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Wisconsin Hunting & Fishing

533 guides, outfitters, and charters in Wisconsin.

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Hunting & Fishing in Wisconsin

Wisconsin represents the Midwest's premier hunting and fishing destination, famous for exceptional whitetail deer hunting and world-class walleye and northern pike fishing opportunities. The state's diverse landscape of forests, lakes, rivers, and agricultural lands creates ideal habitat for multiple game species while maintaining strong hunter and angler success rates. Professional hunting guides in Wisconsin bring generations of regional knowledge regarding deer behavior, seasonal patterns, and techniques refined over more than a century of organized hunting. Wisconsin fishing charters operate on both inland lakes and Green Bay waters, providing diverse opportunities from shallow walleye basins to deep-water structure fishing. The state's strong conservation ethic and well-managed public lands system create sustainable hunting and fishing that represents the best of Midwest outdoor traditions.

Top Hunting & Fishing Regions

Green Bay

Massive water system offering walleye, northern pike, and yellow perch fishing with established charter fleets.

Oneida Lake

Premier walleye destination in northern Wisconsin with numerous guides specializing in traditional and modern techniques.

Northern Forest Region

Vast forested area providing excellent deer hunting with outfitters operating traditional hunting camps.

Wisconsin River

Scenic river offering smallmouth bass and muskie fishing with guides experienced in current management strategies.

Tips for Hunting in Wisconsin

  • Book Wisconsin hunts during the November peak deer season well in advance, as popular outfitters fill quickly.
  • Understand Wisconsin Department of Natural Resources licensing requirements, including separate tags for different hunting methods.
  • Plan fishing trips during spring and fall transitions when walleye bite most aggressively and consistently.
  • Consider combining deer hunting with turkey season opportunities available in spring and fall.

Did you know? Wisconsin's firearm deer season annually attracts over 500,000 hunters, generating approximately $1 billion in economic activity for the state.

Season Dates

Wisconsin Deer Archery Opens

WI archery deer season opens.

2026-09-12

Events & Expos

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Wisconsin Hunter Education Course

Online via hunter-ed.com, ilearntohunt.com, recademics.com. Bowhunter ed online $30 + $10 DNR fee. Trapper ed also available.

2026-03-14 · Wisconsin
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Wisconsin Trapper Education Course

Available via traditional class, mail correspondence, or web-based online course through WI DNR.

2026-09-05 · Wisconsin

Species in Wisconsin

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533 guides, outfitters, charters, and outdoor businesses across Wisconsin.

Guide & Outfitter listings in Wisconsin (186)

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Boats & Vehicles listings in Wisconsin (113)

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Fishing Charter listings in Wisconsin (57)

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Retailer listings in Wisconsin (49)

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Gun Dog Trainer listings in Wisconsin (41)

View all 41 gun dog trainer listings in Wisconsin

Taxidermy listings in Wisconsin (35)

Shooting Range listings in Wisconsin (27)

Accommodation listings in Wisconsin (4)

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