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Guide To The Best Places To Fish in Vermont

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There are many great places to fish in The Green Mountain State. Many of the fisheries in Vermont are set in scenic areas deserving of travel poster images. But, the fishing is what draws anglers for a wide variety of species. This website covers fishing at major, fresh-water lakes in the state. The lists below represent the best places to fish among the lakes we cover.

Vermont's Top-Five, Amazing Fishing Spots

For such a small state, Vermont has some sizeable fisheries. Lake Champlain is without a doubt, the top of the list. Several other lakes might make this list, one year over another, but these are proven quality fisheries, over time. Learn more...


Most Popular Fish Species In Vermont

Welcome to fishing haven! Anglers have the opportunity to fish for two species of bass, channel catfish, both species of crappie, four species of trout, landlocked salmon, walleye, bluegill, perch, sunfish, muskie, pike and multiple other species in Vermont pristine waters. Learn more...


Best Bass Fishing Lakes In Vermont

The best place to fish for bass in Vermont is undoubtedly Lake Champlain. Largemouth and smallmouth bass are found there, as well as many other waters around the state. Learn more...


Top Places To Fish For Trout In Vermont

Take your pick of rainbow, brook, brown or lake trout when you wet a line in trout fisheries across the state. We focus here on major lakes here, however there are great streams, and rivers offering trout fishing as well. Learn more...


Best Perch & Sunfish Fishing Lakes In Vermont

Clean, cold, fertile water creates an ideal environment for growing big, tasty perch. You can find perch in most fisheries in the state. In addition, bluegill, pumpkinseed sunfish and rock bass also populate many waters. Learn more...


Top Places To Fish For Crappie In Vermont

Crappie, along with perch, are quite popular ice fishing targets in winter. In spring crappie can be found near shallows with brush or other cover. Learn more...


Best Lakes To Fish For Salmon In Vermont

Landlocked, Atlantic salmon are fun to catch and great as table fare. The state record is over 12 pounds, and there are plenty of chunky fish to be caught at these three terrific lakes. Learn more...


Enjoy these top spots to go fishing in Vermont

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