🐟 What fish can you catch in Highgate Springs?

Most commonly caught species around Highgate Springs , VT : Smallmouth bass - 2,539 reported catches Largemouth bass - 2,528 reported catches Northern pike - 1,540 reported catches Yellow perch - 652 reported catches Rock bass - 387 reported catches .

📢 What are the latest Highgate Springs fishing reports?

The latest Highgate Springs , VT fishing reports are: @tayhall reported a nice Brown trout at Little Chazy River . @lukejohnson8523 reported a nice Northern pike at Colchester Pond . @JoeSlatt27 reported a nice Muskellunge . @JoeSlatt27 reported a nice Muskellunge . @JoeSlatt27 reported a nice Muskellunge . .

Fishing in Highgate Springs, VT

Q: 🎣 Where to fish in Highgate Springs, Vermont?

Anglers in Highgate Springs , VT recommend these top fishing spots: Lake Champlain , Saint Albans Bay , Missisquoi River (VT) , Lake Carmi , Charcoal Creek .

Q: 📅 What is the best time to go fishing in Highgate Springs?

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Vermont, United States

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Top fish species in Highgate Springs

Latest Highgate Springs fishing reports

Brown trout

Little Chazy River

16 in · 2 lb

Northern pike

Colchester Pond

20 in · 2 lb

Muskellunge

38 in · 16 lb 8 oz

Muskellunge

length · weight

Muskellunge

39 in · 17 lb

Yellow perch

Lake Carmi

9 in · 1 lb

Yellow perch

Malletts Bay

length · weight

Northern pike

Colchester Pond

length · weight

Walleye

Lake Carmi

20 in · 3 lb

Walleye

Lake Carmi

16 in · 1 lb 6 oz

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Fishing regulations in Highgate Springs

Disclaimer: Always check local fishing regulations, water access rights and land ownership before fishing, regardless of any catches logged in that area by the Fishbrain community. Fishbrain has mapped millions of acres of government-owned land across the USA to help you identify potential fishing access, but you are responsible for ensuring compliance with all legal requirements.

Fishing regulations in Vermont can change throughout the year. Make sure to check this page before fishing for the most up to date rules and regulations for the current season. Local regulations govern when you can fish, the max size of the fish you can keep, how many fish you can keep, and more.

Below you will see fishing regulations for catching Smallmouth bass as of April 16th, 2026. To view regulations for a different fish species, please click on your preferred species in the drop-down.

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Smallmouth bass

Seasons

Closed

Bag limit

Min size

10"

Measurement

Total Length

Aggregate

Legal Methods: open-water fishing, ice fishing.

Site specific regulations found here

Micropterus dolomieui

Regulations for

44°58′41.5″N 73°06′20.2″W

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FAQ about Highgate Springs fishing

Anglers in Highgate Springs, VT recommend these top fishing spots: Lake Champlain, Saint Albans Bay, Missisquoi River (VT), Lake Carmi, and Charcoal Creek.

Most commonly caught species around Highgate Springs, VT:

Smallmouth bass - 2,539 reported catches
Largemouth bass - 2,528 reported catches
Northern pike - 1,540 reported catches
Yellow perch - 652 reported catches
Rock bass - 387 reported catches

The latest Highgate Springs, VT fishing reports are:

@tayhall reported a nice Brown trout at Little Chazy River.
@lukejohnson8523 reported a nice Northern pike at Colchester Pond.
@JoeSlatt27 reported a nice Muskellunge.
@JoeSlatt27 reported a nice Muskellunge.
@JoeSlatt27 reported a nice Muskellunge.

Download the and see today's Fishing and Weather Forecast for Highgate Springs, VT. We give you weather trends and help you find the perfect window to catch your next personal best. With Fishbrain Pro, you will get the following capabilities: