West Bend, WI Fishing Trip — April

Your West Bend, WI Fishing Trip

April2 peopleFamily Trip
High 55°F / Low 35°F2.7" rain · 9 rainy daysMild weather — bring layers for cool mornings on the water.

What’s Biting in April

Rainbow TroutExcellent
Rainbow Trout
Various
Largemouth BassExcellent
Largemouth Bass
Spinning · Baitcasting
WalleyeExcellent
Walleye
Various
Smallmouth BassGood
Smallmouth Bass
Casting · Fly Fishing

April Weather in West Bend

55°F
Avg High
35°F
Avg Low
2.7"
Rainfall
9
Rainy Days

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

63 Guides Near West Bend

No guides are based in West Bend, 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

Rainbow 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.

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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