The 2025-2026 general inland fishing season in Wisconsin opens statewide on Saturday, May 3. Anglers aged 16 or older need a fishing license, available online, at sales locations, or DNR centers.
WAUSAU, Wis. (WSAW) - The general inland fishing season will open statewide Saturday, May 3. Wisconsin has more than 15,000 inland lakes, 42,000 miles of streams and rivers, 1,000 miles of Great Lakes ...