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Prairie du Chien, WI Fishing Trip — April

Your Prairie du Chien, WI Fishing Trip

April2 peopleFamily Trip
High 58°F / Low 37°F4.6" rain · 12 rainy daysMild weather — bring layers for cool mornings on the water.

What’s Biting in April

Brown TroutExcellent
Brown Trout
Various
Largemouth BassExcellent
Largemouth Bass
Spinning · Baitcasting
Smallmouth BassGood
Smallmouth Bass
Casting · Fly Fishing

April Weather in Prairie du Chien

58°F
Avg High
37°F
Avg Low
4.6"
Rainfall
12
Rainy Days

Mild weather — bring layers for cool mornings on the water.

22 Guides Near Prairie du Chien

No guides are based in Prairie du Chien, but these guides operate nearby.

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Musky Fool Fly Fishing Co. - Musky Fool Fly Fishing Co.
Musky Fool Fly Fishing Co.

Musky Fool Fly Fishing Co.

5(880)Top Rated

Our entire selection of premium fly fishing gear is available online and in store. Our team of experts is here to help you put more fish in the bag! 5% of all profits donated directly to trophy fish conservation.

Waunakee, Wisconsin
Clement's Fishing Barge - Clement's Fishing Barge
Clement's Fishing Barge

Clement's Fishing Barge

4.5(100)Top Rated

Clements Fishing Barge specializes in places to fish with great fishing spots on the Mississippi River. Mississippi river fishing barges in Genoa.

Genoa, Wisconsin
Redbeard Bowfishing - Redbeard Bowfishing
Redbeard Bowfishing

Redbeard Bowfishing

5(48)Top Rated

Book a Wisconsin Dells scenic river tour and fishing charter with Readbeard Bowfishing. We have all the equipment, just show up!

Wisconsin Dells, Wisconsin
Musky Motive Guide Service - Michael Collins
Michael Collins

Musky Motive Guide Service

5(18)Top Rated

Located near Wisconsin Dells, Mike Collins, owner of Musky Motive Guide Service LLC offers year round guided fishing trips for a variety of species.

inshore
Portage, Wisconsin
Rutting Ridge Outfitter - Rutting Ridge Outfitter
Rutting Ridge Outfitter

Rutting Ridge Outfitter

4.5(30)Top Rated

Rutting Ridge Outfitters, located in Buffalo County Wisconsin offers trophy whitetail hunts and walleye fishing in the heart of Buffalo County, WI, along the Mississippi River and Lake Pepin.

freshwaterWalleye
Alma, Wisconsin
Mccormick's River Guide Service - Mccormick's River Guide Service
Mccormick's River Guide Service

Mccormick's River Guide Service

4.6(25)Top Rated
Onalaska, Wisconsin
Wisconsin Musky Guide Musky Marks Guide Service and Musky Lures - Wisconsin Musky Guide Musky Marks Guide Service and Musky Lures
Wisconsin Musky Guide Musky Marks Guide Service and Musky Lures

Wisconsin Musky Guide Musky Marks Guide Service and Musky Lures

4.6(22)Top Rated
Elroy, Wisconsin
Reel Good Guide Service - Reel Good Guide Service
Reel Good Guide Service

Reel Good Guide Service

5(13)Top Rated

Wisconsin river fishing is unlike anywhere else. You'll probably throw back fish here that would be a trophy anywhere else. Our Wisconsin Dells River Guided Fishing Tours offer miles of coastline and pristine waters.

Reedsburg, Wisconsin
Lazy River Guide Service - Lazy River Guide Service
Lazy River Guide Service

Lazy River Guide Service

5(12)Top Rated

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.

BluegillCatfishLargemouth Bass
La Crosse, Wisconsin
Madison Angling Guide Service - Madison Angling Guide Service
Madison Angling Guide Service

Madison Angling Guide Service

5(12)Top Rated

Learn everything about Madison, WI fishing. Where to go, clubs to join, equipment, lakes, and much more! Check out our helpful free tips and articles!

Cottage Grove, Wisconsin
Sampson’s River guiding - Sampson’s River guiding
Sampson’s River guiding

Sampson’s River guiding

5(10)Top Rated
La Crosse, Wisconsin
Scenic Bluffs Outfitters LLC - Scenic Bluffs Outfitters LLC
Scenic Bluffs Outfitters LLC

Scenic Bluffs Outfitters LLC

5(8)Top Rated

Wisconsin Hunting and Fishing Outfitter. Black bear, whitetail deer, turkey, duck, geese, and coyotes, Ice fishing and chartered boat fishing.

Camp Douglas, Wisconsin
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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

Brown Trout

Various
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Smallmouth Bass

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

Largemouth Bass

freshwater
J
F
M
A
M
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J
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O
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D

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La Crosse2 guides · 56 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 / freshwater Fishing

  • Bug spray
  • Rain gear
  • 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

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.

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.

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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