Wisconsin, and the surrounding Door County peninsula offer fantastic smallmouth bass fishing in the clear waters of Green Bay. The rocky shorelines, submerged structure, and numerous islands create ideal habitat for these hard-fighting fish. Spring and fall are the most productive times to target smallmouth, as they move into shallower water to spawn and feed aggressively before winter. Look for rocky points, submerged humps, and weed edges. Throwing tubes, crankbaits, and topwater lures can be highly effective. Peninsula State Park offers several access points for shore fishing, but a boat is recommended to fully explore the area. Consider launching from Fish Creek or Sister Bay. A local tip: use polarized sunglasses to spot submerged rocks and weed beds, which often hold smallmouth. The smallmouth bass in this region are known for their aggressive strikes and powerful runs, making for an exciting angling experience. Be sure to use fluorocarbon leaders, as the water clarity can be high.
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 minimum size Smallmouth Bass I can keep in Wisconsin?
The minimum size limit for Smallmouth Bass in Wisconsin is 14 inches.
When does the Smallmouth Bass harvest season open near Ephraim, Wisconsin?
The harvest season for Smallmouth Bass opens on June 15, 2024. From May 4, 2024 until then, it is catch and release only.
How many Smallmouth Bass can I keep per day in Wisconsin?
The daily bag limit for Smallmouth Bass in Wisconsin is 5.
Can I fish for Smallmouth Bass year-round near Ephraim, WI?
You can fish for Smallmouth Bass from May 4, 2024, to March 2, 2025, but it's catch and release only until June 15, 2024, when the harvest season opens.
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