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Public land & waterNo lottery

VT · 56 Daniels Pond Road, Glover, VT 05875 · Fishing

Daniels Pond public fishing access

Bullhead, Chain Pickerel, Panfish, Yellow Perch

Agency-listed fishing access on Daniels Pond; the selected entry is at 56 Daniels Pond Road, Glover, VT 05875. The access detail lists a gravel launch. This is a launch-based fishing option; a public fishing pier is not confirmed.

61 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: 5 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 · 2152 VT Route 17 West, Addison, VT 05491 · Fishing

Dead Creek public fishing access

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

Agency-listed fishing access on Dead Creek; the selected entry is at 2152 VT Route 17 West, Addison, VT 05491. The access detail lists a gravel 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: 20 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 · 254 Nelson Hill Road, Derby, VT 05829 · Fishing

Derby Pond public fishing access

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

Agency-listed fishing access on Derby Pond; the selected entry is at 254 Nelson Hill Road, Derby, VT 05829. The access detail lists a concrete plank launch. This is a launch-based fishing option; a public fishing pier is not confirmed.

206 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 + 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 · 880 Peacham Danville Road, Peacham, VT 05821 · Fishing

Ewell Pond public fishing access

Rainbow Trout, Yellow Perch

Agency-listed fishing access on Ewell Pond; the selected entry is at 880 Peacham Danville Road, Peacham, VT 05821. The access detail lists a concrete plank launch. This is a launch-based fishing option; a public fishing pier is not confirmed.

50 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: 12 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 · 1691 VT Route 36, Fairfield, VT 05455 · Fishing

Fairfield Swamp public fishing access

Bullhead, Chain Pickerel, Panfish

Agency-listed fishing access on Fairfield Swamp; the selected entry is at 1691 VT Route 36, Fairfield, VT 05455. The access detail lists a gravel launch. This is a launch-based fishing option; a public fishing pier is not confirmed.

160 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 · 701 Foster Pond Road, Peacham, VT 05862 · Fishing

Foster Pond public fishing access

Bullhead, Chain Pickerel

Agency-listed fishing access on Foster Pond; the selected entry is at 701 Foster Pond Road, Peacham, VT 05862. The access detail lists a concrete plank launch. This is a launch-based fishing option; a public fishing pier is not confirmed.

62 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 · 235 Gale Meadow Road, South Londonderry, VT 05155 · Fishing

Gale Meadows Pond public fishing access

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

Agency-listed fishing access on Gale Meadows Pond; the selected entry is at 235 Gale Meadow Road, South Londonderry, VT 05155. The access detail lists a concrete plank launch. A universal shore-fishing platform is listed.

195 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 + 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 · 304 Cottage Road, Averill, VT 05901 · Fishing

Great Averill Pond public fishing access

Brook Trout, Lake Trout, Rainbow Smelt

Agency-listed fishing access on Great Averill Pond; the selected entry is at 304 Cottage Road, Averill, VT 05901. The access detail lists a concrete launch. This is a launch-based fishing option; a public fishing pier is not confirmed.

812 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 + 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 · 769 Lost Nation Road, Craftsbury, VT 05827 · Fishing

Great Hosmer Pond public fishing access

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

Agency-listed fishing access on Great Hosmer Pond; the selected entry is at 769 Lost Nation Road, Craftsbury, VT 05827. The access detail lists a gravel 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 trailers + 1 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 · 4685 Vt Route 14, Woodbury, VT 05681 · Fishing

Greenwood Lake public fishing access

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

Agency-listed fishing access on Greenwood Lake; the selected entry is at 4685 Vt Route 14, Woodbury, VT 05681. The access detail lists a concrete plank launch. This is a launch-based fishing option; a public fishing pier is not confirmed.

83 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: 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 · 741 Halls Lake Rd, Newbury, VT 05051 · Fishing

Halls Lake public fishing access

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

Agency-listed fishing access on Halls Lake; the selected entry is at 741 Halls Lake Rd, Newbury, VT 05051. The access detail lists a gravel launch. This is a launch-based fishing option; a public fishing pier is not confirmed.

85 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 · 1286 Craftsbury Road, Hardwick, VT 05843 · Fishing

Hardwick Lake public fishing access

Bullhead, Chain Pickerel, Panfish, Yellow Perch

Agency-listed fishing access on Hardwick Lake; the selected entry is at 1286 Craftsbury Road, Hardwick, VT 05843. The access detail lists a gravel launch. This is a launch-based fishing option; a public fishing pier is not confirmed.

145 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 · 2628 Roy Mountain Road, Barnet, VT 05821 · Fishing

Harvey Lake public fishing access

Chain Pickerel, Lake Trout, Panfish, Rainbow Smelt, Rainbow Trout, Yellow Perch

Agency-listed fishing access on Harvey Lake; the selected entry is at 2628 Roy Mountain Road, Barnet, VT 05821. The access detail lists a concrete launch. This is a launch-based fishing option; a public fishing pier is not confirmed.

409 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: 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 · 300 Fishing Access Road, Holland, VT 05830 · Fishing

Holland Pond public fishing access

Chain Pickerel, Rainbow Trout

Agency-listed fishing access on Holland Pond; the selected entry is at 300 Fishing Access Road, Holland, VT 05830. The access detail lists a concrete plank launch. This is a launch-based fishing option; a public fishing pier is not confirmed.

334 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: 12 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 · 24 Horse Pond Road, Greensboro, VT 05841 · Fishing

Horse Pond public fishing access

Bullhead, Chain Pickerel, Yellow Perch

Agency-listed fishing access on Horse Pond; the selected entry is at 24 Horse Pond Road, Greensboro, VT 05841. The access detail lists a gravel launch. This is a launch-based fishing option; a public fishing pier is not confirmed.

32 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 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 · 16 Ripple Cove, Brighton, VT 05846 · Fishing

Island Pond public fishing access

Brook Trout, Brown Trout, Bullhead, Burbot, Chain Pickerel, Largemouth Bass, Rainbow Smelt, Rainbow Trout, Smallmouth Bass, Walleye, Yellow Perch

Agency-listed fishing access on Island Pond; the selected entry is at 16 Ripple Cove, Brighton, VT 05846. The access detail lists a concrete launch. This is a launch-based fishing option; a public fishing pier is not confirmed.

608 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 + 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 · 2985 Newark Road, Westmore, VT 05860 · Fishing

Job's Pond public fishing access

Brook Trout

Agency-listed fishing access on Job's Pond; the selected entry is at 2985 Newark 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.

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: 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 · 1400 Harveys Hollow Road, Peacham, VT 05862 · Fishing

Keiser Pond public fishing access

Bullhead, Chain Pickerel, Yellow Perch

Agency-listed fishing access on Keiser Pond; the selected entry is at 1400 Harveys Hollow Road, Peacham, VT 05862. The access detail lists a concrete plank 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: 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 · 1190 Knapp Pond Road, Cavendish, VT 05153 · Fishing

Knapp Pond #1 public fishing access

Rainbow Trout

Agency-listed fishing access on Knapp Pond #1; the selected entry is at 1190 Knapp Pond Road, Cavendish, VT 05153. The access detail lists a concrete plank launch. A universal shore-fishing platform is listed.

25 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 + 10 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 · 1426 Knapp Pond Road, Cavendish, VT 05153 · Fishing

Knapp Pond #2 public fishing access

Brook Trout

Agency-listed fishing access on Knapp Pond #2; the selected entry is at 1426 Knapp Pond Road, Cavendish, VT 05153. The access detail lists a concrete plank launch. This is a launch-based fishing option; a public fishing pier is not confirmed.

35 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 · 2324 Lake Road, Franklin, VT 05457 · Fishing

Lake Carmi public fishing access

Black Crappie, Bullhead, Largemouth Bass, Northern Pike, Panfish, Smallmouth Bass, Walleye, White Crappie, Yellow Perch

Agency-listed fishing access on Lake Carmi; the selected entry is at 2324 Lake Road, Franklin, VT 05457. The access detail lists a concrete launch. This is a launch-based fishing option; a public fishing pier is not confirmed.

1,402 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 · 947 West Shore Road, Salisbury, VT 05769 · Fishing

Lake Dunmore public fishing access

Black Crappie, Bullhead, Lake Trout, Largemouth Bass, Landlocked Salmon, Northern Pike, Panfish, Rainbow Smelt, Rainbow Trout, Smallmouth Bass, Yellow Perch

Agency-listed fishing access on Lake Dunmore; the selected entry is at 947 West Shore Road, Salisbury, VT 05769. The access detail lists a concrete launch. This is a launch-based fishing option; a public fishing pier is not confirmed.

1,037 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: 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 · 1710 Elligo Lake Road, Greensboro, VT 05841 · Fishing

Lake Eligo public fishing access

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

Agency-listed fishing access on Lake Eligo; the selected entry is at 1710 Elligo Lake Road, Greensboro, VT 05841. The access detail lists a concrete launch. This is a launch-based fishing option; a public fishing pier is not confirmed.

190 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: 12 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 · 900 Camp Road, Elmore, VT 05661 · Fishing

Lake Elmore public fishing access

Bullhead, Northern Pike, Panfish, Smallmouth Bass, Yellow Perch

Agency-listed fishing access on Lake Elmore; the selected entry is at 900 Camp Road, Elmore, VT 05661. The access detail lists a concrete launch. This is a launch-based fishing option; a public fishing pier is not confirmed.

224 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. 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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