Benson Creek Fishery Area
DNR Fisheries Areas
The Benson Creek Fishery Area contains Benson Creek, a small class 1 brook trout stream which begins in Benson Springs in section 23 and flows 1.8 miles south to Lake Chetac. Being well suited for trout, the headwaters and mid-stream portions of the creek are boarded by open sedge marsh, the rest of the stream by upland and/or shrub marsh. Seven spring ponds are located on the drainage of Benson Creek, with the largest being Benson Springs covering 1.8 acres.
Location/Directions
Benson Creek Fishery Area is located in southwest Sawyer County approximately 17 miles south of the City of Hayward via State Hwy 27 and County Hwy F. T 38N, R 9W, sections 22 and 23.
Activities
Angling opportunities
Coldwater species angling opportunities on the spring ponds and Benson Creek.
Recreational Opportunities
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Contacts/Partners
For questions and comments contact:
Property Manager
Department of Natural Resources
10220 State Road 27
Hayward WI 54843
715-634-7433
Fisheries Biologist
Department of Natural Resources
10220 State Hwy 27
Hayward WI 54843
715-634-7429