Sparta holds thousands of acres of public hunting land between the DNR and Fort McCoy to spend some time on and hunt game of the seasons. Seasons for small game, waterfowl, turkey, and pheasant open in September and October while deer season is in November.
For a map of Public Access Lands in Monroe County and parts of Jackson and Vernon Counties, click here.
Hunting in Fort McCoy requires an additional permit, find more information here.
The Elroy-Sparta trail also has partial areas open to hunting and trapping during the Wisconsin state parks hunting time frame. All hunting and trapping licenses apply.
Where to Stay:
- Justin Trails Resort
- Grapevine Log Cabins
- Pine View Campground at Fort McCoy
- Leon Valley Campground
- Caboose Cabins
- Wisconsin Country Places
Where to Eat:
- Sparta Steakhouse
- Jake’s Northwoods
- Sparta Family Restaurant
- Slice of Chicago
- Club 16
- Club Oasis
- Italiano’s
- Dorine’s Family Inn
- The Greens
- The Vault Pub and Eatery
- VFW Lakeside Bar and Restuarant
- or grab groceries from Hansen’s IGA
Where to grab drinks after:
