Enjoy a day on the ice fishing for Bass, Bluegill, Crappie, Perch, Pike, Walleye, and Musky. I also offer guided trips for Trout on a few lakes in the area. All trips are dependent on safe ice conditions.
- Trips from:US $300
Fins and Fly Adventures
Stanley: 50 min drive from BruceExcited to catch or shoot some fish? With Fins and Fly Adventures we can make that happen! From fly fishing backwater Smallmouth to bowfishing under the stars we’ve got you covered! With years of fishing experience you’re bound to have a heck
"Captain Gabe is a personable guide with great knowledge of the local waters." — Chuck,Trips from:US $300Matt Vavroch Fishing – Hayward
Hayward: 1 hr 4 min drive from BruceSpend the day with Matt Vavroch Fishing and find out what the fishing in Hayward is all about! With Captain Matt at the helm, you'll benefit from years of knowledge and experience.
"We didn’t catch many fish but did get one nice 30”Northern at the end of our half-day trip!" — Jay,Trips from:US $450Wisconsin Fisherman
Stone Lake: 50 min drive from BruceKyle is a seasoned guide here to make your fishing dreams a reality. With over two decades of experience navigating the waters of Northern Wisconsin, Kyle knows where the fish like to hide.
"Captain Kyle took us out on Lake Chetac for an amazing day of walleye, crappie and pike fishing!" — Lucas,Trips from:US $400Hayward Musky Fishing
Hayward: 1 hr 2 min drive from BruceFall Musky Fishing Trips in Hayward, Wisconsin! There is something truly special about Northern Wisconsin in the fall.
Trips from:US $300River Bluff Outdoors
Hayward: 1 hr 2 min drive from BruceWhether you're a seasoned angler or a first-time fisherman, RBO is here to make your next Northwoods adventure a memorable one. Join us for an unforgettable day of fishing some of the best waters in Northern Wisconsin.
"Even though we didn’t bring home fish, it wasn’t because we didn’t have an excellent guide with topnotch gear (and snacks)." — Sally,Trips from:US $300Northwood Flyfisher
Hayward: 1 hr 2 min drive from BruceIf you're going to cast a line in Hayward, look no further than Northwood Flyfisher. Your guide for the day is Josh, bringing along decades of local experience.
"We had some less pleasant fall weather, but Josh did a great job managing within that as best as he could and my son and i had a great time and learned alot." — Alyssa,Trips from:US $425
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Fishing in Bruce
Nestled in the heart of Rusk County, Bruce, Wisconsin, stands as a premier gateway to some of the Midwest's most diverse and rewarding freshwater fisheries. This region is celebrated for its exceptional musky, walleye, and smallmouth bass opportunities, drawing anglers seeking trophy catches and unparalleled scenic beauty. The winding Chippewa River—accessible directly from Bruce—offers prime river fishing, with deep pools and oxbows teeming with walleye, catfish, and hard-fighting smallmouth bass. Nearby, the sprawling Dairyland Flowage (Lake Flambeau) spans over 1,800 acres and is a hotspot for musky, largemouth bass, and panfish.
Beyond rivers and flowages, Bruce serves as a strategic base for exploring Rusk County's 250+ lakes, including Bruce Lake's productive waters for northern pike and largemouth bass. The region's interconnected waterways, like the Jump and Flambeau rivers, further enhance its reputation for trophy musky and walleye. For those venturing farther, Lake Michigan's world-class salmon and trout fisheries are within reach, bolstered by annual stocking of millions of fish. Whether targeting backcountry ponds or vast open waters, Bruce fishing charters unlock year-round opportunities across this aquatic haven, blending solitude and adrenaline in Wisconsin's unspoiled Northwoods.







