Fly Fish
In Cavendish, Chester, Ludlow, Weston, Plymouth, Mt Holly, and Weathersfield Vermont, trout are the species of choice for most Vermont fishermen. Their flash of color, aggressive behavior and love of a fight make them a favorite sport fish. In this region the Black River along Route 131 east of Cavendish offers some of Vermont's best trout terrain with ease of access and parking areas. The area is designated as a Trophy Trout Stream and restricted to artificial lures or flies only. The so called Ludlow Lakes located on Route 100 north produce rainbows and lake trout in good numbers.
Cold steep mountain streams, too numerous to list are usually a sure bet for wild brook trout. The harsh environment of these streams often limits the size of the brook trout, eight inches would generally be considered a trophy. Obtain a good topographical map or just tour our many back roads. Maps of the area can be obtained at the Chamber Office.
Fishing season begins on the 2nd Saturday in April and ends on the last Sunday in October. Any person under the age of 15 may take fish without a license. Resident and Non Resident licenses can be purchased at Sporting Goods Stores, General Stores, and Town Clerks offices.
Fees: Non Resident age 15-17 $15, Adult 1 day: $15; 3 day: $20; 7 day: $30 and full season $41. Obtain a free copy of 2003 Digest of Fishing, Hunting and Trapping Laws.
Vermont's ponds and larger streams and lakes contain both small and large mouth bass in good numbers. Lowell Lake off Route 11 West of Chester produces four pound small mouth consistently. No power boats are allowed and this lake is a good candidate for a canoe. The Connecticut River south of Springfield produces bass in good quantity. Boat launch access to the river are numerous.
Ask questions. Check with bait and tackle shops. Our general stores are also a great source of information. The Okemo Valley Regional Chamber Office on Route 103/100 in Ludlow also tracks the what and where.
Don't forget to use the email form on this site to obtain a FREE copy of the Vermont Fishing guide. Above all else, have fun and enjoy your time
outdoors.
The satisfaction of helping a child catch their first fish is an extraordinary experience not to be missed on your Vacation in Vermont. A simple rod, reel and bait are all that is required. Success results from timing ie early or late in the day and finding the right location.
Camp Plymouth State Park on the back of Echo Lake (Rt 100 North) offers a special dock for fishing. Renting a row boat to explore the shallow parts of the lake generally yields success.
West Hill Park in Ludlow has a large pond where Brook Trout can be caught from the shoreline at Dusk.
Most of the small ponds and lakes in the region will yield fish from the banks to the young angler.
For assistance contact your hosts
Satisfaction for all ages
Rainbow, Lake, Brown and Brook Trout
Trout are the species of choice for most Vermont fishermen. Their flash of color, aggressive behavior and love of a fight make them a favorite sport fish. In this region the Black River along Route 131 east of Cavendish offers some of Vermont's best trout terrain with ease of access and parking areas. The area is designated as a Trophy Trout Stream and restricted to artificial lures or flies only. The so called Ludlow Lakes located on Route 100 north produce rainbows and lake trout in good numbers.
The lure preferred by Vermont trout are nymph's, specifically dark olive or brown soft hackles. The classic Hares Ear is also a good producer along with Woolly Buggers tied as a bright green pattern. As the weather warms top feeding greet hatches of all manner of insects.
Wild Trout...where to fish
Cold steep mountain streams, too numerous to list are usually a sure bet for wild brook trout. The harsh environment of these streams often limits the size of the brook trout, eight inches would generally be considered a trophy. Obtain a good topographical map or just tour our many back roads. Maps of the area can be obtained at the Chamber Office.
Fly Fishing
The lure preferred by Vermont trout are nymph's, specifically dark olive or brown soft hackles. The classic Hares Ear is also a good producer along with Woolly Buggers tied as a bright green pattern. As the weather warms top feeding greet hatches of all manner of insects.
License
Fishing season begins on the 2nd Saturday in April and ends on the last Sunday in October. Any person under the age of 15 may take fish without a license. Resident and Non Resident licenses can be purchased at Sporting Goods Stores, General Stores, and Town Clerks offices.
Fees: Non Resident age 15-17 $15, Adult 1 day: $15; 3 day: $20; 7 day: $30 and full season $41. Obtain a free copy of 2003 Digest of Fishing, Hunting and Trapping Laws.
Other Fishing
Vermont's ponds and larger streams and lakes contain both small and large mouth bass in good numbers. Lowell Lake off Route 11 West of Chester produces four pound small mouth consistently. No power boats are allowed and this lake is a good candidate for a canoe. The Connecticut River south of Springfield produces bass in good quantity. Boat launch access to the river are numerous.
SUCCESS
Ask questions. Check with bait and tackle shops. Our general stores are also a great source of information. The Okemo Valley Regional Chamber Office on Route 103/100 in Ludlow also tracks the what and where.
Don't forget to use the email form on this site to obtain a FREE copy of the Vermont Fishing guide. Above all else, have fun and enjoy your time
outdoors.
Fishing with Kids
The satisfaction of helping a child catch their first fish is an extraordinary experience not to be missed on your Vacation in Vermont. A simple rod, reel and bait are all that is required. Success results from timing ie early or late in the day and finding the right location.
Camp Plymouth State Park on the back of Echo Lake (Rt 100 North) offers a special dock for fishing. Renting a row boat to explore the shallow parts of the lake generally yields success.
West Hill Park in Ludlow has a large pond where Brook Trout can be caught from the shoreline at Dusk.
Most of the small ponds and lakes in the region will yield fish from the banks to the young angler.
For assistance contact your hosts
Local Trout Fishing
Golden Stage Inn
399 Depot St
Proctorsville, VT 05153
802.226.7744
Fax: 802.226.7882
800.253.8226
goldenstageinn@tds.net
Stay & Ski pkgs. Four season historic ten-room, antique-filled, country B&B inn. Like coming home. 18th century stagecoach stop, later home to Otis Skinner famous theatre performer & his daughter Cornelia Otis Skinner. Full or Continental breakfasts, gardens, full-size seasonal pool. Wheelchair accessible. Central A/C. Famous for our Bottom-Less cookie jar! Self-Guided Bicycle Tours. Close to Six Loose Ladies yarn shop. Trophy trout fish the Black River.
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