WI DNR's Free Fun Weekend

June 6-7 is the perfect weekend to try a new outdoors activity or return to one you haven't tried in a long time. Challenge yourself and try them all!

Free Fishing June 6-7
On June 6 & 7 Wisconsin residents and visitors can fish anywhere for free in Wisconsin. No license is needed -- this includes inland trout and Great Lakes trout and salmon fishing.

New to fishing or just need to brush up on your casting? Attend one of the free fishing clinics being hosted around the state.

Free fishing equipment for loan at 50 state parks, DNR offices, and partner organizations.

Fishing rules such as limits, size and species of fish that you can keep do apply during free fishing weekend.

State Parks Free Fun Weekend June 6-7
On June 6 and 7, all state park vehicle admission fees on all DNR-owned properties are waived.

All state trail pass fees on all DNR-owned properties are waived.

Cooperatively-run state trails also may waive fees on this day.

Free Trails June 6-7
On June 6 & 7, all state trail pass fees on all DNR-owned properties are waived.

Cooperatively-run state trails also may waive fees.

Ride free ATV/UTV weekend June 6-7

On June 6 & 7, ATV/UTV owners can ride free; you do not need to have your machine registered in Wisconsin. Nonresident ATV/UTV owners do not need to have a trail pass on these days. Enjoy the free ride!

All other rules apply -- safety education certification is required for all UTV and ATV operators who were born on or after Jan. 1, 1988.

Find places to ride on the Wisconsin ATV Association website and travelwisconsin.com.

Find organized rides and events on the Wisconsin ATV Association's Registration-Free Weekend webpage.

Click here for more information about the DNR’s Free Fun Weekend!