Vermont Fishing Size Limits
Legal minimum sizes and daily limits for fishing in Vermont. Updated for 2026.
Vermont Fish Size Limits
Complete guide to legal fish sizes in Vermont. Find minimum sizes, slot limits, and daily limits for all regulated species. Updated for 2026.
Fish Species
5
With Size Limits
4
No Size Limit
1
Updated
2026
Fish Size Limits
4 species with minimum size requirements in Vermont
| Species | Size Limit | Daily Limit | Notes |
|---|---|---|---|
| | 10" minimum | 5 | - |
| | 10" minimum | 5 | - |
| | 6" minimum | 6 | - |
| | 18" minimum | 3 | - |
No Statewide Size Limit
Species with daily limits only (no minimum size)
| Species | Daily Limit | Notes |
|---|---|---|
| | 2 | Lake Champlain salmon |
- Regulated species
- Largemouth Bass, Smallmouth Bass, Brook Trout, Salmon, Walleye
- Minimum lengths
- Largemouth Bass 10" minimum | Smallmouth Bass 10" minimum | Brook Trout 6" minimum | Walleye 18" minimum
- Daily-limit only
- Salmon
- Issuing agency
- Vermont Fish and Wildlife Department
Need the regulatory background? How fish size limits work covers minimums, slots, and proper measurement.
Vermont Fishing Regulations Overview
State fish and wildlife agency information
- Fish Species
- 5 species with regulations
- Species with Size Limits
-
- Largemouth Bass
- Smallmouth Bass
- Brook Trout
- Walleye
- Fish & Wildlife Agency
- Vermont Fish and Wildlife Department
This information is for reference only. Always verify regulations with your state wildlife agency before hunting or fishing.
Last verified: January 2026
Vermont Fishing Size Limits FAQ
Common questions about fish size regulations in Vermont
What is the bass size limit in Vermont?
In Vermont, largemouth bass has a 10" minimum. The daily limit is 5. Check specific water body regulations as they may vary.
What is the trout size limit in Vermont?
Vermont trout regulations: 6" minimum. Daily limit is 6. Some waters may be catch-and-release only.
Which fish have size limits in Vermont?
Vermont enforces size limits on 4 species including: Largemouth Bass (10" minimum), Smallmouth Bass (10" minimum), Brook Trout (6" minimum), Walleye (18" minimum). Always verify current regulations before fishing.
Which Vermont fish have daily limits but no size minimum?
One species is managed in Vermont by daily creel limit only: Salmon (2).
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