Guide To Crappie Fishing In Vermont
All about fishing for white and black crappie.
Crappie Waters In VT
Lake Bomoseen, Lake Carmi, Lake Champlain, Lake Dunmore, Lake Memphremagog, Lake St Catherine and Seymour Lake are some of the major lakes in VT with significant crappie populations. Crappie can also be found in ponds, rivers and small lakes.
Black crappie
World record: 6 lbs 0 oz
State Record: 3 lbs 8.5 oz*
White crappie
World record: 5 lbs 3 oz
State Record: 3 lbs 8.5 oz*
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Top 5 Crappie Fishing Lures For Vermont
Crappie jigs work well in water from 2' to 40' deep, and are the most popular artificial lure for crappie ever. When crappie are shallow, spinners, small crankbaits and underspins are the often very productive. As they move deeper, spoons are among the top producers if the crappie are active. Understanding the seasonal movements of crappie can enhance your chances of using these lures in the ideal locations.
The state record black/white crappie was caught from Lake Hortonia.
Crappie are actually a member of the sunfish family and can be found in many Vermont lakes. Crappie are known by many different local names. Paper mouth, goggleye, bridge perch, slabs and speckled perch, are just a few.
Small jigs, live minnows, small spinners and other small lures will catch crappie. Use light line (six pound or less) and work the baits slowly - especially in cold water.
Crappie Fishing Basics Video
Check out crappie information, by state.
The life cycle of crappie.
The more you know about crappie, the easier it will be to locate and catch them in Vermont lakes and rivers. Visit the crappie fishing page for details about their seasonal migrations.
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