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Wisconsin's Driftless Area is one of the finest brown trout fisheries in America. Hundreds of spring-fed streams hold wild, reproducing brown trout. Lake Michigan tributaries see trophy-size spawning runs. The state record came from Lake Michigan in 2021.
Wisconsin’s Driftless Area is one of the finest brown trout fisheries in America. Hundreds of spring-fed streams hold wild, reproducing brown trout. Lake Michigan tributaries see trophy-size spawning runs. The state record came from Lake Michigan in 2021.
Driftless Area streams have specific regulations by category. Lake Michigan has separate size and bag limits.
Find lakes, guides, and bait shops for your next brown trout fishing trip in Wisconsin.
Explore Lakes Find a Guide Bait & TackleRegulations shown are statewide defaults. Some waters have special regulations — always check the current Wisconsin DNR regulations before fishing. A Wisconsin fishing license is required for ages 16+.