South Milwaukee, WI Fishing Trip — April
Your South Milwaukee, WI Fishing Trip
April2 peopleFamily Trip
High 52°F / Low 38°F2.6" rain · 12 rainy daysMild weather — bring layers for cool mornings on the water.
What’s Biting in April
ExcellentWalleye
Various
ExcellentCrappie
Jigging · Live Bait Fishing
ExcellentLargemouth Bass
Spinning · Baitcasting
GoodSmallmouth Bass
Casting · Fly Fishing
April Weather in South Milwaukee
52°F
Avg High
38°F
Avg Low
2.6"
Rainfall
12
Rainy Days
Mild weather — bring layers for cool mornings on the water.
63 Guides Near South Milwaukee
No guides are based in South Milwaukee, but these guides operate nearby.
$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
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Wisconsin Fishing License
License Cost
Resident$20
Non-Resident$50
Requirements
Required for ages 16+. Inland trout stamp and Great Lakes stamp available additionally.
Species Regulations
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.
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.
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.