Make the most of your time in Eau Claire and go fishing with Forever Phishing in Western Wisconsin. With Captain Austin at the helm, you'll benefit from years of knowledge and experience.
Make the most of your time in Trempealeau and go fishing with Water And Wings Fishing. Having logged many hours on these tides, Captain Lars is prepared to put you on fish.
"Lars and Keith are such amazing captains and you can see their passion from the moment the boat takes off." — Rylie, MN
Great River Outdoors has got over 20 years of fishing and outdoor experience. Located in Onalaska, Wisconsin, it offers lake and river fishing trips. Book an open water or ice fishing trip and have a great time on Lake Petenwell or the Mississippi River.
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Make an adventure out of your next trip to Trempealeau and go fishing with Water and Wings. Your guide for the day is Captain Lars, allowing you to benefit from his years of experience on the Mississippi River.
Discover why Driftless Area fishing charters are drawn to a landscape unlike anywhere else in the Midwest. The Driftless Area spans parts of Wisconsin, Minnesota, Iowa, and Illinois, an unglaciated region of rolling hills, limestone bluffs, and cold, spring-fed creeks that stay cool and clear through the seasons—perfect for trout. These intimate spring creeks and small rivers are famed for wild Brown and Brook Trout, with Rainbows present in select waters, making this a true spring‑creek paradise for fly and light‑tackle anglers.
Year-round opportunity is a hallmark here. Stable 42–45°F spring flows keep many creeks fishable in winter, while spring brings reliable mayfly and caddis activity. Summer showcases classic terrestrial fishing with hoppers, beetles, and ants, and fall sees big Browns on the move. Beneath it all, rich biomass—scuds and sowbugs in particular—feeds trout even between hatches, so there’s nearly always a productive plan.
Expect stealthy, close-quarters fishing: narrow channels, undercut banks, and riffle‑run‑pool sequences reward accurate casts and thoughtful presentations. Wading is the norm on the creeks, while nearby larger rivers and valleys offer varied water and scenic backdrops. Conservation and stream restoration across the region continue to enhance habitat and access, giving visiting anglers a wide menu of blue‑ribbon options within short drives.
Whether you’re matching Tricos at first light, prospecting with small streamers, or teaching a newcomer on forgiving meadow water, Driftless Area fishing charters and local guides tailor trips to the season, conditions, and your goals. Come for the wild trout, stay for the serene coulees and timeless farm country—this is small‑water fishing at its most rewarding.
