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Public land & waterNo lottery

VT · 99 Beebe Lane, Williston, VT 05496 · Fishing

Lake Iroquois public fishing access

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

Agency-listed fishing access on Lake Iroquois; the selected entry is at 99 Beebe Lane, Williston, VT 05496. The access detail lists a concrete plank launch. This is a launch-based fishing option; a public fishing pier is not confirmed.

229 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. 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 · 1530 Lake Morey Road, Fairlee, VT 05045 · Fishing

Lake Morey public fishing access

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

Agency-listed fishing access on Lake Morey; the selected entry is at 1530 Lake Morey Road, Fairlee, VT 05045. The access detail lists a concrete launch. This is a launch-based fishing option; a public fishing pier is not confirmed.

547 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: 7 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 · 54 Hastings Lane, Mount Holly, VT 05758 · Fishing

Lake Ninevah public fishing access

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

Agency-listed fishing access on Lake Ninevah; the selected entry is at 54 Hastings Lane, Mount Holly, VT 05758. The access detail lists a gravel launch. This is a launch-based fishing option; a public fishing pier is not confirmed.

171 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: 7 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 · 150 Fishing Access Road, North Bennington, VT 05257 · Fishing

Lake Paran public fishing access

Brook Trout, Brown Trout, Bullhead, Largemouth Bass, Panfish, Rainbow Trout, Yellow Perch

Agency-listed fishing access on Lake Paran; the selected entry is at 150 Fishing Access Road, North Bennington, VT 05257. The access detail lists a concrete launch. A universal shore-fishing platform is listed.

40 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: 8 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 · 113 Access Lane, Glover, VT 05875 · Fishing

Lake Parker public fishing access

Bullhead, Chain Pickerel, Largemouth Bass, Panfish, Rainbow Trout, Smallmouth Bass, White Perch, Yellow Perch

Agency-listed fishing access on Lake Parker; the selected entry is at 113 Access Lane, Glover, VT 05875. The access detail lists a concrete launch. This is a launch-based fishing option; a public fishing pier is not confirmed.

239 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: 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 · 470 Lake Raponda Road, Wilmington, VT 05363 · Fishing

Lake Raponda public fishing access

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

Agency-listed fishing access on Lake Raponda; the selected entry is at 470 Lake Raponda Road, Wilmington, VT 05363. The access detail lists a gravel launch. This is a launch-based fishing option; a public fishing pier is not confirmed.

116 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. 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 · 38 Fishing Access Road, Ludlow, VT 05149 · Fishing

Lake Rescue public fishing access

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

Agency-listed fishing access on Lake Rescue; the selected entry is at 38 Fishing Access Road, Ludlow, VT 05149. The access detail lists a concrete plank launch. This is a launch-based fishing option; a public fishing pier is not confirmed.

229 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: 7 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 · 200 Sadawga Lake Road, Whitingham, VT 05361 · Fishing

Lake Sadawga public fishing access

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

Agency-listed fishing access on Lake Sadawga; the selected entry is at 200 Sadawga Lake Road, Whitingham, VT 05361. The access detail lists a gravel launch. This is a launch-based fishing option; a public fishing pier is not confirmed.

194 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 · 169 West Lake Road, Wells, VT 05774 · Fishing

Lake Saint Catherine public fishing access

Black Crappie, Brown Trout, Bullhead, Largemouth Bass, Northern Pike, Panfish, Rainbow Trout, Smallmouth Bass, Yellow Perch

Agency-listed fishing access on Lake Saint Catherine; the selected entry is at 169 West Lake Road, Wells, VT 05774. The access detail lists a concrete launch. This is a launch-based fishing option; a public fishing pier is not confirmed.

883 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: 30 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 · 1800 VT Route 5A, Westmore, VT 05860 · Fishing

Lake Willoughby public fishing access

Burbot, Lake Trout, Landlocked Salmon, Rainbow Smelt, Rainbow Trout, Yellow Perch

Agency-listed fishing access on Lake Willoughby; the selected entry is at 1800 VT Route 5A, Westmore, VT 05860. The access detail lists a gravel launch. This is a launch-based fishing option; a public fishing pier is not confirmed.

1,653 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 + 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 · 44 Boat Dock Road, Craftsbury, VT 05826 · Fishing

Little Hosmer Pond public fishing access

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

Agency-listed fishing access on Little Hosmer Pond; the selected entry is at 44 Boat Dock Road, Craftsbury, VT 05826. The access detail lists a concrete plank launch. This is a launch-based fishing option; a public fishing pier is not confirmed.

183 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 · 2102 Hawkins Road, Ferrisburg, VT 05456 · Fishing

Little Otter Creek public fishing access

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

Agency-listed fishing access on Little Otter Creek; the selected entry is at 2102 Hawkins Road, Ferrisburg, VT 05456. The access detail lists a concrete plank 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: 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 · 212 Hayward Road, Derby, VT 05829 · Fishing

Little Salem Lake public fishing access

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

Agency-listed fishing access on Little Salem Lake; the selected entry is at 212 Hayward Road, Derby, VT 05829. The access detail lists a gravel launch. This is a launch-based fishing option; a public fishing pier is not confirmed.

788 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 · 1992 Long Pond Road, Westmore, VT 05860 · Fishing

Long Pond public fishing access

Brook Trout, Lake Trout

Agency-listed fishing access on Long Pond; the selected entry is at 1992 Long 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.

103 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 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 · 647 South Hunt MIill Road, Ryegate, VT 05069 · Fishing

Lower Symes Pond public fishing access

Bullhead, Chain Pickerel

Agency-listed fishing access on Lower Symes Pond; the selected entry is at 647 South Hunt MIill Road, Ryegate, VT 05069. The access detail lists a gravel launch. This is a launch-based fishing option; a public fishing pier is not confirmed.

57 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 · 385 North Pond Road, Walden, VT 05873 · Fishing

Lyford Pond public fishing access

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

Agency-listed fishing access on Lyford Pond; the selected entry is at 385 North Pond Road, Walden, VT 05873. The access detail lists a none 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: 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 · 4806 VT Route 100B, Moretown, VT 05602 · Fishing

Mad River public fishing access

Brown Trout, Rainbow Trout

Agency-listed fishing access on Mad River; the selected entry is at 4806 VT Route 100B, Moretown, VT 05602. 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: 30 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 · 245 Westside Lake Road, Maidstone, VT 05905 · Fishing

Maidstone Lake public fishing access

Bullhead, Burbot, Lake Trout, Panfish, Rainbow Trout, Yellow Perch

Agency-listed fishing access on Maidstone Lake; the selected entry is at 245 Westside Lake Road, Maidstone, VT 05905. The access detail lists a concrete launch. This is a launch-based fishing option; a public fishing pier is not confirmed.

796 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 · 1327 Green Bay Loop, Peacham, VT 05862 · Fishing

Martins Pond public fishing access

Brook Trout, Bullhead

Agency-listed fishing access on Martins Pond; the selected entry is at 1327 Green Bay Loop, 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.

77 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 · 2145 May Pond Road, Barton, VT 05822 · Fishing

May Pond public fishing access

Brook Trout

Agency-listed fishing access on May Pond; the selected entry is at 2145 May Pond Road, Barton, VT 05822. The access detail lists a gravel launch. This is a launch-based fishing option; a public fishing pier is not confirmed.

116 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 · 239 McIntosh Pond Road, Royalton, VT 05068 · Fishing

McIntosh Pond public fishing access

Brook Trout, Bullhead, Rainbow Trout

Agency-listed fishing access on McIntosh Pond; the selected entry is at 239 McIntosh Pond Road, Royalton, VT 05068. The access detail lists a concrete plank launch. This is a launch-based fishing option; a public fishing pier is not confirmed.

23 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 · 1851 VT Route 30, Rupert, VT 05776 · Fishing

Mettawee River public fishing access

Brook Trout, Brown Trout, Rainbow Trout

Agency-listed fishing access on Mettawee River; the selected entry is at 1851 VT Route 30, Rupert, VT 05776. 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: 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 · 154 Campers Lane, Concord, VT 05824 · Fishing

Miles Pond public fishing access

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

Agency-listed fishing access on Miles Pond; the selected entry is at 154 Campers Lane, Concord, VT 05824. 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. 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 · 367 Miller Pond Road, Strafford, VT 05072 · Fishing

Miller Pond public fishing access

Brook Trout, Largemouth Bass, Panfish, Rainbow Trout

Agency-listed fishing access on Miller Pond; the selected entry is at 367 Miller Pond Road, Strafford, VT 05072. The access detail lists a concrete plank launch. This is a launch-based fishing option; a public fishing pier is not confirmed.

63 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.

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.
How we build this database

We match named agency areas and maps with ordinary-license species rules and area-specific exceptions. Each record has a source-check date. Records requiring an access or species drawing, unresolved access, and reviews older than 90 days stay out of search. This is a trip-planning database, not a live availability feed.

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