Vermont Fishing

Colleague Pond

The scenic Lake of Colleague Pond in the eastern part of Vermont delivers exceptional fishing conditions throughout the year. Colleague Pond is located near the eastern part of Vermont at coordinates 43.22, -71.82. The exceptional lake provides stable water levels and diverse habitat for Largemouth Bass, Walleye, Northern Pike. Local anglers frequently report success with Largemouth Bass, Walleye, Northern Pike at Colleague Pond.

Lake Vermont 43.2200, -71.8200
Updated 2026-04-29

Location

View on Google Maps 43.2200, -71.8200

Target Species

Largemouth BassLargemouth BassWalleyeWalleyeNorthern PikeNorthern Pike

Fishing Tips

  • Focus on shoreline drop-offs during early morning when Largemouth Bass are active.
  • Focus on rock humps during late evening when Largemouth Bass are active.
  • Focus on shoreline drop-offs during dawn when Largemouth Bass are active.

Fishing Techniques for Colleague Pond

Medium-action spinning gear paired with 8-12 lb test line covers most situations at this lake. Soft plastics, crankbaits, and live bait rigs all produce consistent results depending on conditions. For Largemouth Bass, try matching the local forage — shad, bluegill, or crawfish patterns work well here.

What to Expect at Colleague Pond

Fishing pressure is moderate year-round, peaking on weekends and holidays from spring through fall. Weekday trips typically mean fewer crowds and better fishing. The ecosystem here supports healthy populations of Largemouth Bass and Walleye, with good catch rates for prepared anglers.

Regulations

A valid Vermont fishing license is required. Check Vermont Department of Inland Fisheries and Wildlife for current regulations.

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Frequently Asked Questions

You can target Largemouth Bass, Walleye, Northern Pike at Colleague Pond. Largemouth Bass is particularly popular here.

post-spawn. Many anglers find early morning and evening productive year-round.

Yes, a valid Vermont fishing license is required. Check Vermont Department of Inland Fisheries and Wildlife for current regulations.