OUTDOORS On the Line Fishing the Stevens Point Area @jmikes29 Looking for a true Wisconsin 昀椀shing experience? We’ve got you covered with two picturesque spots and what to expect in the Stevens Point Area. by CALVIN FILER The Wisconsin River acts as the lifeblood Much of the shoreline of the river is heavily of the state as it cuts through the heart forested, and the freestone nature of the of Wisconsin. The river provides anglers stream lends itself to sharp river bends the opportunity to catch nearly all of the highlighted by tumbling rapids and large game昀椀sh species that are native to the boulders. Brown Trout upwards of 20 State. You do not need specialized gear or inches lurk in the deeper pools and provide a large watercraft to successfully 昀椀sh the anglers with an opportunity to catch a trophy Wisconsin River. Popular species include trout. Native Brook Trout also inhabit the Walleye, Smallmouth Bass, Northern Pike, headwaters of the Tomorrow, and their willing nature gives anglers a good chance to and perhaps the most sought-after species in the state, the Musky. land some of these beautiful 昀椀sh. With over 60 miles, not counting tributaries, this class I The Stevens Point 昀氀owage can provide a trout stream provides anglers with a diverse secluded experience for those willing to @昀椀shinfritzy and healthy 昀椀shery to explore. explore the backwaters, channels, and sandbars. For shore anglers, you can access the river below various dams south of town. Find more 昀椀shing hotspots in the With a bit of exploration and patience, the region, and order a 昀椀shing map at Wisconsin River can provide anglers with memories that will last a lifetime. STEVENSPOINTAREA.COM Once regarded as the 昀氀y-tying capital of the United States, the Stevens Point Area provides many different 昀氀y-昀椀shing opportunities, and the Tomorrow River is arguably one of the best in Wisconsin. For C A @falllineout昀椀ttersco shore-bound anglers looking to target trout, TF I S H COR the Tomorrow River takes center stage in an R IDOR area rich with 昀氀y-昀椀shing tradition. Loca t ed jus t do wns tr e am o f th e St e v ens P oint dam , th e C a t 昀椀 s h C or ri dor is a le s ser -kn o wn sp o t wh er e angler s can ca t ch ca WISCONSIN RIVER TOMORROW RIVER t昀椀sh up w ar ds o f 20 in ch e s with r Species: Musky, Walleye, Species: Brown Trout, egularity . Smallmouth Bass, Northern Pike, Crappie, Brook Trout Perch, etc. Lures/Techniques: Caddis Lures/Techniques: Hard-bodied nymph and San Juan worm 昀氀ies, Rapalas, nightcrawlers, Mepps spinners streamers, and small spinners Good Seasons: Walleye in spring, Good Seasons: Summer for the Smallmouth in summer, Musky in fall best hatches, early catch and release Access Areas: W River Rd., P昀椀ffner season for less 昀椀shing pressure (715) 544-0019 904 Main Street, Stevens Point FallLineOutf itters.com & Bukolt Park, Dubay Dam, Mouth of Access Areas: Richard Hemp Fishery Plover River, and Hwy HH Area, Welton Dr., Amherst Dam, Otto Rd. @bailyy_ 30 Stevens Point Area O昀케cial Visitors Guide | 2024 Stevens Point Area O昀케cial Visitors Guide | 2024 31