
![]() Hunting in Langlade County
Whether you carry a shotgun, rifle or bow, and with over 130,000 acres of territory open for public hunting you will find unlimited opportunities in Langlade County’s diverse forests and watersheds. Wildlife available to hunt include deer and bear, ruffed grouse & woodcock, squirrel, rabbit, turkey and waterfowl. Predator hunting is also a big sport in Langlade County. Hunting, as well as many other non-motorized activities, is allowed on all county lands entered into the County Forest Crop Law, private and industrial lands entered into the Forest Crop Law or Managed Forest Lands Law and designated State of Wisconsin lands.
These lands can be accessed from any road found on the official County Road Map. Access beyond these official roads, by motorized vehicle, is a matter of rules and policies approved by each entity. The many roads that bisect these lands are open to foot access and some are open to motorized access (see chart below Tree Stands section). Tree Stands No person shall construct, cause to be constructed, use or occupy any permanent elevated scaffold or other permanent elevated device, commonly referred to as a tree stand, on any lands owned or under the control of Langlade County. Portable tree stands may be used, provided that they are erected after September 1 and completely removed no later than one week following the close of late archery season, such portable tree stands are not in any manner bolted, nailed or screwed to the tree and such portable tree stands cause no permanent damage to the trees in which they are placed. The use of nails, screws, spikes or other devices to aid in climbing a tree is prohibited. The cutting of shooting lanes is prohibited. Tree stands found in violation of this ordinance may be removed and will become the property of Langlade County. A person who violates this ordinance is subject to a forfeiture of $50 to $500 plus cost. Langlade County Forest
Tree Stands- Portable tree stands only. September 1 thru January 7 only. No Screws, spikes or nails. Ground Blinds- Must be constructed of natural materials only. No cutting of live trees or shooting lanes. ATV & Vehicle Use- Prohibited on all gated, locked, bermed or posted areas. State of Wisconsin Land Ownership Tree Stands- Portable stands only. Must be removed daily. Ground Blinds- Must be constructed of natural materials only. Daily removal required. ATV & Vehicle Use- Restricted unless on designated ATV posted trail. Chequamegon-Nicolet National Forest Safety Note: Due to the July 19th storm, the Chequamegon-Nicolet National Forest is open to visitors; however, hazards exist from the storm event that may pose a safety risk to hunters/visitors. Visitors should refer to the closure order for recreation areas, trails and roads that were damaged by the storm event by clicking here. The order includes a map showing road closures. Tree Stands- Portable tree stands only. No cutting of live trees. Can erect one day before hunting season. Must be removed at the end of late bow hunting season. No nails, screws, screw in steps, etc. Ground Blinds- Made from natural vegetation only. No cutting of live vegetation. Must be removed after the season. ATV & Vehicle Use- No ATV use. Street legal vehicles only on forest roads unless gated or bermed. Langlade County Recreation Map Order your Langlade County Plat Book or call the Langlade County Clerk at 715-627-6200 or visit their office at 800 Clermont Street, Room 202, Antigo, WI Ackley Wildlife Area - non-marked trails in the Ackley Wildlife Area. Click here to learn more about Ackley Wildlife Area. Ruffed Grouse and Woodcock Map Please contact the Langlade County Forest and Recreation Department at 715-627-6300 with questions on county land hunting usage and tree stands on county land. For Wisconsin's hunting regulations go to the Wisconsin DNR website by clicking here. For more information on deer hunting in Wisconsin, click here. Wisconsin's baiting and feeding regulations have changed, click here for more information. To find out more about chronic wasting disease, click here. |
Langlade County Bow & Gun Range
The Langlade County Bow and Gun Range is administered by the Langlade County Forestry and Recreation Department. It is regulated by the Langlade County Forests and Parks Ordinance and violations of the range regulations are subject to penalties as specified in the ordinance. Please contact the Langlade County Forest and Recreation Department with questions. (715) 627-6300.
Regulations
Range Road,
Antigo
715-627-6300 Map |