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Eagle River, WI Fishing Trip — January

Your Eagle River, WI Fishing Trip

January2 peopleFamily Trip
High 18°F / Low 4°F0.8" rain · 7 rainy daysCold weather — dress in warm layers and bring waterproof gear.

What’s Biting in January

Largemouth BassFair
Largemouth Bass
Spinning · Baitcasting
CrappieFair
Crappie
Jigging · Live Bait Fishing
Brown TroutFair
Brown Trout
Various
Smallmouth BassLow
Smallmouth Bass
Casting · Fly Fishing

January Weather in Eagle River

18°F
Avg High
4°F
Avg Low
0.8"
Rainfall
7
Rainy Days

Cold weather — dress in warm layers and bring waterproof gear.

2 in Eagle River + 31 Nearby

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Hawk's Nest Outfitters - Hawk's Nest Outfitters
Hawk's Nest Outfitters

Hawk's Nest Outfitters

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Hawks Nest Outfitters is a canoe, kayak, and tube rental company located in Eagle River, WI. We are directly on the Wisconsin River providing adventure trips and overnight rentals. Come ride the river at Hawks Nest!

Eagle River, Wisconsin
Bobber Down Guide Service - Bobber Down Guide Service
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Contact Bobber Down Guide Fishing Service Mercer, WI Turtle Flambeau, WI Walleye Smallmouth Bass

Smallmouth BassWalleye
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Minocqua, Wisconsin
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Minocqua, Wisconsin
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Conover, Wisconsin
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Woodruff, Wisconsin
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Offering full guided fishing trips for Muskie, Walleye, pike, Small Mouth Bass and other game fish in the Manitowish Waters area. A premier Manitowish Waters Fishing Guide Service with a lifetime of local on the water fishing experience. Fully licensed and insured.

Manitowish Waters, Wisconsin
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St Germain, Wisconsin
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Matt Ebert Guide Service

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Largemouth BassMuskieNorthern Pike
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Anglers Choice Guide Service - Anglers Choice Guide Service
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inshore
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$910
Estimated total for 2 people
$455
per person
Charter $500
Tip $100
Licenses $60
Food $100
Lodging $150

Estimates based on local charter rates and averages. Contact guides for exact pricing.

What's Biting By Month

Peak

Largemouth Bass

freshwater
J
F
M
A
M
J
J
A
S
O
N
D

Crappie

freshwater
J
F
M
A
M
J
J
A
S
O
N
D

Brown Trout

Various
J
F
M
A
M
J
J
A
S
O
N
D

Smallmouth Bass

freshwater
J
F
M
A
M
J
J
A
S
O
N
D

Also Consider Fishing In...

Minocqua6 guides · 25 miWoodruff4 guides · 22 miSt Germain4 guides · 13 miThree Lakes2 guides · 10 miTomahawk2 guides · 37 miPhillips2 guides · 63 mi

What to Bring

Check with your guide about what gear is provided. Here's a recommended packing list:

Essentials

  • Sunscreen (SPF 50+)
  • Polarized sunglasses
  • Hat or visor
  • Weather-appropriate clothing
  • Non-marking shoes or deck shoes

Food & Personal

  • Water and drinks (stay hydrated)
  • Snacks or lunch
  • Cooler for your catch
  • Motion sickness medication (if needed)
  • Camera or phone (waterproof case recommended)
  • Valid fishing license (confirm with captain)

For inshore Fishing

  • Light rain jacket

Wisconsin Fishing License

License Cost
Resident$20
Non-Resident$50
Requirements

Required for ages 16+. Inland trout stamp and Great Lakes stamp available additionally.

Buy License Online — Wisconsin

Species Regulations

Largemouth Bass
Season:May 4, 2024 - March 2, 2025 for catch and release only. Harvest season opens June 15, 2024.
Bag Limit:5 per day
Size Limit:14-inch minimum

Some waters may have special regulations; consult the Wisconsin DNR regulations pamphlet.

Crappie
Season:Year-round
Bag Limit:25 per day
Size Limit:No size limit

Some waters may have special regulations; consult the Wisconsin DNR regulations pamphlet.

Brown Trout
Season:Varies by waterbody; consult regulations pamphlet.
Bag Limit:Varies by waterbody; consult regulations pamphlet.
Size Limit:Varies by waterbody; consult regulations pamphlet.

Many streams have special regulations, including gear restrictions and catch-and-release only sections. Check specific waterbody regulations.

Smallmouth Bass
Season:May 4, 2024 - March 2, 2025 for catch and release only. Harvest season opens June 15, 2024.
Bag Limit:5 per day
Size Limit:14-inch minimum

Some waters may have special regulations; consult the Wisconsin DNR regulations pamphlet.

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