Big Rib River

Lincoln County, Wisconsin — WBIC 1451800

Class II

Stream Classification

Class II — Some natural reproduction, supplemented by stocking

6.66

Miles

2

Fish Species

0

Access Points

6

Local Guides

Map & Directions

Fish Species

Species found in Big Rib River.

Brook Trout Brown Trout

Fishing Guides Near Big Rib River

Brad's Guide Service

(715) 297-0977

Classical Angler Fly Fishing and Guide Service

Fly Fishing Guide

(414) 331-9102

Driftless Fly Fishing Company

Fly Fishing Guide

(507) 327-4276

Driftless Specialties Fly Fishing

Fly Fishing Guide

(608) 206-1432

Fly Fishing River Chalet, Fly Shop, Guides, Schools, & Kayaks!

Fly Fishing Guide

Fontinalis Fly Fishing

Fly Fishing Guide

(715) 210-4972

Lakes in Lincoln County

Ackerman Lake

Alexander Lake

Ament Lake

Anient Lake

Other Trout Streams in Lincoln County

Armstrong Creek

Class I 5.77 mi

Averill Creek

Class II 8.65 mi

Barnes Creek

Class II 8.25 mi

Big Hay Meadow Creek

Class II 23.3 mi

Big Pine Creek

Class I 14.78 mi

Black Alder Creek

Class I 6.01 mi

Plan Your Trip to Big Rib River

Weather forecast — check conditions before you go
Review Wisconsin trout stream regulations for season dates and limits
A Wisconsin fishing license with a trout stamp is required — buy online at GoWild

Data sourced from Wisconsin DNR Division of Fish and Wildlife. Last verified: March 19, 2026. Learn how we maintain this data.