Sister Bay, WI Fishing Trip — October

Your Sister Bay, WI Fishing Trip

October2 peopleFamily Trip
High 58°F / Low 51°F2" rain · 11 rainy daysMild weather — bring layers for cool mornings on the water.

What’s Biting in October

8 species
Northern PikeExcellent
Northern Pike
Various
SteelheadExcellent
Steelhead
Various
WalleyeExcellent
Walleye
Various
Smallmouth BassGood
Smallmouth Bass
Casting · Fly Fishing
Lake TroutGood
Lake Trout
Various
PerchGood
Perch
Jigging · Live Bait
Coho SalmonFair
Coho Salmon
Various
Chinook SalmonFair
Chinook Salmon
Trolling · Fly Fishing

October Weather in Sister Bay

58°F
Avg High
51°F
Avg Low
2"
Rainfall
11
Rainy Days

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

46 Guides Near Sister Bay

No guides are based in Sister Bay, but these guides operate nearby.

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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.

Wisconsin Fishing License

License Cost
Resident$20
Non-Resident$50
Requirements

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

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Species Regulations

Northern Pike
Season:May 4, 2024 - March 2, 2025
Bag Limit:5 per day
Size Limit:26-inch minimum

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

Steelhead
Season:Varies by waterbody
Bag Limit:Varies by waterbody
Size Limit:Varies by waterbody

Regulations vary greatly depending on the specific lake or tributary. Consult the Wisconsin DNR regulations pamphlet for specific waterbody rules, especially regarding tributaries to Lake Michigan.

Walleye
Season:Varies by waterbody
Bag Limit:Varies by waterbody
Size Limit:Varies by waterbody

Regulations vary significantly by specific water body. Consult the Wisconsin DNR regulations pamphlet for details.

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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