Smallmouth Bass Fishing in Green Bay
Wisconsin
Smallmouth Bass is one of the species anglers target most around Green Bay, Wisconsin. MyFishingBuds matches you with local anglers who chase Smallmouth Bass on Bay of Green Bay and Fox River so you can share a boat, split costs, and learn the water faster.
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Smallmouth Bass at a glance
- Scientific name
- Micropterus dolomieu
- IGFA record
- 11.9 lbs
- Max length
- 27 in
- Preferred water temp
- 55–75°F
When to fish Green Bay
The season opens with the famous Fox River walleye run in March and April, when huge numbers of walleye stage below the De Pere dam. Smallmouth bass fishing on the Door County side (Sturgeon Bay and the Lake Michigan shoreline) is elite in May and June before the season shifts to catch-and-release. Musky season opens in late May and runs into fall, with the trophy window in October and November as the giants feed up. Summer brings walleye out on the open bay and perch fishing, and winter turns Sturgeon Bay into a premier whitefish and walleye ice-fishing destination.
→ Today's best fishing times in Green Bay (sunrise, sunset & moon)Where to fish for Smallmouth Bass in Green Bay
- 📍 Bay of Green Bay
- 📍 Fox River
- 📍 Sturgeon Bay
- 📍 Door County shoreline
- 📍 Lake Michigan
🪪 Wisconsin fishing license
Anglers targeting Smallmouth Bass in Green Bay need a valid Wisconsin fishing license. Resident, non-resident, and short-term options are all available — see our complete guide for current 2026 prices and direct purchase links.
Wisconsin fishing license cost 2026 →Smallmouth Bass in Green Bay: FAQ
Do I need a fishing license to catch Smallmouth Bass in Green Bay?▾
Yes. Anglers fishing in Green Bay need a valid Wisconsin fishing license (with the right freshwater or saltwater privileges for where you fish). Resident, non-resident, and short-term options are all available — see our Wisconsin guide for current 2026 prices and direct purchase links.
When is the best time to fish for Smallmouth Bass near Green Bay?▾
The season opens with the famous Fox River walleye run in March and April, when huge numbers of walleye stage below the De Pere dam. Smallmouth bass fishing on the Door County side (Sturgeon Bay and the Lake Michigan shoreline) is elite in May and June before the season shifts to catch-and-release. Musky season opens in late May and runs into fall, with the trophy window in October and November as the giants feed up. Summer brings walleye out on the open bay and perch fishing, and winter turns Sturgeon Bay into a premier whitefish and walleye ice-fishing destination.
How do I find a Smallmouth Bass fishing buddy in Green Bay?▾
Create a free MyFishingBuds profile, set Smallmouth Bass as a target species, and pick Green Bay as your area. You'll be matched with nearby anglers who target the same species and fish a similar style, so you can plan a trip, share a boat, and split the costs.
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