Northern Vermont has miles of rivers, streams and lakes for brook, rainbow, lake and brown trout, landlocked salmon, pike, bass and many more. Harvey's Lake in West Barnet is known as one of the best lakes in Vermont for catching big lake trout (even a 25 pound one!)
Having the northern divide here (where rivers flow north to the St. Lawrence or south to the Connecticut River), our waters are pure and natural.
Fishing maps are available free at VT Fish & Wildlife. They also have a convenient Fishing Access Area List (pdf) to help you plan your next fishing vacation.
Our FREE Waterways Map can help you make your anglin' plans on our region's spectacular lakes.
For a great fishing vacation, consider using a guide service. The VOGA site lists many qualified guides to lead fishing trips for pond, lake, stream and ice fishing.
Clyde River Recreation offers kayak, canoe, small boat rentals, and all inclusive river paddles on the Clyde River and along Lake Memphremagog.
Visit our Great Outdoors Vacation Packages for some great lodging deals that include fishing and boating!
In winter, haul your fishing shanty out onto one of our many lakes. Your best bets include Caspian Lake in Greensboro, Seymour Lake in Morgan, Lake Willoughby in Westmore and Joe's Pond in West Danville.
Averill
Little Averill Lake Natural Area - The Nature Conservancy
Averill, VT
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Managed by the Vermont Nature Conservancy, the lake is a perfect place for a paddling trip.
Averill
Quimby Country
1127 Forest Lake Road
Averill, VT 05901
802-822-5533
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Set on 1200 acres our twenty cottages overlook Forest Lake and are surrounded by pristine lakes and miles of untouched forests.
Barton
Crystal Lake State Park
96 Bellwater Ave
Barton, VT 05822
802-525-6205
Crystal Lake is a glacial lake beautifully situated among roughhewn mountain sides.
Barton
Willoughby River
Barton, VT
The Willoughby and Barton Rivers form the western boundary of the Willoughby Wildlife Management Area.
Canaan
The Connecticut River
Canaan, VT
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At 407 miles, the Connecticut is the longest river in New England.
Craftsbury
The Black River
Craftsbury, VT
Located in Orleans County, the Black River is 30 miles long and is known for abundant wildlife habitats and unsettled, forested
Craftsbury Common
Craftsbury Outdoor Center
535 Lost Nation Rd
Craftsbury Common, VT 05827
802-586-7767
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A non-profit focusing on lifelong sport, sustainability and conservation, with accommodations for up to 90 guests at our lakeside campus.
Greensboro
Lake Caspian
Greensboro, VT
Lake Caspian in Greensboro doubles as a natural band shell. Classical music concerts can be heard playing over Caspian's waters in the summer.
Groton
Ricker Pond State Park
18 Ricker Pond Camp Ground Road
Groton, VT 05046
Nestled in Groton State Forest, Ricker Pond State Park sits below the hustle and bustle of Lake Groton.
Guildhall
Maidstone State Park/Maidstone Lake
R1, Box 388
Guildhall, VT 05905
802-676-3930
Maidstone is the most remote of Vermont's state parks and still retains much of the wilderness character of the NEK.
Island Pond
Brighton Motor Sports
108 Cross St.
Island Pond, VT 05846
802-723-9702
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ATVs, Snowmobiles, Motorcycles, Boats and Watercraft Equipment, Sales and Service.
Island Pond
Brighton State Park
102 State Park Road
Island Pond, VT 05846
802-723-4360
The primary attraction of this general area is its remoteness: mountains with tree-covered slopes, rivers and streams.
Island Pond
Island Pond
Island Pond, VT
Island Pond is a smaller lake nestled in the heart of the Northeast Kingdom.
Morgan
Seymour Lake
Morgan, VT 05853
A clean and beautiful Vermont lake surrounded by hills and mountains.
St. Johnsbury
Passumpsic River
St. Johnsbury, VT
The Passumpsic River allows for a 43-mile canoe trip through the heart of the Northeast Kingdom.
Victory
Victory Basin Wildlife Management Area
Victory, VT
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Here you can spot bear, moose, beavers, birds and more. Hunting and fishing are also allowed.
West Barnet
Harvey's Lake
West Barnet, VT 05821
Nearly a quarter mile of sandy beach with a marked swimming area, lifeguard, picnic tables & bathhouse.
West Charleston
Clyde River Recreation
2335 VT Route 105
West Charleston, VT 05872
802-895-4333
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All inclusive River trips and boat rentals
Westmore
Willoughby Lake
Westmore, VT 05860
Public beaches at the north and south ends with restrooms, excellent boating, fishing, kayaking and canoeing.
