Fishing spot: Wisconsin River Islands

Verified source data

Fishing feature type

Federal recreation area with fishing

Managing agency

Bureau of Land Management

Address

Northeastern States, 250 E. Wisconsin Avenue, Milwaukee, 53202, WI

State

53202

City

Milwaukee

Fee details

No fees or permits are required. All areas are first come, first served.

Source directions

Portage From Interstate 39 take exit for Hwy 33 east toward Portage. Just before crossing the river, turn right into the Wisconsin Department of Natural Resources carry-in boat launch. Stevens Point Take Interstate Highway 39 North and exit onto U.S. Route 10, headed west. From central Stevens Point, take County Road HH across the Wisconsin River. Turn left onto River Road. Proceed approximately 1.5 miles to the Portage County boat launch. Wisconsin Rapids Take Interstate Highway 39 North and exit onto U.S. Route 10, headed west. From central Stevens Point, take County Road HH across the Wisconsin River. Turn left onto River Road. Proceed approximately 1.5 miles to the Portage County boat launch.

Phone

414-297-4401

Reservable

No

Stay limit

Camping is limited to 3 days

Source last updated

2026-04-16

Data source: Recreation.gov RIDB · Use terms · Source snapshot: 2026-10-03