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Public land & waterNo lottery

VT · 50 Scout Camp Road, Plymouth, VT 05056 · Fishing

Amherst Lake public fishing access

Bullhead, Chain Pickerel, Lake Trout, Panfish, Rainbow Trout, Smallmouth Bass, Yellow Perch

Agency-listed fishing access on Amherst Lake; the selected entry is at 50 Scout Camp Road, Plymouth, VT 05056. The access detail lists a concrete plank launch. This is a launch-based fishing option; a public fishing pier is not confirmed.

76 agency-reported acres

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Vermont fishing license where required, available by direct purchase. Follow water-specific fishing rules, posted public-access rules and boat-registration requirements.

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: 1 trailer. Check seasonal dock and construction notices before travel.

Why this is included: 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.

Source checked 2026-10-07. Agency entry or reservation; no Back40 booking fee.

Public land & waterNo lottery

VT · 33 Sanders Road, Plymouth, VT 05056 · Fishing

Ansel Pond public fishing access

Brook Trout, Panfish

Agency-listed fishing access on Ansel Pond; the selected entry is at 33 Sanders Road, Plymouth, VT 05056. The access detail lists a none launch. This is a launch-based fishing option; a public fishing pier is not confirmed.

10 agency-reported acres

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Licenses, access and what to check

Vermont fishing license where required, available by direct purchase. Follow water-specific fishing rules, posted public-access rules and boat-registration requirements.

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: 6 cars. Check seasonal dock and construction notices before travel.

Why this is included: 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.

Source checked 2026-10-07. Agency entry or reservation; no Back40 booking fee.

Public land & waterNo lottery

VT · 927 Bald Hill Pond Road, Westmore, VT 05860 · Fishing

Bald Hill Pond public fishing access

Rainbow Trout

Agency-listed fishing access on Bald Hill Pond; the selected entry is at 927 Bald Hill Pond Road, Westmore, VT 05860. The access detail lists a gravel launch. This is a launch-based fishing option; a public fishing pier is not confirmed.

104 agency-reported acres

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Licenses, access and what to check

Vermont fishing license where required, available by direct purchase. Follow water-specific fishing rules, posted public-access rules and boat-registration requirements.

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: 4 trailers + 5 cars + 1 ADA. Check seasonal dock and construction notices before travel.

Why this is included: 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.

Source checked 2026-10-07. Agency entry or reservation; no Back40 booking fee.

Public land & waterNo lottery

VT · 6640 US Route 5, Sutton, VT 05867 · Fishing

Bean Pond public fishing access

Brook Trout, Bullhead, Panfish

Agency-listed fishing access on Bean Pond; the selected entry is at 6640 US Route 5, Sutton, VT 05867. The access detail lists a gravel launch. This is a launch-based fishing option; a public fishing pier is not confirmed.

30 agency-reported acres

Open access · Check seasons and closures

Licenses, access and what to check

Vermont fishing license where required, available by direct purchase. Follow water-specific fishing rules, posted public-access rules and boat-registration requirements.

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: 1 trailer. Check seasonal dock and construction notices before travel.

Why this is included: 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.

Source checked 2026-10-07. Agency entry or reservation; no Back40 booking fee.

Public land & waterNo lottery

VT · 3392 Brookfield Road, Berlin, VT 05602 · Fishing

Berlin Pond public fishing access

Bullhead, Chain Pickerel, Largemouth Bass, Panfish, Smallmouth Bass, Yellow Perch

Agency-listed fishing access on Berlin Pond; the selected entry is at 3392 Brookfield Road, Berlin, VT 05602. The access detail lists a steps launch. This is a launch-based fishing option; a public fishing pier is not confirmed.

293 agency-reported acres

Open access · Check seasons and closures

Licenses, access and what to check

Vermont fishing license where required, available by direct purchase. Follow water-specific fishing rules, posted public-access rules and boat-registration requirements.

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: 6 cars + 1 ADA. Check seasonal dock and construction notices before travel.

Why this is included: 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.

Source checked 2026-10-07. Agency entry or reservation; no Back40 booking fee.

Public land & waterNo lottery

VT · 297 Hayward Road, Derby, VT 05829 · Fishing

Big Salem Lake public fishing access

Brown Trout, Bullhead, Burbot, Chain Pickerel, Largemouth Bass, Landlocked Salmon, Panfish, Rainbow Smelt, Smallmouth Bass, Walleye, Yellow Perch

Agency-listed fishing access on Big Salem Lake; the selected entry is at 297 Hayward Road, Derby, VT 05829. The access detail lists a concrete launch. This is a launch-based fishing option; a public fishing pier is not confirmed.

788 agency-reported acres

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Licenses, access and what to check

Vermont fishing license where required, available by direct purchase. Follow water-specific fishing rules, posted public-access rules and boat-registration requirements.

Use the named access area only; other shoreline may be private. Follow Vermont water-specific seasons and methods. Plowed In Winter. Agency parking capacity: 11 trailers + 1 ADA. Check seasonal dock and construction notices before travel.

Why this is included: 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.

Source checked 2026-10-07. Agency entry or reservation; no Back40 booking fee.

Public land & waterNo lottery

VT · 1381 Black Pond Road, Hubbardton, VT 05743 · Fishing

Black Pond public fishing access

Black Crappie, Largemouth Bass, Panfish, Rainbow Trout, Yellow Perch

Agency-listed fishing access on Black Pond; the selected entry is at 1381 Black Pond Road, Hubbardton, VT 05743. The access detail lists a gravel launch. This is a launch-based fishing option; a public fishing pier is not confirmed.

20 agency-reported acres

Open access · Check seasons and closures

Licenses, access and what to check

Vermont fishing license where required, available by direct purchase. Follow water-specific fishing rules, posted public-access rules and boat-registration requirements.

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: 2 trailers. Check seasonal dock and construction notices before travel.

Why this is included: 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.

Source checked 2026-10-07. Agency entry or reservation; no Back40 booking fee.

Public land & waterNo lottery

VT · 330 Airport Road, Coventry, VT 05825 · Fishing

Black River public fishing access

Bullhead, Chain Pickerel, Largemouth Bass, Northern Pike, Panfish, Smallmouth Bass, Yellow Perch

Agency-listed fishing access on Black River; the selected entry is at 330 Airport Road, Coventry, VT 05825. The access detail lists a steps launch. This is a launch-based fishing option; a public fishing pier is not confirmed.

Open access · Check seasons and closures

Licenses, access and what to check

Vermont fishing license where required, available by direct purchase. Follow water-specific fishing rules, posted public-access rules and boat-registration requirements.

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: 2 car. Check seasonal dock and construction notices before travel.

Why this is included: 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.

Source checked 2026-10-07. Agency entry or reservation; no Back40 booking fee.

Public land & waterNo lottery

VT · 99 Black Pond Road, Hubbardton, VT 05743 · Fishing

Breese Pond public fishing access

Black Crappie, Bullhead, Largemouth Bass, Northern Pike, Panfish, Yellow Perch

Agency-listed fishing access on Breese Pond; the selected entry is at 99 Black Pond Road, Hubbardton, VT 05743. The access detail lists a none launch. This is a launch-based fishing option; a public fishing pier is not confirmed.

5 agency-reported acres

Open access · Check seasons and closures

Licenses, access and what to check

Vermont fishing license where required, available by direct purchase. Follow water-specific fishing rules, posted public-access rules and boat-registration requirements.

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: 3 cars. Check seasonal dock and construction notices before travel.

Why this is included: 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.

Source checked 2026-10-07. Agency entry or reservation; no Back40 booking fee.

Public land & waterNo lottery

VT · 5107 Bristol Road, Bristol, VT 05443 · Fishing

Bristol Pond public fishing access

Black Crappie, Bullhead, Largemouth Bass, Northern Pike, Panfish, Yellow Perch

Agency-listed fishing access on Bristol Pond; the selected entry is at 5107 Bristol Road, Bristol, VT 05443. The access detail lists a concrete launch. This is a launch-based fishing option; a public fishing pier is not confirmed.

248 agency-reported acres

Open access · Check seasons and closures

Licenses, access and what to check

Vermont fishing license where required, available by direct purchase. Follow water-specific fishing rules, posted public-access rules and boat-registration requirements.

Use the named access area only; other shoreline may be private. Follow Vermont water-specific seasons and methods. Plowed In Winter. Agency parking capacity: 10 trailers. Check seasonal dock and construction notices before travel.

Why this is included: 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.

Source checked 2026-10-07. Agency entry or reservation; no Back40 booking fee.

Public land & waterNo lottery

VT · 177 Lake Access Road, Brownington, VT 05903 · Fishing

Brownington Pond public fishing access

Bullhead, Chain Pickerel, Panfish, Smallmouth Bass, Yellow Perch

Agency-listed fishing access on Brownington Pond; the selected entry is at 177 Lake Access Road, Brownington, VT 05903. The access detail lists a concrete plank launch. This is a launch-based fishing option; a public fishing pier is not confirmed.

136 agency-reported acres

Open access · Check seasons and closures

Licenses, access and what to check

Vermont fishing license where required, available by direct purchase. Follow water-specific fishing rules, posted public-access rules and boat-registration requirements.

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: 8 trailers. Check seasonal dock and construction notices before travel.

Why this is included: 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.

Source checked 2026-10-07. Agency entry or reservation; no Back40 booking fee.

Public land & waterNo lottery

VT · 1210 Buck Lake Road, Woodbury, VT 05681 · Fishing

Buck Lake public fishing access

Brook Trout, Bullhead, Panfish, Smallmouth Bass, Yellow Perch

Agency-listed fishing access on Buck Lake; the selected entry is at 1210 Buck Lake Road, Woodbury, VT 05681. The access detail lists a gravel launch. This is a launch-based fishing option; a public fishing pier is not confirmed.

39 agency-reported acres

Open access · Check seasons and closures

Licenses, access and what to check

Vermont fishing license where required, available by direct purchase. Follow water-specific fishing rules, posted public-access rules and boat-registration requirements.

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: 4 cars. Check seasonal dock and construction notices before travel.

Why this is included: 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.

Source checked 2026-10-07. Agency entry or reservation; no Back40 booking fee.

Public land & waterNo lottery

VT · 100 Bullhead Pond Road, Manchester, VT 05255 · Fishing

Bullhead Pond public fishing access

Brook Trout, Bullhead, Largemouth Bass, Yellow Perch

Agency-listed fishing access on Bullhead Pond; the selected entry is at 100 Bullhead Pond Road, Manchester, VT 05255. The access detail lists a none launch. This is a launch-based fishing option; a public fishing pier is not confirmed.

5 agency-reported acres

Open access · Check seasons and closures

Licenses, access and what to check

Vermont fishing license where required, available by direct purchase. Follow water-specific fishing rules, posted public-access rules and boat-registration requirements.

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: 5 cars. Check seasonal dock and construction notices before travel.

Why this is included: 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.

Source checked 2026-10-07. Agency entry or reservation; no Back40 booking fee.

Public land & waterNo lottery

VT · 930 Burr Pond Road, Sidbury, VT 05733 · Fishing

Burr Pond public fishing access

Black Crappie, Bullhead, Largemouth Bass, Northern Pike, Panfish, Yellow Perch

Agency-listed fishing access on Burr Pond; the selected entry is at 930 Burr Pond Road, Sidbury, VT 05733. The access detail lists a gravel launch. This is a launch-based fishing option; a public fishing pier is not confirmed.

74 agency-reported acres

Open access · Check seasons and closures

Licenses, access and what to check

Vermont fishing license where required, available by direct purchase. Follow water-specific fishing rules, posted public-access rules and boat-registration requirements.

Use the named access area only; other shoreline may be private. Follow Vermont water-specific seasons and methods. Plowed In Winter. Agency parking capacity: 5 trailers. Check seasonal dock and construction notices before travel.

Why this is included: 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.

Source checked 2026-10-07. Agency entry or reservation; no Back40 booking fee.

Public land & waterNo lottery

VT · 1805 Downer Road, Sharon, VT 05065 · Fishing

C.C.C. Pond public fishing access

Bullhead, Largemouth Bass, Panfish

Agency-listed fishing access on C.C.C. Pond; the selected entry is at 1805 Downer Road, Sharon, VT 05065. The access detail lists a gravel launch. This is a launch-based fishing option; a public fishing pier is not confirmed.

8 agency-reported acres

Open access · Check seasons and closures

Licenses, access and what to check

Vermont fishing license where required, available by direct purchase. Follow water-specific fishing rules, posted public-access rules and boat-registration requirements.

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: 15 trailers. Check seasonal dock and construction notices before travel.

Why this is included: 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.

Source checked 2026-10-07. Agency entry or reservation; no Back40 booking fee.

Public land & waterNo lottery

VT · 1142 Center Pond Road, Newark, VT 05871 · Fishing

Center Pond public fishing access

Brook Trout, Lake Trout

Agency-listed fishing access on Center Pond; the selected entry is at 1142 Center Pond Road, Newark, VT 05871. The access detail lists a gravel launch. This is a launch-based fishing option; a public fishing pier is not confirmed.

80 agency-reported acres

Open access · Check seasons and closures

Licenses, access and what to check

Vermont fishing license where required, available by direct purchase. Follow water-specific fishing rules, posted public-access rules and boat-registration requirements.

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: 4 trailers + 2 cars. Check seasonal dock and construction notices before travel.

Why this is included: 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.

Source checked 2026-10-07. Agency entry or reservation; no Back40 booking fee.

Public land & waterNo lottery

VT · 1 Campbell Bay Drive, Swanton, VT 05488 · Fishing

Charcoal Creek public fishing access

Black Crappie, Bowfin, Bullhead, Carp, Chain Pickerel, Channel Catfish, Largemouth Bass, Longnose Gar, Northern Pike, Panfish, White Perch, Yellow Perch

Agency-listed fishing access on Charcoal Creek; the selected entry is at 1 Campbell Bay Drive, Swanton, VT 05488. The access detail lists a none launch. This is a launch-based fishing option; a public fishing pier is not confirmed.

Open access · Check seasons and closures

Licenses, access and what to check

Vermont fishing license where required, available by direct purchase. Follow water-specific fishing rules, posted public-access rules and boat-registration requirements.

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: 12 cars. Check seasonal dock and construction notices before travel.

Why this is included: 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.

Source checked 2026-10-07. Agency entry or reservation; no Back40 booking fee.

Public land & waterNo lottery

VT · 218 Dam Road, Chittenden, VT 05737 · Fishing

Chittenden Reservoir public fishing access

Bullhead, Largemouth Bass, Panfish, Walleye, Yellow Perch

Agency-listed fishing access on Chittenden Reservoir; the selected entry is at 218 Dam Road, Chittenden, VT 05737. The access detail lists a gravel launch. This is a launch-based fishing option; a public fishing pier is not confirmed.

702 agency-reported acres

Open access · Check seasons and closures

Licenses, access and what to check

Vermont fishing license where required, available by direct purchase. Follow water-specific fishing rules, posted public-access rules and boat-registration requirements.

Use the named access area only; other shoreline may be private. Follow Vermont water-specific seasons and methods. Plowed In Winter. Agency parking capacity: 15 trailers + 10 cars. Check seasonal dock and construction notices before travel.

Why this is included: 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.

Source checked 2026-10-07. Agency entry or reservation; no Back40 booking fee.

Public land & waterNo lottery

VT · 3042 Dry Pond Road, Glover, VT 05839 · Fishing

Clark's Pond public fishing access

Bullhead, Chain Pickerel, Panfish, Yellow Perch

Agency-listed fishing access on Clark's Pond; the selected entry is at 3042 Dry Pond Road, Glover, VT 05839. The access detail lists a gravel launch. This is a launch-based fishing option; a public fishing pier is not confirmed.

33 agency-reported acres

Open access · Check seasons and closures

Licenses, access and what to check

Vermont fishing license where required, available by direct purchase. Follow water-specific fishing rules, posted public-access rules and boat-registration requirements.

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: 13 trailers + 1 ADA. Check seasonal dock and construction notices before travel.

Why this is included: 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.

Source checked 2026-10-07. Agency entry or reservation; no Back40 booking fee.

Public land & waterNo lottery

VT · 2500 Coits Pond Road, Cabot, VT 05647 · Fishing

Coits Pond public fishing access

Bullhead, Chain Pickerel, Largemouth Bass, Yellow Perch

Agency-listed fishing access on Coits Pond; the selected entry is at 2500 Coits Pond Road, Cabot, VT 05647. The access detail lists a none launch. This is a launch-based fishing option; a public fishing pier is not confirmed.

40 agency-reported acres

Open access · Check seasons and closures

Licenses, access and what to check

Vermont fishing license where required, available by direct purchase. Follow water-specific fishing rules, posted public-access rules and boat-registration requirements.

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: 3 cars. Check seasonal dock and construction notices before travel.

Why this is included: 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.

Source checked 2026-10-07. Agency entry or reservation; no Back40 booking fee.

Public land & waterNo lottery

VT · 2354 Kingdom Road, Plymouth, VT 05056 · Fishing

Colby Pond public fishing access

Brook Trout, Brown Trout

Agency-listed fishing access on Colby Pond; the selected entry is at 2354 Kingdom Road, Plymouth, VT 05056. The access detail lists a gravel launch. This is a launch-based fishing option; a public fishing pier is not confirmed.

20 agency-reported acres

Open access · Check seasons and closures

Licenses, access and what to check

Vermont fishing license where required, available by direct purchase. Follow water-specific fishing rules, posted public-access rules and boat-registration requirements.

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: 10 trailers. Check seasonal dock and construction notices before travel.

Why this is included: 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.

Source checked 2026-10-07. Agency entry or reservation; no Back40 booking fee.

Public land & waterNo lottery

VT · 2175 VT Route 100 North, Killington, VT 05751 · Fishing

Colton Pond public fishing access

Brook Trout, Bullhead, Largemouth Bass, Yellow Perch

Agency-listed fishing access on Colton Pond; the selected entry is at 2175 VT Route 100 North, Killington, VT 05751. The access detail lists a concrete plank launch. This is a launch-based fishing option; a public fishing pier is not confirmed.

27 agency-reported acres

Open access · Check seasons and closures

Licenses, access and what to check

Vermont fishing license where required, available by direct purchase. Follow water-specific fishing rules, posted public-access rules and boat-registration requirements.

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: 20 trailers + 1 ADA. Check seasonal dock and construction notices before travel.

Why this is included: 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.

Source checked 2026-10-07. Agency entry or reservation; no Back40 booking fee.

Public land & waterNo lottery

VT · 1659 South Barton Road, Barton, VT 05882 · Fishing

Crystal Lake public fishing access

Bullhead, Chain Pickerel, Lake Trout, Panfish, Rainbow Trout, Smallmouth Bass, Yellow Perch

Agency-listed fishing access on Crystal Lake; the selected entry is at 1659 South Barton Road, Barton, VT 05882. The access detail lists a concrete launch. A universal shore-fishing platform is listed.

778 agency-reported acres

Open access · Check seasons and closures

Licenses, access and what to check

Vermont fishing license where required, available by direct purchase. Follow water-specific fishing rules, posted public-access rules and boat-registration requirements.

Use the named access area only; other shoreline may be private. Follow Vermont water-specific seasons and methods. Plowed In Winter. Agency parking capacity: 10 trailers + 3 ADA. Check seasonal dock and construction notices before travel.

Why this is included: 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.

Source checked 2026-10-07. Agency entry or reservation; no Back40 booking fee.

Public land & waterNo lottery

VT · 376 Worcester Road, Calais, VT 05640 · Fishing

Curtis Pond public fishing access

Bullhead, Chain Pickerel, Largemouth Bass, Panfish, Yellow Perch

Agency-listed fishing access on Curtis Pond; the selected entry is at 376 Worcester Road, Calais, VT 05640. The access detail lists a gravel launch. This is a launch-based fishing option; a public fishing pier is not confirmed.

76 agency-reported acres

Open access · Check seasons and closures

Licenses, access and what to check

Vermont fishing license where required, available by direct purchase. Follow water-specific fishing rules, posted public-access rules and boat-registration requirements.

Use the named access area only; other shoreline may be private. Follow Vermont water-specific seasons and methods. Plowed In Winter. Agency parking capacity: 5 trailers + 3 cars. Check seasonal dock and construction notices before travel.

Why this is included: 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.

Source checked 2026-10-07. Agency entry or reservation; no Back40 booking fee.

What “no lottery” means. It applies to the species and access described, not every hunt on that property. Seasons, licenses, check-in, closures and capacity still apply. Public access does not reserve an exclusive spot. Check the agency’s current rules before travel. Back40 does not sell public-land access.
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