Bear Creek Fishery Area
DNR Fisheries Areas
Bear Creek Fishery Area includes a class 1 trout stream, a massive wetlands area, and very little uplands. The wetlands in this area are quite possibly the largest wetland complex associated with a cold water stream in southwest Wisconsin.
Location/Directions
Bear Creek Fishery Area starts at the State Hwy 130 Bridge in Richland County (T 9N, R 2E, section 23), and proceeds upstream to headwater springs in Sauk County (T 11N, R 3E, section 29).
Activities
Angling opportunities
Shore trout fishing.
Recreational Opportunities
The fishing easement areas are basically restricted to fishing and associated activities only; the fee title lands may be used as shown below:
- Hunting - deer, turkey, small game, & waterfowl
- Trapping
- Hiking
- Wildlife viewing
- Cross-country skiing (not groomed)
- Fishing - trout fishing with special regulations
- Bird watching
- Pets
- Berry picking
Objective
Bear Creek Fishery Area Protect is managed to protect the important heavily used class 1 trout fishery, maintain and improve the cold water environment, provide public access, provide for hunting opportunities, and accommodate other compatible outdoor recreational use.
Contacts/Partners
For questions and comments, contact:
Fisheries Biologist
Department of Natural Resources
1500 N Johns Street
Dodgeville WI 53533
608-341-9465