Vermont Walleye Fishing Regulations — Bag Limits & Size Rules
Regulation Type
Statewide Rule
Special Waters (Some)
Notes
May 14 through March 31.
* Always verify the specific regulations for your target water body. This table shows statewide minimums — individual lakes and rivers may be stricter. Source: 2026 Freshwater Fishing Regulations.
Water-Specific Rules
Special Regulations — Vermont's Most Popular Walleye Waters
These major fishing destinations have additional Walleye regulations beyond the statewide minimum. Verify the current Freshwater Fishing Regulations before every trip.
Water Body
Region
Daily Bag
Size Limit
Special Notes
Regulations Change Annually — Always Verify
The adjusts water-body specific regulations each year based on population surveys, tournament pressure, and habitat assessments. Always verify against the current year's Freshwater Fishing Regulations before fishing any specific water.
What You Need
License Required to Fish Walleye in Vermont
A valid Vermont freshwater fishing license is required to fish for Walleye. Here's exactly what you need and what exemptions apply.
Connecticut River Vermont offers walleye fishing in moving water, with the best action in deep holes below dams, wing dam tips, and eddy pools behind current breaks. Jig-and-minnow tipped on the bottom produces year-round; fall concentrations below dams are legendary.