Besides resident brook and brown trout in inland streams, spring and fall runs of steelhead and salmon also occur. McMillans Troutfitters know the Brule inside and out, and a fishing trip with them is both enjoyable and full of fishing action. The small mouth bass population in Chequamegon Bay has rebounded since size restrictions were put in place several years ago. Trophy whitetail and black bear abound as well as ruffed grouse and woodcock. Skilled predators such as fishers, wolves, coyote and bobcat are not uncommon, with fishers being spotted quite often.
Wolves are throughout the area but are much more reclusive and seeing one is rare.
Black Bear sightings are fairly common, ask Ron or Cindy for areas to view them and other wildlife. Bald Eagles nest along the lakes and in winter are found cruising the open river corridors in search of fish. These clusters offer over 300 miles of trails and stretch from Iron River to Drummond, Namakagon, Cable and Hayward. Each cluster has several loops and range from easy to difficult in riding skills. The Chequamegon National Forest covers an extensive area of Bayfield County and 60 miles of the North Country Trail runs through it.