Old Bennington, VT Fishing Trip — August

Your Old Bennington, VT Fishing Trip

August2 peopleFamily Trip
High 76°F / Low 58°F1.6" rain · 7 rainy daysGreat weather for fishing — light layers and sunscreen recommended.

What’s Biting in August

Brown TroutGood
Brown Trout
Various
Northern PikeGood
Northern Pike
Various
Largemouth BassFair
Largemouth Bass
Spinning · Baitcasting
CrappieFair
Crappie
Jigging · Live Bait Fishing

August Weather in Old Bennington

76°F
Avg High
58°F
Avg Low
1.6"
Rainfall
7
Rainy Days

Great weather for fishing — light layers and sunscreen recommended.

5 Guides Near Old Bennington

No guides are based in Old Bennington, 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.

Vermont Fishing License

License Cost
Resident$28
Non-Resident$54
Requirements

Required for ages 15+. Covers all freshwater fishing. Lake Champlain reciprocal.

Buy License Online — Vermont

Species Regulations

Brown Trout
Season:Varies by water; check regulations
Bag Limit:6 per day (combined trout and salmon)
Size Limit:Varies by water; check regulations

Regulations vary significantly depending on the specific water body. Consult the Vermont Fish and Wildlife regulations before fishing.

Northern Pike
Season:Year-round
Bag Limit:5 per day
Size Limit:20-inch minimum

Some waters may have specific restrictions; consult the Vermont Fish and Wildlife regulations.

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.

Crappie
Season:Year-round
Bag Limit:25 per day
Size Limit:No size limit

None

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