Wisconsin DNR reported stocking over 5 million fish in state waters in 2024, aiding ecosystems and fishing traditions.

On designated inland waters, anglers can target any of Wisconsin’s four inland trout species from Jan. 6 through May 3 using artificial tackle only. Any trout caught need to be immediately released.

Wisconsin’s early catch and release Trout season does not include inland lakes, ponds or the Great Lakes. “So January 4th through May 2nd is it’s just catching release only.

Conditions are looking favorable for anglers for Wisconsin's May 4 inland fishing opener, according to the Department of Natural Resources.

The Wisconsin early catch-and-release trout fishing season opened Jan. 7 in much of the state, including the Driftless Area of southwestern Wisconsin.

The 2025-26 Wisconsin general inland fishing season opens May 3. And fishing is allowed year-round for many species and in many areas of the state.

Conditions are looking favorable for anglers for Wisconsin's May 4 inland fishing opener, according to the Department of Natural Resources.

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MADISON, WI (KDAL) – Last year the Wisconsin Department of Natural Resources (DNR) released over 5 million yearling and fingerling fish into inland water bodies and the bordering Great Lakes. Stocking ...

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