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Public land & waterNo lottery

VT · 150 Number 10 Pond Road, Calais, VT 05648 · Fishing

Mirror Lake public fishing access

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

Agency-listed fishing access on Mirror Lake; the selected entry is at 150 Number 10 Pond Road, Calais, VT 05648. The access detail lists a concrete plank launch. This is a launch-based fishing option; a public fishing pier is not confirmed.

86 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: 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 · 15 Saint Albans Road, Swanton, VT 05488 · Fishing

Missisquoi River public fishing access

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

Agency-listed fishing access on Missisquoi River; the selected entry is at 15 Saint Albans Road, 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: 25 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 · 185 Access Road, Monkton, VT 05473 · Fishing

Monkton Pond public fishing access

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

Agency-listed fishing access on Monkton Pond; the selected entry is at 185 Access Road, Monkton, VT 05473. The access detail lists a concrete plank launch. This is a launch-based fishing option; a public fishing pier is not confirmed.

114 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 · 673 VT Route 78, Alburg, VT 05440 · Fishing

Mud Creek Pond public fishing access

Black Crappie, Bowfin, Bullhead, Carp, Chain Pickerel, Largemouth Bass, Northern Pike, Panfish, Yellow Perch

Agency-listed fishing access on Mud Creek Pond; the selected entry is at 673 VT Route 78, Alburg, VT 05440. The access detail lists a none launch. A universal shore-fishing platform is listed.

318 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 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 · 682 Nelson Pond Road, Woodbury, VT 05681 · Fishing

Nelson Pond public fishing access

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

Agency-listed fishing access on Nelson Pond; the selected entry is at 682 Nelson Pond 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.

125 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 · 908 Lincoln Road, Bristol, VT 05443 · Fishing

New Haven River public fishing access

Brook Trout, Rainbow Trout

Agency-listed fishing access on New Haven River; the selected entry is at 908 Lincoln Road, Bristol, VT 05443. The access detail lists a none launch. A universal shore-fishing platform is listed.

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 · 1435 Newark Pond Road, Newark, VT 05871 · Fishing

Newark Pond public fishing access

Bullhead, Rainbow Trout, Smallmouth Bass, Yellow Perch

Agency-listed fishing access on Newark Pond; the selected entry is at 1435 Newark 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.

163 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 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 · 3268 VT Route 14 North, East Montpelier, VT 05651 · Fishing

North Montpelier Pond public fishing access

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

Agency-listed fishing access on North Montpelier Pond; the selected entry is at 3268 VT Route 14 North, East Montpelier, VT 05651. The access detail lists a gravel launch. This is a launch-based fishing option; a public fishing pier is not confirmed.

72 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 · 224 Norton Lake Access Road, Warrens Gore, VT 05907 · Fishing

Norton Pond public fishing access

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

Agency-listed fishing access on Norton Pond; the selected entry is at 224 Norton Lake Access Road, Warrens Gore, VT 05907. The access detail lists a concrete plank launch. This is a launch-based fishing option; a public fishing pier is not confirmed.

583 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 · 3321 VT Route 105, Ferdinand, VT 05905 · Fishing

Nulhegan River public fishing access

Rainbow Trout

Agency-listed fishing access on Nulhegan River; the selected entry is at 3321 VT Route 105, Ferdinand, VT 05905. 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 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 · 17 Old Bridge Road, Norwich, VT 05055 · Fishing

Ompompanoosuc River public fishing access

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

Agency-listed fishing access on Ompompanoosuc River; the selected entry is at 17 Old Bridge Road, Norwich, VT 05055. 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: 6 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 · 2712 VT Route 105, Charleston, VT 05872 · Fishing

Pensioner Pond public fishing access

Brook Trout, Bullhead, Chain Pickerel, Smallmouth Bass, Yellow Perch

Agency-listed fishing access on Pensioner Pond; the selected entry is at 2712 VT Route 105, Charleston, VT 05872. The access detail lists a gravel launch. This is a launch-based fishing option; a public fishing pier is not confirmed.

170 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. 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 · 1640 Perch Pond Road, Benson, VT 05760 · Fishing

Perch Pond public fishing access

Bullhead, Largemouth Bass, Panfish, Yellow Perch

Agency-listed fishing access on Perch Pond; the selected entry is at 1640 Perch Pond Road, Benson, VT 05760. The access detail lists a none launch. This is a launch-based fishing option; a public fishing pier is not confirmed.

24 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 · 8650 VT Route 9, Woodford, VT 05201 · Fishing

Red Mill Pond public fishing access

Brook Trout

Agency-listed fishing access on Red Mill Pond; the selected entry is at 8650 VT Route 9, Woodford, VT 05201. 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: 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 · 3123 Rood Pond Road, Williamstown, VT 05679 · Fishing

Rood Pond public fishing access

Brook Trout, Bullhead, Largemouth Bass, Yellow Perch

Agency-listed fishing access on Rood Pond; the selected entry is at 3123 Rood Pond Road, Williamstown, VT 05679. The access detail lists a concrete plank launch. A universal shore-fishing platform is listed.

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. 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 · 969 VT Route 14, Woodbury, VT 05681 · Fishing

Sabin Pond public fishing access

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

Agency-listed fishing access on Sabin Pond; the selected entry is at 969 VT Route 14, Woodbury, VT 05681. The access detail lists a concrete launch. This is a launch-based fishing option; a public fishing pier is not confirmed.

142 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 · 1378 Shadow Lake Road, Glover, VT 05839 · Fishing

Shadow Lake-Glover public fishing access

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

Agency-listed fishing access on Shadow Lake-Glover; the selected entry is at 1378 Shadow Lake Road, Glover, VT 05839. The access detail lists a concrete launch. This is a launch-based fishing option; a public fishing pier is not confirmed.

199 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: 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 · 296 Pond Access Road, Shelburne, VT 05482 · Fishing

Shelburne Pond public fishing access

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

Agency-listed fishing access on Shelburne Pond; the selected entry is at 296 Pond Access Road, Shelburne, VT 05482. The access detail lists a gravel launch. This is a launch-based fishing option; a public fishing pier is not confirmed.

450 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: 14 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 · 764 South Pond Road, Marlboro, VT 05301 · Fishing

South Pond public fishing access

Brown Trout, Rainbow Trout

Agency-listed fishing access on South Pond; the selected entry is at 764 South Pond Road, Marlboro, VT 05301. The access detail lists a concrete plank launch. This is a launch-based fishing option; a public fishing pier is not confirmed.

68 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 · 1351 South Stream Road, Pownal, VT 05261 · Fishing

South Stream public fishing access

Bullhead, Chain Pickerel, Panfish

Agency-listed fishing access on South Stream; the selected entry is at 1351 South Stream Road, Pownal, VT 05261. 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: 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 · 133 Fishing Village Road, Brighton, VT 05846 · Fishing

Spectacle Pond public fishing access

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

Agency-listed fishing access on Spectacle Pond; the selected entry is at 133 Fishing Village Road, Brighton, VT 05846. The access detail lists a concrete plank launch. This is a launch-based fishing option; a public fishing pier is not confirmed.

102 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 · 1973 Perch Pond Road, Rutland, VT 05743 · Fishing

Sunset Lake public fishing access

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

Agency-listed fishing access on Sunset Lake; the selected entry is at 1973 Perch Pond Road, Rutland, VT 05743. The access detail lists a none launch. A universal shore-fishing platform is listed.

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: N/A. 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 · 75 Ticklenaked Pond Road, Ryegate, VT 05069 · Fishing

Ticklenaked Pond public fishing access

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

Agency-listed fishing access on Ticklenaked Pond; the selected entry is at 75 Ticklenaked Pond 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.

48 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 · 72 Fishing Road, Woodbury, VT 05681 · Fishing

Valley Lake public fishing access

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

Agency-listed fishing access on Valley Lake; the selected entry is at 72 Fishing 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.

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. 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.

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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