Wisconsin Bag Limits
Complete daily limits, possession limits, and season limits for hunting and fishing in Wisconsin.
Wisconsin Bag Limits
Complete guide to daily limits, possession limits, season limits, and size restrictions for hunting and fishing in Wisconsin. Updated for the current season.
Big Game
3 species
Game Birds
6 species
Fish Species
4 species
Total Species
15
Big Game
3 species in Wisconsin
| Species | Daily | Possession | Season | Notes |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| White-tailed Deer | 1 | - | Per tag held | Antlerless tags by unit quota |
| Black Bear | 1 | - | 1 per year | Northern zones; long wait for tags |
| Elk | 1 | - | 1 per lifetime | Clam Lake and Black River herds |
Upland Birds
3 species in Wisconsin
| Species | Daily | Possession | Season | Notes |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Wild Turkey | 1 | - | 2 per year | Spring and fall |
| Pheasant | 3 | 6 | - | SW Wisconsin |
| Grouse | 5 | 10 | - | Ruffed grouse; Northwoods |
Fish
4 species in Wisconsin
| Species | Daily | Possession | Season | Size Limit | Notes |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Walleye | 5 | - | - | 15" minimum most waters | - |
| Northern Pike | 5 | - | - | 26" minimum | - |
| Muskie | 1 | - | - | 50" minimum | - |
| Smallmouth Bass | 5 | - | - | 14" minimum | - |
Wisconsin Special Notes
Wisconsin bear permit wait is 5-10+ years. Apply early and build preference.
Wisconsin Regulations Overview
State wildlife agency and regulations information
- Species Covered
- 15 species with regulations
- Big Game Species
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- White-tailed Deer
- Black Bear
- Elk
- Wildlife Agency
- Wisconsin Department of Natural Resources
This information is for reference only. Always verify regulations with your state wildlife agency before hunting or fishing.
Last verified: January 2026
Wisconsin Bag Limits FAQ
Common questions about harvest limits in Wisconsin
What is the deer bag limit in Wisconsin?
In Wisconsin, the daily deer limit is 1 with a season limit of Per tag held. Antlerless tags by unit quota
What big game can I hunt in Wisconsin?
Wisconsin regulates: White-tailed Deer, Black Bear, Elk. Each species carries its own daily, possession, and (where applicable) season limit on the table above.
What are the headline fishing limits in Wisconsin?
Top species in Wisconsin: Walleye 5/day (15" minimum most waters); Northern Pike 5/day (26" minimum); Smallmouth Bass 5/day (14" minimum). Water-body-specific regs can override the statewide line.
Are there Wisconsin-specific regulations to flag?
Wisconsin bear permit wait is 5-10+ years. Apply early and build preference.
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