Richard A Hemp Fishery Area
DNR Fisheries Areas
The Richard A Hemp Fishery Area is a 1,372-acre property in Portage County. The property consists of a trout stream corridor, lowland forest (swamp conifer and bottomland hardwoods), and mixed hardwood forest.
Location/Directions
Richard A Hemp Fishery Area starts at Rolling Hills Road (County Hwy Q) north of Nelsonville and continues north to County Hwy Z. Numerous access sites are available.
Activities
Angling opportunities
Wade fishing for brown and brook trout.
Recreational Opportunities
- Hunting
- Trapping
- Hiking
- Snowmobiling trail
- Cross-country skiing
- Wildlife viewing
- Fishing - brown and brook trout
- Bird watching
- Swimming
- Berry picking
- Canoeing
Objective
Richard A Hemp Fishery Area is managed for in-stream fish and riparian buffer habitat.
Contacts/Partners
For questions and comments, contact:
Property Manager
Department of Natural Resources
225051 Rib Mountain Drive
Wausau, WI 54401
(715) 679-0678
Fisheries Biologist
Department of Natural Resources
225051 Rib Mountain Drive
Wausau, WI 54401
(715) 679-0678