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 Iron Ridge. Right now in March, activity is Good.
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Smallmouth Bass
Smallmouth bass fishing near Iron Ridge, Wisconsin, revolves primarily around the Rock River and its associated tributaries. While not known as a smallmouth mecca, the Rock offers pockets of excellent fishing for bronzebacks. Focus on areas with rocky bottoms, current breaks, and submerged wood. Summer and early fall are typically the best times to target smallmouth, as the water has warmed and the fish are actively feeding. Look for them near bridge pilings, riffles, and deeper pools. A local access tip: the river is easily accessible from several county road bridges, offering wade-fishing opportunities. Be aware of water levels; after heavy rains, the river can become turbid and difficult to fish. The smallmouth in this area tend to be on the smaller side, averaging 10-14 inches, but their scrappy fight in the current makes them a rewarding target. Consider using crayfish imitations or small crankbaits to entice strikes.
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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 best bait for smallmouth bass in Iron Ridge, WI?
Tube baits, crankbaits, and spinnerbaits are all effective for smallmouth bass. Live bait like crawfish can also be productive.
What size smallmouth bass can I keep in Wisconsin?
You can keep smallmouth bass that are 14 inches or longer.
What's the daily bag limit for smallmouth bass in Wisconsin?
The daily bag limit is 5 smallmouth bass.
When does smallmouth bass season open for harvest in Wisconsin?
The harvest season opens June 15, 2024. Before then, it is catch and release only.
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