Discover Guided Fishing Trips Near Killington & Vermont Resorts
3rdalarmcharters • April 6, 2026
Hidden Gems, Quiet Waters & Authentic Vermont Outdoor Adventures
Discover Guided Fishing Trips Near Killington & Vermont Resorts
These waterbodies sit quietly in the Green Mountains, surrounded by rolling forests and rugged ridgelines. They’re close enough for a half day trip yet secluded enough to feel like you’ve slipped into a remote Vermont wilderness. Whether you’re a first time angler, a traveling family looking for something memorable, or a seasoned outdoor enthusiast craving new terrain, these lakes offer the perfect balance of accessibility, scenery, and authentic adventure.
The best part? You don’t need any equipment.
Your guide provides all gear, tackle, and safety essentials. Just purchase a Vermont fishing license online beforehand, and you’re ready to step aboard.
Why Killington Is the Ideal Base for Vermont Guided Fishing Tours
Killington is known nationwide for skiing, mountain biking, and four season recreation. Yet most visitors have no idea how close they are to some of Vermont’s finest fishing waters. The surrounding region — including Rutland and Addison Counties — is home to a collection of lakes and ponds served directly by Vermont Fishing Tours, including Lake Dunmore, Lake St. Catherine, Lake Bomoseen, and Lake Hortonia.
These waters offer:
• Quiet, low traffic fishing
• Mountain scenery and natural shorelines
• Productive fisheries with a variety of species
• Close proximity to Killington and nearby resorts
Instead of driving hours to pursue a full day fishing experience, you can reach high quality water in minutes. That makes Killington not just a resort destination — but a perfect hub for guided fishing trips near Vermont resorts in the central part of the state.
Central Vermont Lakes & Ponds Within 15–45 Minutes of Killington
Below are the major lakes and ponds available for guided trips in the Killington region, including those confirmed by the Vermont Fishing Tours site.
⭐ Lake Bomoseen
(approx. 45 minutes from Killington)
Lake Bomoseen is the largest lake entirely within Vermont, offering a mix of rocky shorelines, weedbeds, and deeper channels — perfect for diverse fishing opportunities. Despite its size, huge portions remain peaceful, providing an ideal setting for visitors staying at Killington Resort or other Vermont resort areas who want a scenic, low stress day on the water.
⭐ Lake Dunmore
(approx. 40 minutes from Killington)
Lake Dunmore sits at the foot of the Green Mountains, famous for its clear water, varied structure, and steady action throughout the season. With a landscape that blends mountain backdrops and quiet coves, Dunmore offers one of the most visually striking and enjoyable fishing experiences within easy reach of Killington. It’s also specifically listed as part of the Vermont Fishing Tours offerings.
⭐ Lake Hortonia
(approx. 35 minutes from Killington)
Lake Hortonia stands out as one of the quietest and most peaceful lakes in central Vermont. With twisting shorelines, coves, and wooded scenery, it delivers a true “Green Mountain fishing experience.” This lake is perfect for those who value serenity and natural beauty — and it is one of the lakes confirmed on the Vermont Fishing Tours page.
⭐ Chittenden Reservoir (Chittenden Dam)
(approx. 20–25 minutes from Killington)
Chittenden Reservoir — commonly known as Chittenden Dam — is one of the closest and most striking waters near the Killington resort region. Completely surrounded by forested Green Mountain terrain, this lake offers a remote, wilderness style experience despite being a short drive from Killington. With calm water, exceptional scenery, and quiet shorelines, it’s an ideal option for visitors who want a scenic outing without traveling far.
⭐ Other Hidden Waters (Captain Selected Locations)
(15–45 minutes from Killington)
Beyond the well known lakes listed above, Vermont Fishing Tours also serves a collection of lesser known lakes and ponds across Rutland and Addison Counties. These waters are intentionally not listed publicly because they often have limited access, very low fishing pressure, and offer some of the most genuinely untouched Green Mountain experiences available.
These hidden lakes provide exceptionally quiet water, beautiful scenery, and the kind of intimate, small body fishing opportunities that travelers often describe as the most memorable part of their Vermont vacation. To protect the integrity of these locations, the captain shares details only when guests call to schedule — ensuring each trip is tailored to conditions and seasonal patterns.
No Gear Required — Just Bring a Vermont License
One of the biggest advantages of booking guided fishing trips near Killington is the simplicity. Guests don’t need to pack rods, reels, tackle, or safety equipment — everything is provided.
The only requirement is a Vermont fishing license, easily available online from the state. Once you have that, you’re set for a day of mountain lake adventure.
Two Professional Boat Types for Central Vermont Waters
Your guided trip may take place on one of two specialized boats designed for exploring Vermont’s varied lakes and ponds:
Drift Boat Trips
Perfect for quiet coves, narrow sections, and hands on guiding experiences. Drift boats offer smooth, controlled movement and allow the guide to navigate smaller or more intimate waterbodies with precision.
21’ Lund Boat Trips
Ideal for larger lakes like Bomoseen, Dunmore, or Hortonia. These boats offer comfort, stability, and plenty of room — making them excellent for families, groups, or full day excursions.
Both boats allow guests to enjoy Vermont’s mountain lakes safely and comfortably, providing the flexibility to adapt to water size, weather, and guest preference.
Why Visitors Love These Killington Area Fishing Trips
1. Proximity to Resorts
Staying in Killington means you’re minutes from multiple high quality lakes.
2. Quiet, Scenic Waters
Many Central Vermont lakes — especially the hidden gems — see notably less traffic due to limited access.
3. Authentic Green Mountain Experiences
These aren’t crowded, high tourist lakes. They’re peaceful, beautiful, and wild.
4. Perfect for All Ages and Skills
Beginners, families, and experts all find something to love.
5. Fits Easily Into Any Vacation
Half day and full day options allow you to enjoy resort amenities before or after your trip.
Give us a shout and get hooked fast! We're looking forward to sharing these waters with you.
Well our first week back on Champlain has been plagued by never ending wind & unstable water...but we have managed a few! Good weather coming, we are down to June 16,17,18,22nd, 24th and July 6th,7th,8th,19th,20th & 21st left for open dates. Give us a shout & get hooked with us!
Some times it takes a few weeks for the water to stabilize after heavy winds or fronts, this year has been no exception. who would think that with the sweltering heat that we would be experiencing some of the best trout & Salmon fishing of the season but we have! The last few weeks we have landed Trophy Steelhead, many beautiful Salmon as well as our biggest Lake Trout of the year! Lots of bait in our region of the Lake has kept these trophy fish around and putting smiles on our clients faces! We have wrapped up our summer trolling charters & pulled the Flashpoint as we get her service work done & prep her for our end of season tour out on Lake Ontario. We are still offering jigging trips for Trophy Lake Trout right with excellent numbers coming to the net as well super action that will make your arms sore for days! We will be on Lake Ontario from August 23rd through Sept 20th, then back to Champlain for our fall Bass & Pike tour. We are SO THANKFUL that we have experienced our busiest season since we started, fall dates are sure to fill fast so give us a shout early to get your dates!
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Pre Spawn Bass are feeding heavily, May is a great time to get onto aggressive fish that are putting on the feed bag before the annual spawn
This is that time of year ( end of the first week of March) that one asks should i try & squeak in a few more days of ice fishing or should i begin prepping my boats & open water tackle? Most bodies of water still have safe ice at this time, but we have had 4 - 5 days of above freezing temps with marginal sub freezing at night. That combined with ice thickness well below last year tells me that we really need to pay close attention the next few days. The forcast for the next ten days is showers with only two nights below freezing and the 5 day says temps in upper 50's...i would say is time to wrap it up! A few diehards that know local ice well will still make it a another few weeks, but as a guide its to much to risk. That being said we tailed off the end of February with many groups joining us on the ice , we actually turned away over a half dozen requests during the Presidents holiday week, as this is a very popular time of year for folks to come up to Vermont & taste our winter time activities! Some days we got into them, others we swapped stories & taught lots of beginners the nuances of getting out on the hardwater!
We started off our winter after a break for fall deer season with some trips on the Salmon River targeting Steelhead! Persistent lake effect snow squalls and varying river flows had the ironheads pretty finicky. We did pick up a few in the upper river, while fishing in some of the heaviest lake effect squalls i have ever experienced! pretty cool non the less! As they say, " Classic steelhead weather!
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