Derby Center, VT Fishing Trip — December
Your Derby Center, VT Fishing Trip
December2 peopleFamily Trip
High 26°F / Low 8°F3.7" rain · 16 rainy daysCold weather — dress in warm layers and bring waterproof gear.
What’s Biting in December
FairChannel Catfish
Bottom Fishing · Jug Fishing
FairLargemouth Bass
Spinning · Baitcasting
LowSmallmouth Bass
Casting · Fly Fishing
LowWalleye
Various
December Weather in Derby Center
26°F
Avg High
8°F
Avg Low
3.7"
Rainfall
16
Rainy Days
Cold weather — dress in warm layers and bring waterproof gear.
7 Guides Near Derby Center
No guides are based in Derby Center, but these guides operate nearby.
$910
Estimated total for 2 people
$455
per person
Charter $500
Tip $100
Licenses $60
Food $100
Lodging $150
Estimates based on local charter rates and averages. Contact guides for exact pricing.
What's Biting By Month
Peak
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What to Bring
Check with your guide about what gear is provided. Here's a recommended packing list:
Essentials
- Sunscreen (SPF 50+)
- Polarized sunglasses
- Hat or visor
- Weather-appropriate clothing
- Non-marking shoes or deck shoes
Food & Personal
- Water and drinks (stay hydrated)
- Snacks or lunch
- Cooler for your catch
- Motion sickness medication (if needed)
- Camera or phone (waterproof case recommended)
- Valid fishing license (confirm with captain)
For inshore / freshwater Fishing
- Bug spray
- Rain gear
- Light rain jacket
Vermont Fishing License
License Cost
Resident$28
Non-Resident$54
Requirements
Required for ages 15+. Covers all freshwater fishing. Lake Champlain reciprocal.
Species Regulations
Channel Catfish
Season:Year-round
Bag Limit:No limit
Size Limit:No size limit
None
Largemouth Bass
Season:Second Saturday in June to November 30
Bag Limit:5 per day
Size Limit:12-inch minimum
Check the Vermont Fishing Guide for specific lake exceptions.
Smallmouth Bass
Season:June 8 - November 30
Bag Limit:5 per day
Size Limit:10-inch minimum
Check specific waterbody regulations for exceptions.
Walleye
Season:May 4 - March 15
Bag Limit:3 per day
Size Limit:18-inch minimum
Consult the Vermont Fish and Wildlife regulations for specific waterbody exceptions and closures.