Vermont · Public land & water · No lottery
Sunset Lake public fishing access
Black Crappie, Bullhead, Lake Trout, Largemouth Bass, Northern Pike, Panfish, Rainbow Trout, Smallmouth Bass, Yellow Perch
Agency-listed fishing access on Sunset Lake; the selected entry is at 1973 Perch Pond Road, Rutland, VT 05743. The access detail lists a none launch. A universal shore-fishing platform is listed.
- Area / county
- 1973 Perch Pond Road, Rutland, VT 05743
- Access
- Open during listed seasons
- Agency-reported size
- 195 acres
License and access permit
Vermont fishing license where required, available by direct purchase. Follow water-specific fishing rules, posted public-access rules and boat-registration requirements.
When you can go
Use the official area rules for current species seasons, legal hours and any area-specific closures. This record does not confirm access for a particular date.
Area restrictions
Use the named access area only; other shoreline may be private. Follow Vermont water-specific seasons and methods. Not Plowed In Winter. Agency parking capacity: N/A. Check seasonal dock and construction notices before travel.
Plan with the official agency
The agency documents ordinary recreational fishing or a developed public fishing access at this named place, and the state sells ordinary fishing licenses directly. This record excludes controlled events and separately restricted activities; it does not promise a space or a catch.
No lottery is required for the described access and species. Other hunts on the same property may require a drawing. Check current seasons, closures, check-in and capacity before traveling; open access does not reserve an exclusive spot.
Agency sources reviewed 2026-10-07. Fish species, named entry, launch type and address come from this selected Vermont agency access-area detail. A launch listing does not confer access to the entire shoreline. Public entry is arranged with the agency, with no Back40 booking fee.
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