{"id":32261,"date":"2021-11-19T18:35:00","date_gmt":"2021-11-19T17:35:00","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/fishingbooker.com\/blog\/?p=32261"},"modified":"2026-01-08T10:50:37","modified_gmt":"2026-01-08T10:50:37","slug":"fishing-in-wisconsin","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/fishingbooker.com\/blog\/fishing-in-wisconsin\/","title":{"rendered":"Wisconsin Fishing: The Complete Guide for 2026"},"content":{"rendered":"<span class=\"span-reading-time rt-reading-time\" style=\"display: block;\"><span class=\"rt-label rt-prefix\">Reading Time: <\/span> <span class=\"rt-time\"> 7<\/span> <span class=\"rt-label rt-postfix\">minutes<\/span><\/span><p>The Badger State is blessed with over 15,000 lakes and around 160 species of fish. There&#8217;s everything a freshwater angler can dream of, from prolific rivers and streams to gorgeous lakes and backwaters. And the best part is, fishing in <a href=\"https:\/\/fishingbooker.com\/destinations\/state\/us\/WI?utm_source=fishingbooker&amp;utm_medium=blog&amp;utm_campaign=post_content_link&amp;utm_term=32261\">Wisconsin<\/a> is a year-round pleasure.&nbsp;<\/p><figure class=\"wp-block-image size-full is-style-default\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1024\" height=\"768\" src=\"https:\/\/fishingbooker-prod-blog-backup.s3.amazonaws.com\/blog\/media\/2023\/05\/14133714\/Fishing-in-Wisconsin-Intro.jpg\" alt=\"An aerial view of Fish Creek and Peninsula State Park in Wisconsin dotted with charter fishing boats and surrounded with greenery and houses in front and the open water and blue skies in the distance\" class=\"wp-image-50390\" srcset=\"https:\/\/fishingbooker-prod-blog-backup.s3.amazonaws.com\/blog\/media\/2023\/05\/14133714\/Fishing-in-Wisconsin-Intro.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/fishingbooker-prod-blog-backup.s3.amazonaws.com\/blog\/media\/2023\/05\/14133714\/Fishing-in-Wisconsin-Intro-300x225.jpg 300w, https:\/\/fishingbooker-prod-blog-backup.s3.amazonaws.com\/blog\/media\/2023\/05\/14133714\/Fishing-in-Wisconsin-Intro-768x576.jpg 768w, https:\/\/fishingbooker-prod-blog-backup.s3.amazonaws.com\/blog\/media\/2023\/05\/14133714\/Fishing-in-Wisconsin-Intro-150x113.jpg 150w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px\" \/><\/figure><p>Wisconsin is home to two of the Great Lakes, along with the mighty Mississippi River. If that&#8217;s not enough to get you hooked, there are also over 2,500 Trout streams across the state. With such generous waters, hardly anyone can resist Wisconsin&#8217;s fisheries. <\/p><p>So, if you find fishing in Wisconsin alluring, read on and learn everything about the trophy catches on offer, their seasons, hotspots, angling trips and techniques, and regulations. <\/p><p><\/p><p class=\"has-text-align-center has-large-font-size\"><strong>What are you interested in?<\/strong><\/p><p><\/p><div class=\"wp-block-group\"><div class=\"wp-block-group__inner-container is-layout-constrained wp-block-group-is-layout-constrained\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-buttons is-content-justification-center is-layout-flex wp-container-core-buttons-is-layout-16018d1d wp-block-buttons-is-layout-flex\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-button is-style-fill\"><a class=\"wp-block-button__link has-background has-medium-font-size has-custom-font-size wp-element-button\" href=\"#best-fish-to-catch-in-wisconsin\" style=\"border-radius:100px;background-color:#2185c5\">Best Fish to Catch in Wisconsin<\/a><\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-button is-style-fill\"><a class=\"wp-block-button__link has-background has-medium-font-size has-custom-font-size wp-element-button\" href=\"#when-to-go-fishing-in-wisconsin\" style=\"border-radius:100px;background-color:#2185c5\">When to Go Fishing in Wisconsin<\/a><\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-button is-style-fill\"><a class=\"wp-block-button__link has-background has-medium-font-size has-custom-font-size wp-element-button\" href=\"#wisconsin-fishing-spots\" style=\"border-radius:100px;background-color:#2185c5\">Wisconsin Fishing Spots<\/a><\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-button is-style-fill\"><a class=\"wp-block-button__link has-background has-medium-font-size has-custom-font-size wp-element-button\" href=\"#how-to-go-fishing-in-wisconsin\" style=\"border-radius:100px;background-color:#2185c5\">How to Go Fishing in Wisconsin<\/a><\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-button is-style-fill\"><a class=\"wp-block-button__link has-background has-medium-font-size has-custom-font-size wp-element-button\" href=\"#wisconsin-fishing-trips\" style=\"border-radius:100px;background-color:#2185c5\">Wisconsin Fishing Trips<\/a><\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-button is-style-fill\"><a class=\"wp-block-button__link has-background has-medium-font-size has-custom-font-size wp-element-button\" href=\"#wisconsin-fishing-regulations\" style=\"border-radius:100px;background-color:#2185c5\">Wisconsin Fishing Regulations<\/a><\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<h2 id=\"best-fish-to-catch-in-wisconsin\"><br>Best Fish to Catch in Wisconsin<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p><\/p>\n<\/div><\/div><p>Wherever you cast your line, something will grace the end of it. There&#8217;s truly no shortage of freshwater fish in Wisconsin. What to pick from the fishing menu depends on your preferences. Let&#8217;s take a look at the top catches below.<\/p><div class=\"wp-block-create-block-wp-image-link-list-block\"><div class=\"custom-row\"><div class=\"custom-col\"><a class=\"image-link\" href=\"https:\/\/fishingbooker.com\/fish\/muskellunge-musky\/us\/WI%20?utm_source=fishingbooker&amp;utm_medium=blog&amp;utm_campaign=post_content_link&amp;utm_term=32261\" style=\"background-image:linear-gradient(rgba(0, 0, 0, 0.3), rgba(0, 0, 0, 0.3)), url(https:\/\/fishingbooker-prod-blog-backup.s3.amazonaws.com\/blog\/media\/2023\/05\/14133713\/Musky.jpeg)\"><span class=\"image-title\">Muskellunge Fishing in Wisconsin<\/span><\/a><\/div><div class=\"custom-col\"><a class=\"image-link\" href=\"https:\/\/fishingbooker.com\/fish\/walleye\/us\/WI%20?utm_source=fishingbooker&amp;utm_medium=blog&amp;utm_campaign=post_content_link&amp;utm_term=32261\" style=\"background-image:linear-gradient(rgba(0, 0, 0, 0.3), rgba(0, 0, 0, 0.3)), url(https:\/\/fishingbooker-prod-blog-backup.s3.amazonaws.com\/blog\/media\/2023\/05\/14133713\/Walleye.jpeg)\"><span class=\"image-title\">Walleye Fishing in Wisconsin<\/span><\/a><\/div><div class=\"custom-col\"><a class=\"image-link\" href=\"https:\/\/fishingbooker.com\/blog\/salmon-fishing-in-wisconsin\/\" style=\"background-image:linear-gradient(rgba(0, 0, 0, 0.3), rgba(0, 0, 0, 0.3)), url(https:\/\/fishingbooker-prod-blog-backup.s3.amazonaws.com\/blog\/media\/2023\/05\/14133708\/Coho-Salmon-in-Wisconsin.jpg)\"><span class=\"image-title\">Salmon Fishing in Wisconsin<\/span><\/a><\/div><\/div><\/div><div class=\"wp-block-create-block-wp-image-link-list-block\"><div class=\"custom-row\"><div class=\"custom-col\"><a class=\"image-link\" href=\"https:\/\/fishingbooker.com\/fish\/pike-northern\/us\/WI?utm_source=fishingbooker&amp;utm_medium=blog&amp;utm_campaign=post_content_link&amp;utm_term=32261\" style=\"background-image:linear-gradient(rgba(0, 0, 0, 0.3), rgba(0, 0, 0, 0.3)), url(https:\/\/fishingbooker-prod-blog-backup.s3.amazonaws.com\/blog\/media\/2022\/12\/14135724\/Pike.jpg)\"><span class=\"image-title\">Pike Fishing in Wisconsin<\/span><\/a><\/div><div class=\"custom-col\"><a class=\"image-link\" href=\"https:\/\/fishingbooker.com\/fish\/brown-trout\/us\/WI?utm_source=fishingbooker&amp;utm_medium=blog&amp;utm_campaign=post_content_link&amp;utm_term=32261\" style=\"background-image:linear-gradient(rgba(0, 0, 0, 0.3), rgba(0, 0, 0, 0.3)), url(https:\/\/fishingbooker-prod-blog-backup.s3.amazonaws.com\/blog\/media\/2023\/05\/14133704\/Brown.jpg)\"><span class=\"image-title\">Trout Fishing in Wisconsin<\/span><\/a><\/div><div class=\"custom-col\"><a class=\"image-link\" href=\"https:\/\/fishingbooker.com\/blog\/wisconsin-bass-fishing-tips\/\" style=\"background-image:linear-gradient(rgba(0, 0, 0, 0.3), rgba(0, 0, 0, 0.3)), url(https:\/\/fishingbooker-prod-blog-backup.s3.amazonaws.com\/blog\/media\/2023\/05\/14133704\/Smallmouth-Bass-.jpg)\"><span class=\"image-title\">Bass Fishing in Wisconsin<\/span><\/a><\/div><\/div><\/div><h3 id=\"wisconsins-headliners\">Wisconsin&#8217;s Headliners<\/h3><p class=\"has-text-align-left\">The list of contenders for the title of most famous fish in Wisconsin is long. However, several species set themselves apart from the crowd. These beasts rule the freshwater scene. Meet Wisconsin&#8217;s headliners.<\/p><div class=\"wp-block-image is-style-default\"><figure class=\"aligncenter size-full\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1024\" height=\"768\" src=\"https:\/\/fishingbooker-prod-blog-backup.s3.amazonaws.com\/blog\/media\/2023\/05\/14133658\/Musky.jpg\" alt=\"An angler posing in front of the shoreline while standing on a charter fishing boat and holding a big Musky caught in Wisconsin on a cold fall day\" class=\"wp-image-50477\" srcset=\"https:\/\/fishingbooker-prod-blog-backup.s3.amazonaws.com\/blog\/media\/2023\/05\/14133658\/Musky.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/fishingbooker-prod-blog-backup.s3.amazonaws.com\/blog\/media\/2023\/05\/14133658\/Musky-300x225.jpg 300w, https:\/\/fishingbooker-prod-blog-backup.s3.amazonaws.com\/blog\/media\/2023\/05\/14133658\/Musky-768x576.jpg 768w, https:\/\/fishingbooker-prod-blog-backup.s3.amazonaws.com\/blog\/media\/2023\/05\/14133658\/Musky-150x113.jpg 150w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px\" \/><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\">Photo taken by Captain Hooks Fishing Adventures<\/figcaption><\/figure><\/div><ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><strong><a href=\"https:\/\/fishingbooker.com\/fish\/muskellunge-musky\/us\/WI?utm_source=fishingbooker&amp;utm_medium=blog&amp;utm_campaign=post_content_link&amp;utm_term=32261\">Muskellunge (Musky)<\/a>. <\/strong>As the official <a href=\"https:\/\/fishingbooker.com\/blog\/state-fish-of-wisconsin\/\">state fish<\/a>, Musky is a must-fish celebrity. Enormous, muscular, elusive, and unpredictable, Muskellunge are known as the &#8220;fish of ten thousand casts.&#8221; This means you need strong lines and nerves of steel, but it&#8217;ll be worth it. The largest Musky on record was caught precisely here! So, gear up with large plugs and hit the northern lakes and rivers in <strong>spring<\/strong> for your trophy specimen.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Northern<\/strong> <strong>Pike.<\/strong> Pike are top <strong>winter<\/strong> fishing targets, although some prefer pursuing Pike after ice-out.&nbsp;Pike are sight hunters and love deep, cold waters, so planning a trip during daylight is the way to go. Locals and tourists look for them in<strong> <\/strong>Lake Superior and its tributaries, the Mississippi and St. Croix Rivers, Lake Michigan, and Green Bay.&nbsp;<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong><a href=\"https:\/\/fishingbooker.com\/fish\/walleye\/us\/WI?utm_source=fishingbooker&amp;utm_medium=blog&amp;utm_campaign=post_content_link&amp;utm_term=32261\">Walleye. <\/a><\/strong>These undisputed Lake Winnebago superstars are tasty and feisty, making great opponents for any type of angler.&nbsp;You can catch them during the spawning season in <strong>spring<\/strong>, then again in <strong>summer<\/strong>, and, of course, during the <strong>winter<\/strong> months under the ice. Summer Walleye hang around underwater structures nearshore, while spring Walleye usually spawn in reefs. <\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Trout.<\/strong> Wisconsin boasts over 5,000 miles of first-class Trout streams. If you thought that Musky, Pike, and Walleye would make you fall in love with fishing, just wait to see what Trout has in store for you. <a href=\"https:\/\/fishingbooker.com\/fish\/rainbow-trout-steelhead\/us\/WI?utm_source=fishingbooker&amp;utm_medium=blog&amp;utm_campaign=post_content_link&amp;utm_term=32261\">Rainbow<\/a>, Brook, <a href=\"https:\/\/fishingbooker.com\/fish\/lake-trout\/us\/WI?utm_source=fishingbooker&amp;utm_medium=blog&amp;utm_campaign=post_content_link&amp;utm_term=32261\">Lake<\/a>, and <a href=\"https:\/\/fishingbooker.com\/fish\/brown-trout\/us\/WI?utm_source=fishingbooker&amp;utm_medium=blog&amp;utm_campaign=post_content_link&amp;utm_term=32261\">Brown Trout <\/a>are the names to remember. Fly fishing for Trout is particularly popular in <strong>spring and fall.<\/strong><\/li>\n<\/ul><h3 id=\"wisconsins-supporting-stars\">Wisconsin&#8217;s Supporting Stars<\/h3><p>Sure, <strong>Musky and Trout<\/strong> dominate angling circles here, but <strong>Salmon and Bass<\/strong> aren&#8217;t lagging far behind either. And they aren&#8217;t the only ones. Equally challenging and inspiring, these supporting stars deserve your attention, too. <\/p><div class=\"wp-block-image is-style-default\"><figure class=\"aligncenter size-full\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1024\" height=\"768\" src=\"https:\/\/fishingbooker-prod-blog-backup.s3.amazonaws.com\/blog\/media\/2023\/05\/14133657\/Salmon.jpg\" alt=\"A proud angler posing against the open waters and the blue skies in the background while standing on a Wisconsin charter fishing boat with a huge Salmon in both hands.\" class=\"wp-image-50479\" srcset=\"https:\/\/fishingbooker-prod-blog-backup.s3.amazonaws.com\/blog\/media\/2023\/05\/14133657\/Salmon.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/fishingbooker-prod-blog-backup.s3.amazonaws.com\/blog\/media\/2023\/05\/14133657\/Salmon-300x225.jpg 300w, https:\/\/fishingbooker-prod-blog-backup.s3.amazonaws.com\/blog\/media\/2023\/05\/14133657\/Salmon-768x576.jpg 768w, https:\/\/fishingbooker-prod-blog-backup.s3.amazonaws.com\/blog\/media\/2023\/05\/14133657\/Salmon-150x113.jpg 150w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px\" \/><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\">Photo taken by Fowl Dawgs LLC<\/figcaption><\/figure><\/div><ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><strong>Salmon.<\/strong> <a href=\"https:\/\/fishingbooker.com\/fish\/salmon-coho\/us\/WI?utm_source=fishingbooker&amp;utm_medium=blog&amp;utm_campaign=post_content_link&amp;utm_term=32261\">Coho Salmon<\/a> and <a href=\"https:\/\/fishingbooker.com\/fish\/salmon-chinook\/us\/WI?utm_source=fishingbooker&amp;utm_medium=blog&amp;utm_campaign=post_content_link&amp;utm_term=32261\">Chinook Salmon<\/a> can be found in numerous lakes across the state, along with Pink and Kokanee varieties. Besides quantity, you can expect good-quality catches as well. Don&#8217;t be surprised if a massive King appears at the end of your fishing line. The Coco and Chinook state records come from Lake Michigan, so that&#8217;s a good starting point for Salmon fishing when you&#8217;re in Wisconsin.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Bass.<\/strong> Largemouth and <a href=\"https:\/\/fishingbooker.com\/fish\/bass-smallmouth\/us\/WI?utm_source=fishingbooker&amp;utm_medium=blog&amp;utm_campaign=post_content_link&amp;utm_term=32261\">Smallmouth Bass <\/a>are prevalent members of the Bass family living in Wisconsin&#8217;s waters. You can find them in the drainage basins of Lake Michigan, the Mississippi River, and Lake Superior. The best lake fishing occurs just after the spawning season <strong>near the end of June and again in fall.<\/strong>  To increase your chances of landing brag-worthy Bass, hit the water in the early morning or late evening.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Catfish. <\/strong>Catfish fishing in Wisconsin entails battling two big names &ndash; Flathead and Channel Catfish.   Both frequent the Mississippi River, Lake Winnebago, and the Fox Rivers. However, Channel Catfish are more widespread and inhabit more water systems than Flatheads. They&#8217;re also more abundant. Fishing is considered superb at night as Catfish are nocturnal beings. <\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Sturgeon. <\/strong>These bottom-dwelling giants inspire admiration. As a rare species, Lake Sturgeon enjoy special preservation treatment. You can still try your luck at landing these behemoths in the Menominee and St. Croix Rivers, or Lakes Winnebago and Wisconsin, just make sure you respect all the rules and regulations and return the fish to the water.<\/li>\n<\/ul><p>The list of Wisconsin&#8217;s top catches doesn&#8217;t end with these VIPs. Lakes all across the state teem with a variety of tasty <strong>Panfish<\/strong>. <strong>Yellow Perch<\/strong> is the most sought-after target here, along with <strong>Crappie, Bluegill<\/strong>, and <strong>Pumpkinseed.<\/strong> Catching Panfish is especially exciting for the little ones. Long story short, there&#8217;s a fish for every taste and type of angler.<\/p><div class='reviews-fetcher-container' data-destination-id='708' data-destination-title='Wisconsin' data-category-title='' data-category='' data-category-id='' data-trigger='reviews-fetcher' data-viewport-event='view_reviews_fetcher' data-action='In viewport' data-viewport-category='Reviews' data-label=''>\n                    <h3>What anglers said about fishing in Wisconsin<\/h3>\n                <\/div>\n\n\n\n<\/p><h2 id=\"when-to-go-fishing-in-wisconsin\">When to Go Fishing in Wisconsin<\/h2><p><\/p><p>At the start, we let you know that fishing in Wisconsin is a year-round adventure. So, what else could we possibly add? Well, a lot actually. You see, while you won&#8217;t ever return home empty-handed, your odds of ending up with a trophy fish are better if you align your trip with the peak season of your target. <\/p><p>For that reason, we&#8217;ve outlined the availability of Wisconsin&#8217;s top catches below. Here&#8217;s a month-by-month overview of <a href=\"https:\/\/fishingbooker.com\/blog\/fishing-seasons-in-wisconsin-the-complete-guide\/\">Wisconsin&#8217;s fishing seasons<\/a> and species:<\/p><table class=\"table table-bordered table-hover\">\n   <thead>\n      <tr>\n         <th>Species<\/th>\n         <th>Jan<\/th>\n         <th>Feb<\/th>\n         <th>Mar<\/th>\n         <th>Apr<\/th>\n         <th>May<\/th>\n         <th>Jun<\/th>\n         <th>Jul<\/th>\n         <th>Aug<\/th>\n         <th>Sep<\/th>\n         <th>Oct<\/th>\n         <th>Nov<\/th>\n         <th>Dec<\/th>\n      <\/tr>\n   <\/thead>\n   <tbody>\n      <tr>\n         <td><strong>Bass<\/strong><\/td>\n         <td>Weak<\/td>\n         <td>Weak<\/td>\n         <td>Fair<\/td>\n         <td>Good<\/td>\n         <td>Great<\/td>\n         <td>Great<\/td>\n         <td>Great<\/td>\n         <td>Great<\/td>\n         <td>Good<\/td>\n         <td>Fair<\/td>\n         <td>Weak<\/td>\n         <td>Weak<\/td>\n\n      <\/tr>\n      <tr>\n         <td><strong>Brown Trout<\/strong><\/td>\n         <td>Fair<\/td>\n         <td>Fair<\/td>\n         <td>Fair<\/td>\n         <td>Good<\/td>\n         <td>Good<\/td>\n         <td>Good<\/td>\n         <td>Great<\/td>\n         <td>Great<\/td>\n         <td>Great<\/td>\n         <td>Good<\/td>\n         <td>Fair<\/td>\n         <td>Fair<\/td>\n      <\/tr>\n      <tr>\n         <td><strong>Muskellunge<\/strong><\/td>\n         <td>Fair<\/td>\n         <td>Fair<\/td>\n         <td>Fair<\/td>\n         <td>Good<\/td>\n         <td>Good<\/td>\n         <td>Good<\/td>\n         <td>Great<\/td>\n         <td>Great<\/td>\n         <td>Great<\/td>\n         <td>Great<\/td>\n         <td>Good<\/td>\n         <td>Fair<\/td>\n      <\/tr>\n      <tr>\n         <td><strong>Yellow Perch<\/strong><\/td>\n         <td>Good<\/td>\n         <td>Good<\/td>\n         <td>Great<\/td>\n         <td>Good<\/td>\n         <td>Good<\/td>\n         <td>Good<\/td>\n         <td>Good<\/td>\n         <td>Good<\/td>\n         <td>Good<\/td>\n         <td>Good<\/td>\n         <td>Good<\/td>\n         <td>Good<\/td>\n      <\/tr>\n      <tr>\n         <td><strong>Northern Pike<\/strong><\/td>\n         <td>Fair<\/td>\n         <td>Fair<\/td>\n         <td>Fair<\/td>\n         <td>Good<\/td>\n         <td>Great<\/td>\n         <td>Great<\/td>\n         <td>Good<\/td>\n         <td>Fair<\/td>\n         <td>Fair<\/td>\n         <td>Fair<\/td>\n         <td>Fair<\/td>\n         <td>Fair<\/td>\n      <\/tr>\n\t  <tr>\n         <td><strong>Rainbow Trout<\/strong><\/td>\n         <td>Good<\/td>\n         <td>Good<\/td>\n         <td>Good<\/td>\n         <td>Good<\/td>\n         <td>Fair<\/td>\n         <td>Fair<\/td>\n         <td>Fair<\/td>\n         <td>Fair<\/td>\n         <td>Good<\/td>\n         <td>Great<\/td>\n         <td>Great<\/td>\n         <td>Good<\/td>\n      <\/tr>\n      <tr>\n         <td><strong>Chinook Salmon<\/strong><\/td>\n         <td>Weak<\/td>\n         <td>Weak<\/td>\n         <td>Weak<\/td>\n         <td>Great<\/td>\n         <td>Great<\/td>\n         <td>Great<\/td>\n         <td>Good<\/td>\n         <td>Fair<\/td>\n         <td>Weak<\/td>\n         <td>Weak<\/td>\n         <td>Weak<\/td>\n         <td>Weak<\/td>\n      <\/tr>\n      <tr>\n         <td><strong>Coho Salmon<\/strong><\/td>\n         <td>Weak<\/td>\n         <td>Weak<\/td>\n         <td>Weak<\/td>\n         <td>Great<\/td>\n         <td>Great<\/td>\n         <td>Great<\/td>\n         <td>Fair<\/td>\n         <td>Fair<\/td>\n         <td>Weak<\/td>\n         <td>Weak<\/td>\n         <td>Weak<\/td>\n         <td>Weak<\/td>\n      <\/tr>\n      <tr>\n         <td><strong>Walleye<\/strong><\/td>\n         <td>Fair<\/td>\n         <td>Fair<\/td>\n         <td>Fair<\/td>\n         <td>Good<\/td>\n         <td>Great<\/td>\n         <td>Great<\/td>\n         <td>Good<\/td>\n         <td>Fair<\/td>\n         <td>Fair<\/td>\n         <td>Fair<\/td>\n         <td>Fair<\/td>\n         <td>Fair<\/td>\n      <\/tr>\n   <\/tbody>\n<\/table><h2 id=\"wisconsin-fishing-spots\"><br>Wisconsin Fishing Spots<\/h2><p><\/p><p>Whatever fishing experience you&#8217;re hoping to get, there are many amazing places to explore in Wisconsin with not one, but two Great Lakes at your disposal. Finding a spot to hit is easier than you&#8217;d think, with over 15,000 lakes at your fingertips. Whether it&#8217;s ice fishing for Walleye or a summer hunt for Musky, you&#8217;ll have a generous selection of hotspots to consider.&nbsp;Here are the best:<\/p><div class=\"wp-block-create-block-wp-image-link-list-block\"><div class=\"custom-row\"><div class=\"custom-col\"><a class=\"image-link\" href=\"https:\/\/fishingbooker.com\/destinations\/region\/us\/lake-superior?utm_source=fishingbooker&amp;utm_medium=blog&amp;utm_campaign=post_content_link&amp;utm_term=32261\" style=\"background-image:linear-gradient(rgba(0, 0, 0, 0.3), rgba(0, 0, 0, 0.3)), url(https:\/\/fishingbooker-prod-blog-backup.s3.amazonaws.com\/blog\/media\/2023\/05\/14133650\/Lake-Superior.jpg)\"><span class=\"image-title\">Lake Superior Fishing<\/span><\/a><\/div><div class=\"custom-col\"><a class=\"image-link\" href=\"https:\/\/fishingbooker.com\/destinations\/region\/us\/lake-michigan?utm_source=fishingbooker&amp;utm_medium=blog&amp;utm_campaign=post_content_link&amp;utm_term=32261\" style=\"background-image:linear-gradient(rgba(0, 0, 0, 0.3), rgba(0, 0, 0, 0.3)), url(https:\/\/fishingbooker-prod-blog-backup.s3.amazonaws.com\/blog\/media\/2023\/05\/14133650\/Lake-Michigan.jpg)\"><span class=\"image-title\">Lake Michigan Fishing<\/span><\/a><\/div><div class=\"custom-col\"><a class=\"image-link\" href=\"https:\/\/fishingbooker.com\/blog\/lake-winnebago-fishing\/\" style=\"background-image:linear-gradient(rgba(0, 0, 0, 0.3), rgba(0, 0, 0, 0.3)), url(https:\/\/fishingbooker-prod-blog-backup.s3.amazonaws.com\/blog\/media\/2023\/05\/14133649\/Lake-Winnebago-Aerial.jpg)\"><span class=\"image-title\">Lake Winnebago Fishing<\/span><\/a><\/div><\/div><\/div><div class=\"wp-block-create-block-wp-image-link-list-block\"><div class=\"custom-row\"><div class=\"custom-col\"><a class=\"image-link\" href=\"https:\/\/fishingbooker.com\/destinations\/region\/us\/mississippi-river?utm_source=fishingbooker&amp;utm_medium=blog&amp;utm_campaign=post_content_link&amp;utm_term=32261\" style=\"background-image:linear-gradient(rgba(0, 0, 0, 0.3), rgba(0, 0, 0, 0.3)), url(https:\/\/fishingbooker-prod-blog-backup.s3.amazonaws.com\/blog\/media\/2023\/05\/14133649\/Mississippi-River-Fishing.jpeg)\"><span class=\"image-title\">Mississippi River Fishing<\/span><\/a><\/div><div class=\"custom-col\"><a class=\"image-link\" href=\"https:\/\/fishingbooker.com\/blog\/green-lake-fishing\/\" style=\"background-image:linear-gradient(rgba(0, 0, 0, 0.3), rgba(0, 0, 0, 0.3)), url(https:\/\/fishingbooker-prod-blog-backup.s3.amazonaws.com\/blog\/media\/2023\/05\/14133648\/Green-Lake-fishing-1.jpg)\"><span class=\"image-title\">Green Lake Fishing<\/span><\/a><\/div><div class=\"custom-col\"><a class=\"image-link\" href=\"https:\/\/fishingbooker.com\/blog\/fox-river-fishing\/\" style=\"background-image:linear-gradient(rgba(0, 0, 0, 0.3), rgba(0, 0, 0, 0.3)), url(https:\/\/fishingbooker-prod-blog-backup.s3.amazonaws.com\/blog\/media\/2023\/05\/14133648\/The-Fox-River.jpeg)\"><span class=\"image-title\">Fox River Fishing<\/span><\/a><\/div><\/div><\/div><div class=\"wp-block-create-block-wp-image-link-list-block\"><div class=\"custom-row\"><div class=\"custom-col\"><a class=\"image-link\" href=\"https:\/\/fishingbooker.com\/blog\/milwaukee-fishing\/\" style=\"background-image:linear-gradient(rgba(0, 0, 0, 0.3), rgba(0, 0, 0, 0.3)), url(https:\/\/fishingbooker-prod-blog-backup.s3.amazonaws.com\/blog\/media\/2023\/05\/14133647\/Milwaukee-Skyline-dusk.jpg)\"><span class=\"image-title\">Fishing in Milwaukee<\/span><\/a><\/div><div class=\"custom-col\"><a class=\"image-link\" href=\"https:\/\/fishingbooker.com\/blog\/sheboygan-fishing\/\" style=\"background-image:linear-gradient(rgba(0, 0, 0, 0.3), rgba(0, 0, 0, 0.3)), url(https:\/\/fishingbooker-prod-blog-backup.s3.amazonaws.com\/blog\/media\/2023\/05\/14133647\/Sheboygan-.jpg)\"><span class=\"image-title\">Fishing in Sheboygan<\/span><\/a><\/div><div class=\"custom-col\"><a class=\"image-link\" href=\"https:\/\/fishingbooker.com\/blog\/port-washington-fishing\/\" style=\"background-image:linear-gradient(rgba(0, 0, 0, 0.3), rgba(0, 0, 0, 0.3)), url(https:\/\/fishingbooker-prod-blog-backup.s3.amazonaws.com\/blog\/media\/2023\/05\/14133646\/Port-Washington.jpg)\"><span class=\"image-title\">Fishing in Port Washington<\/span><\/a><\/div><\/div><\/div><p>These are the unsurpassed fisheries in Wisconsin, so they&#8217;re very famous and everyone will want to explore them. But, in case you want to get away from the crowds and feel adventurous, take a look at these locations that are slightly off the beaten track:<\/p><div class=\"wp-block-columns is-layout-flex wp-container-core-columns-is-layout-9d6595d7 wp-block-columns-is-layout-flex\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-column is-layout-flow wp-block-column-is-layout-flow\">\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/fishingbooker.com\/destinations\/location\/us\/WI\/racine?utm_source=fishingbooker&amp;utm_medium=blog&amp;utm_campaign=post_content_link&amp;utm_term=32261\"><strong>Racine Fishing<\/strong><\/a><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/fishingbooker.com\/destinations\/location\/us\/WI\/oshkosh?utm_source=fishingbooker&amp;utm_medium=blog&amp;utm_campaign=post_content_link&amp;utm_term=32261\"><strong>Oshkosh Fishing<\/strong><\/a><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/fishingbooker.com\/destinations\/location\/us\/WI\/oak-creek?utm_source=fishingbooker&amp;utm_medium=blog&amp;utm_campaign=post_content_link&amp;utm_term=32261\"><strong>Oak Creek<\/strong> <strong>Fishing<\/strong><\/a><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/fishingbooker.com\/destinations\/location\/us\/WI\/kewaunee?utm_source=fishingbooker&amp;utm_medium=blog&amp;utm_campaign=post_content_link&amp;utm_term=32261\"><strong>Kewaunee<\/strong> <strong>Fishing<\/strong><\/a><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-column is-layout-flow wp-block-column-is-layout-flow\">\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/fishingbooker.com\/blog\/minocqua-fishing-techniques\/\"><strong>Minocqua<\/strong> <strong>Fishing<\/strong><\/a><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/fishingbooker.com\/destinations\/location\/us\/WI\/kenosha?utm_source=fishingbooker&amp;utm_medium=blog&amp;utm_campaign=post_content_link&amp;utm_term=32261\"><strong>Kenosha<\/strong> <strong>Fishing<\/strong><\/a><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/fishingbooker.com\/destinations\/location\/us\/WI\/de-pere?utm_source=fishingbooker&amp;utm_medium=blog&amp;utm_campaign=post_content_link&amp;utm_term=32261\"><strong>De Pere<\/strong>&nbsp;<strong>Fishing<\/strong><\/a><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/fishingbooker.com\/destinations\/location\/us\/WI\/manitowoc?utm_source=fishingbooker&amp;utm_medium=blog&amp;utm_campaign=post_content_link&amp;utm_term=32261\"><strong>Manitowoc<\/strong> <strong>Fishing<\/strong><\/a><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-column is-layout-flow wp-block-column-is-layout-flow\">\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/fishingbooker.com\/destinations\/location\/us\/WI\/algoma?utm_source=fishingbooker&amp;utm_medium=blog&amp;utm_campaign=post_content_link&amp;utm_term=32261\"><strong>Algoma<\/strong> <strong>Fishing<\/strong><\/a><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/fishingbooker.com\/destinations\/location\/us\/WI\/sturgeon-bay?utm_source=fishingbooker&amp;utm_medium=blog&amp;utm_campaign=post_content_link&amp;utm_term=32261\"><strong>Sturgeon Bay<\/strong> <strong>Fishing<\/strong><\/a><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/fishingbooker.com\/destinations\/location\/us\/WI\/two-rivers?utm_source=fishingbooker&amp;utm_medium=blog&amp;utm_campaign=post_content_link&amp;utm_term=32261\"><strong>Two Rivers<\/strong>&nbsp;<strong>Fishing<\/strong><\/a><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/fishingbooker.com\/destinations\/location\/us\/WI\/brussels?utm_source=fishingbooker&amp;utm_medium=blog&amp;utm_campaign=post_content_link&amp;utm_term=32261\"><strong>Brussels<\/strong> <strong>Fishing<\/strong><\/a><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/div>\n<\/div><h2 id=\"how-to-go-fishing-in-wisconsin\"><br>How to Go Fishing in Wisconsin<\/h2><p><\/p><p>Fishing in Wisconsin can be done in so many ways. What you pick comes down to what makes you tick.  You can also try various techniques depending on where and when you&#8217;re planning to fish. We&#8217;ll suggest the most popular types of fishing below and you can decide which approach to apply.<\/p><div class=\"wp-block-create-block-wp-image-link-list-block\"><div class=\"custom-row\"><div class=\"custom-col\"><a class=\"image-link\" href=\"https:\/\/fishingbooker.com\/destinations\/state\/us\/WI?utm_source=fishingbooker&amp;utm_medium=blog&amp;utm_campaign=post_content_link&amp;utm_term=32261\" style=\"background-image:linear-gradient(rgba(0, 0, 0, 0.3), rgba(0, 0, 0, 0.3)), url(https:\/\/fishingbooker-prod-blog-backup.s3.amazonaws.com\/blog\/media\/2023\/05\/14133645\/Charter-fishing.jpg)\"><span class=\"image-title\">Charter Fishing in Wisconsin<\/span><\/a><\/div><div class=\"custom-col\"><a class=\"image-link\" href=\"https:\/\/fishingbooker.com\/charters\/search\/us\/WI\/?search_location=u0026booking_date%3Du0026booking_days%3D1u0026booking_persons%3D2u0026booking_children%3D0u0026orderby%3Drecommendedu0026offset%3D0u0026limit%3D15u0026fishingTechniqueFilter%5B%5D%3Dfly_fishing&amp;utm_source=fishingbooker&amp;utm_medium=blog&amp;utm_campaign=post_content_link&amp;utm_term=32261\" style=\"background-image:linear-gradient(rgba(0, 0, 0, 0.3), rgba(0, 0, 0, 0.3)), url(https:\/\/fishingbooker-prod-blog-backup.s3.amazonaws.com\/blog\/media\/2023\/05\/14133644\/Fly-Fishing.jpg)\"><span class=\"image-title\">Fly Fishing in Wisconsin<\/span><\/a><\/div><div class=\"custom-col\"><a class=\"image-link\" href=\"https:\/\/fishingbooker.com\/blog\/ice-fishing-in-wisconsin\/\" style=\"background-image:linear-gradient(rgba(0, 0, 0, 0.3), rgba(0, 0, 0, 0.3)), url(https:\/\/fishingbooker-prod-blog-backup.s3.amazonaws.com\/blog\/media\/2023\/05\/14133644\/Ice-Fishing.jpg)\"><span class=\"image-title\">Ice Fishing in Wisconsin<\/span><\/a><\/div><\/div><\/div><p><\/p><ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><strong><a href=\"https:\/\/fishingbooker.com\/destinations\/state\/us\/WI?utm_source=fishingbooker&amp;utm_medium=blog&amp;utm_campaign=post_content_link&amp;utm_term=32261\">Charter Fishing.<\/a><\/strong> Fishing in Wisconsin is much more productive if you have a local guide by your side. Teaming up with a professional charter operator born and raised in the area means that you won&#8217;t have to worry about anything apart from catching fish. They know what&#8217;s biting, where, when, and how to catch it. Plus, they can tailor a trip to your needs, from a half-day family outing to an all-day fishing bonanza.&nbsp;<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong><a href=\"https:\/\/fishingbooker.com\/charters\/search\/us\/WI\/?search_location&amp;booking_date&amp;booking_days=1&amp;booking_persons=2&amp;booking_children=0&amp;orderby=recommended&amp;offset=0&amp;limit=15&amp;fishingTechniqueFilter%5B0%5D=fly_fishing&amp;utm_source=fishingbooker&amp;utm_medium=blog&amp;utm_campaign=post_content_link&amp;utm_term=32261\">Fly Fishing.<\/a><\/strong> Wisconsin is a dream come true for fly fishing enthusiasts. There are miles and miles of prolific Trout streams with cold and clear waters waiting just for you. Outstanding professional Trout fishing can be done in Castle Rock Creek, one of the most challenging spots in Wisconsin. Less experienced anglers can head to the Big Green River. First-class fly fishing is also possible on the Kinnickinnic River and the St. Croix headwaters in Solon Springs. <\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong><a href=\"https:\/\/fishingbooker.com\/technique\/ice-fishing\/us\/WI?utm_source=fishingbooker&amp;utm_medium=blog&amp;utm_campaign=post_content_link&amp;utm_term=32261\">Ice Fishing.<\/a><\/strong> Once winter is in full swing, the lakes become dotted with ice shanties and passionate ice fishing anglers. <a href=\"https:\/\/fishingbooker.com\/blog\/ice-fishing-in-wisconsin\/\">Ice fishing in Wisconsin<\/a> is almost like a religion. If you&#8217;re up for an adventure on a bigger lake, nothing beats Green Bay and Lake Winnebago. You can also check out Boom Lake or one of the state&#8217;s smaller lakes. It&#8217;s important to not head out on the ice, however, alone since the conditions can be unpredictable.<\/li>\n<\/ul><h3 id=\"and-more\">&hellip; And More!<\/h3><p>While charter, fly, and ice fishing are the most commonly used approaches, you aren&#8217;t limited to just these when fishing in Wisconsin. You can conquer its fisheries from <strong>the<\/strong> <strong>shore or a pier <\/strong>as well<strong>. <\/strong>And let&#8217;s not forget about<strong> kayak fishing<\/strong> either! All in all, Wisconsin is an angling playground, so feel free to experiment and see what works for you.<\/p><p><\/p><h2 id=\"wisconsin-fishing-trips\">Wisconsin Fishing Trips<\/h2><p><\/p><p>There isn&#8217;t a more reliable and efficient way of angling than with a licensed <a href=\"https:\/\/fishingbooker.com\/destinations\/state\/us\/WI?utm_source=fishingbooker&amp;utm_medium=blog&amp;utm_campaign=post_content_link&amp;utm_term=32261\">charter operator.<\/a> Not only will you get first-class service but you&#8217;ll also have an impressive number of fishing trips at your disposal. You can choose <strong>anything from a 3-hour beginner trip to a 10-hour customized adventure<\/strong>. So, reach out to a local guide and agree on how to go about your adventure. Meanwhile, here are some standard options to get you going.<\/p><div class='featured-charters-container' data-trigger='featured-charters' data-destination-id='708' data-destination-title='Wisconsin' data-perpage='4' data-currency='USD'data-filter-field=''data-filter-value=''data-headline='Top Fishing Charters in Wisconsin'data-add-type='m'><\/div>\n\n\n\n<\/p><p><\/p><p><strong>Full day trips<\/strong> give you more time and flexibility to move around, check out distant locations, and target more fish species. Apart from regular 8-hour outings, you can also opt for extended trips, as well. More time on the water increases your odds of landing that trophy catch!<\/p><p>If you&#8217;re looking for something more authentic, <strong>ice fishing trips<\/strong> will leave you speechless. Nothing screams winter fishing more than an ice fishing trip in Wisconsin. After all, Wisconsin keeps being voted one of the best states in the country for winter fishing over and over again. <\/p><p><\/p><h2 id=\"wisconsin-fishing-regulations\">Wisconsin Fishing Regulations<\/h2><p><\/p><figure class=\"wp-block-image size-full is-style-default\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1024\" height=\"768\" src=\"https:\/\/fishingbooker-prod-blog-backup.s3.amazonaws.com\/blog\/media\/2023\/05\/14133641\/Wisconsin-Fishing-Regulations-Inforgraphic.jpg\" alt='An infographic featuring the state flag of Wisconsin and text that says \"Wisconsin Fishing Regulations What You Need to Know\" on a dark blue background along with the FishingBooker logo' class=\"wp-image-50558\" srcset=\"https:\/\/fishingbooker-prod-blog-backup.s3.amazonaws.com\/blog\/media\/2023\/05\/14133641\/Wisconsin-Fishing-Regulations-Inforgraphic.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/fishingbooker-prod-blog-backup.s3.amazonaws.com\/blog\/media\/2023\/05\/14133641\/Wisconsin-Fishing-Regulations-Inforgraphic-300x225.jpg 300w, https:\/\/fishingbooker-prod-blog-backup.s3.amazonaws.com\/blog\/media\/2023\/05\/14133641\/Wisconsin-Fishing-Regulations-Inforgraphic-768x576.jpg 768w, https:\/\/fishingbooker-prod-blog-backup.s3.amazonaws.com\/blog\/media\/2023\/05\/14133641\/Wisconsin-Fishing-Regulations-Inforgraphic-150x113.jpg 150w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px\" \/><\/figure><p>Every angler over the age of 16 needs to possess a valid Wisconsin <strong>fishing license<\/strong> before they can head out to fish. This applies to both residents and visitors, although the fees and the type of licenses may differ. There are several options to choose from and everything you need is outlined in our <a href=\"https:\/\/fishingbooker.com\/blog\/wisconsin-fishing-license\/\">Wisconsin fishing license guide. <\/a><\/p><p>Besides all the necessary permits, you should familiarize yourself with the local regulations. These include <strong>bag, size, and season limits<\/strong> as well as additional <strong>stamps<\/strong> (e.g. Inland Trout Stamp). So, make sure to check the latest rules and regulations on the Wisconsin Department of Natural Resources (DNR) website.<\/p>    <h2 id=\"wisconsin-fishing-faqs\">Wisconsin Fishing FAQs<\/h2>\n<div id=\"fbgb-faq-69e6a8e850323\" class=\"fbgb-faq-block aligncenter fbgb-faq-style-accordion\">\n    <div class=\"fbgb-faq-container\">\n                    <div class=\"fbgb-faq-item \" data-faq-item=\"0\">\n                <div class=\"fbgb-faq-question\" \n                     role=\"button\" \n                     tabindex=\"0\" \n                     aria-expanded=\"false\"\n                     aria-controls=\"fbgb-faq-69e6a8e850323-item-0\">\n                    <span class=\"fbgb-faq-question-text\">How much is a fishing license in Wisconsin?<\/span>\n                    <span class=\"fbgb-faq-icon\">\n                        <svg viewBox=\"0 0 24 24\" xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" width=\"32\" height=\"32\" aria-hidden=\"true\"><path d=\"M6.5 12.4L12 8l5.5 4.4-.9 1.2L12 10l-4.5 3.6-1-1.2z\"><\/path><\/svg>\n                    <\/span>\n                <\/div>\n                <div id=\"fbgb-faq-69e6a8e850323-item-0\" \n                     class=\"fbgb-faq-answer \"\n                     aria-hidden=\"true\">\n                    <div class=\"fbgb-faq-answer-content\">\n                        <p>The cost of Wisconsin fishing licenses varies depending on the length of your fishing trip, the purpose, and your residency status. It may cost anywhere between $5 (e.g. First-Time Resident Buyer License) and $65 (e.g. Annual Non-Resident Family License). Visit the DNR pricelist page for more information.<\/p>\n                    <\/div>\n                <\/div>\n            <\/div>\n                    <div class=\"fbgb-faq-item \" data-faq-item=\"1\">\n                <div class=\"fbgb-faq-question\" \n                     role=\"button\" \n                     tabindex=\"0\" \n                     aria-expanded=\"false\"\n                     aria-controls=\"fbgb-faq-69e6a8e850323-item-1\">\n                    <span class=\"fbgb-faq-question-text\">Do I need a separate license for ice fishing?<\/span>\n                    <span class=\"fbgb-faq-icon\">\n                        <svg viewBox=\"0 0 24 24\" xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" width=\"32\" height=\"32\" aria-hidden=\"true\"><path d=\"M6.5 12.4L12 8l5.5 4.4-.9 1.2L12 10l-4.5 3.6-1-1.2z\"><\/path><\/svg>\n                    <\/span>\n                <\/div>\n                <div id=\"fbgb-faq-69e6a8e850323-item-1\" \n                     class=\"fbgb-faq-answer \"\n                     aria-hidden=\"true\">\n                    <div class=\"fbgb-faq-answer-content\">\n                        <p>Be it winter or summer, you must buy a fishing license if you plan to wet your line in Wisconsin\u2019s waters. But you don\u2019t need a separate permit for ice fishing. Regular freshwater fishing licenses are enough.<\/p>\n                    <\/div>\n                <\/div>\n            <\/div>\n                    <div class=\"fbgb-faq-item \" data-faq-item=\"2\">\n                <div class=\"fbgb-faq-question\" \n                     role=\"button\" \n                     tabindex=\"0\" \n                     aria-expanded=\"false\"\n                     aria-controls=\"fbgb-faq-69e6a8e850323-item-2\">\n                    <span class=\"fbgb-faq-question-text\">When does the ice fishing season in Wisconsin start and end?<\/span>\n                    <span class=\"fbgb-faq-icon\">\n                        <svg viewBox=\"0 0 24 24\" xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" width=\"32\" height=\"32\" aria-hidden=\"true\"><path d=\"M6.5 12.4L12 8l5.5 4.4-.9 1.2L12 10l-4.5 3.6-1-1.2z\"><\/path><\/svg>\n                    <\/span>\n                <\/div>\n                <div id=\"fbgb-faq-69e6a8e850323-item-2\" \n                     class=\"fbgb-faq-answer \"\n                     aria-hidden=\"true\">\n                    <div class=\"fbgb-faq-answer-content\">\n                        <p>Each year is different and there isn\u2019t a single time frame for the ice fishing season. The main indicator is the thickness of the ice and how safe it is to ice fish on a frozen lake. However, it might help you to know that the season usually starts in late December and ends in March when the snow begins to melt.<\/p>\n                    <\/div>\n                <\/div>\n            <\/div>\n                    <div class=\"fbgb-faq-item \" data-faq-item=\"3\">\n                <div class=\"fbgb-faq-question\" \n                     role=\"button\" \n                     tabindex=\"0\" \n                     aria-expanded=\"false\"\n                     aria-controls=\"fbgb-faq-69e6a8e850323-item-3\">\n                    <span class=\"fbgb-faq-question-text\">When is the free fishing weekend in Wisconsin?<\/span>\n                    <span class=\"fbgb-faq-icon\">\n                        <svg viewBox=\"0 0 24 24\" xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" width=\"32\" height=\"32\" aria-hidden=\"true\"><path d=\"M6.5 12.4L12 8l5.5 4.4-.9 1.2L12 10l-4.5 3.6-1-1.2z\"><\/path><\/svg>\n                    <\/span>\n                <\/div>\n                <div id=\"fbgb-faq-69e6a8e850323-item-3\" \n                     class=\"fbgb-faq-answer \"\n                     aria-hidden=\"true\">\n                    <div class=\"fbgb-faq-answer-content\">\n                        <p>Wisconsin\u2019s free fishing weekend is normally in June but the days may differ from year to year. To always be on top of the exact dates monitor the DNR\u2019s specific page.<\/p>\n                    <\/div>\n                <\/div>\n            <\/div>\n                    <div class=\"fbgb-faq-item \" data-faq-item=\"4\">\n                <div class=\"fbgb-faq-question\" \n                     role=\"button\" \n                     tabindex=\"0\" \n                     aria-expanded=\"false\"\n                     aria-controls=\"fbgb-faq-69e6a8e850323-item-4\">\n                    <span class=\"fbgb-faq-question-text\">What should I bring on my Wisconsin fishing trip?<\/span>\n                    <span class=\"fbgb-faq-icon\">\n                        <svg viewBox=\"0 0 24 24\" xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" width=\"32\" height=\"32\" aria-hidden=\"true\"><path d=\"M6.5 12.4L12 8l5.5 4.4-.9 1.2L12 10l-4.5 3.6-1-1.2z\"><\/path><\/svg>\n                    <\/span>\n                <\/div>\n                <div id=\"fbgb-faq-69e6a8e850323-item-4\" \n                     class=\"fbgb-faq-answer \"\n                     aria-hidden=\"true\">\n                    <div class=\"fbgb-faq-answer-content\">\n                        <p>Apart from your fishing license, bring food and refreshments for your Wisconsin fishing trip. 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