Order online, pick up at a licensed dealer in La Crosse County. La Crosse sits along the Mississippi River, known for its scenic bluffs and vibrant downtown. Orders ship to FFL dealers in and around the area, offering convenient firearm transfers for local residents.
Pick an FFL dealer near you that accepts shipped transfers and name it at checkout. We confirm their license and ship the firearm to them. Ammunition, optics and parts ship straight to your door where Wisconsin law allows.
Wisconsin does not require purchase permits or firearm registration. The 48-hour handgun waiting period was repealed in 2015. Dealer sales require ATF Form 4473. Handgun background checks are processed by the Wisconsin Department of Justice, while long gun checks go through NICS. Federal age limits apply: 18 for long guns and 21 for handguns. Bring a valid photo ID with your current address. Ammunition and parts can ship directly to your home.
Dealers in these communities all work for La Crosse-area buyers:
Wisconsin does not allow permitless concealed carry. A license from the Wisconsin Department of Justice is required for concealed carry, available to individuals 21 and older with proof of approved training. Open carry is generally legal but restricted in areas like school zones, and handguns in vehicles fall under concealed carry rules. Businesses may post signs prohibiting weapons. Wisconsin recognizes concealed carry licenses from many other states.
The Wisconsin DNR nine-day gun deer season runs from November 21 to 29, 2026, starting the Saturday before Thanksgiving. Muzzleloader and statewide antlerless hunts follow in early December, with metro subunits offering extended seasons. Archery and crossbow seasons begin in mid-September and continue into January. Deer management zones and county quotas determine antlerless tags. Rifles, shotguns, handguns, and muzzleloaders are legal during the gun season. Refer to the current DNR regulations for La Crosse County.
Hunters in La Crosse County can explore public lands like the La Crosse River State Trail and nearby wildlife areas, offering ample opportunities for deer and small game hunting.
Hunters in La Crosse appreciate the nearby public lands and waterways, ideal for deer hunting and outdoor shooting activities.
The public ranges on the city pages are run or listed by the state wildlife agency, a state forest or a national forest, chosen by distance from each city. Licenses, passes and hours are set by the agency.
Source: State wildlife agency and public-land range listings, September 2026. Distances are approximate; call or check the agency site before you drive out.
Yes. Order here, name a licensed FFL dealer in Onalaska, Holmen, West Salem, La Crosse or anywhere in La Crosse County, and we ship the firearm to them. You fill out ATF Form 4473 at their counter and they run the background check.
Yes. Wisconsin requires a concealed carry license from the Department of Justice. Applicants must be 21 or older and provide proof of approved training.
No. The 48-hour handgun waiting period was repealed in 2015. Handgun background checks are conducted by the state Department of Justice.
The nine-day gun deer season runs from November 21 to 29, 2026. Muzzleloader and antlerless hunts follow in December.
Ruger does not currently make shotguns; the catalog carries 12-gauge pumps and semi-autos from other makers, with nontoxic shot and a plug required for waterfowl.
Each dealer sets its own fee, commonly $20 to $75. Call before you order to confirm the price and that they accept firearms shipped from an online store.
General information, not legal advice. Rules current as of September 2026. See our buying guide and check with Wisconsin Department of Justice, Concealed Carry Unit or a local attorney about your own situation.