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 Sussex. Right now in March, activity is Good.
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Smallmouth Bass
Sussex, Wisconsin, offers some surprisingly good smallmouth bass fishing, particularly in the Bark River and the Menomonee River. These waterways provide the ideal habitat for bronzebacks with rocky bottoms, submerged wood, and plenty of riffles and pools. Spring and fall are prime times to target smallmouth here. As the water warms in the spring, they move into shallower areas to spawn, making them more accessible. Fall sees them feeding heavily to prepare for winter. A local tip: Focus on areas near bridges and culverts, as these structures often hold fish. Access to the Bark River is available at Village Park, but be prepared to wade as shore fishing spots are limited. The smallmouth in this area tend to be scrappy fighters, and while trophy-sized fish are less common, you can expect to find a good number of bass in the 12-16 inch range. Remember to practice catch and release to help maintain the quality of this fishery.
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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
Can I keep the smallmouth bass I catch in Sussex, Wisconsin?
Smallmouth bass can only be harvested between June 15, 2024, and March 2, 2025. During the closed season from May 4th to June 14th, it is catch and release only.
What's the best way to catch Smallmouth Bass in Sussex, WI?
Smallmouth bass are aggressive and respond well to various lures and live bait. Some popular choices include crankbaits, jigs, tubes, and live crawfish.
What are the size and bag limits for smallmouth bass in Wisconsin?
The size limit for smallmouth bass is a 14-inch minimum, and the daily bag limit is 5.
Do I need a license to fish for smallmouth bass near Sussex, Wisconsin?
Yes, you need a valid Wisconsin freshwater fishing license to fish for smallmouth bass.
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