Waterbury Reservoir
Waterbury Reservoir is listed by Vermont Fish & Wildlife at 860 acres with a maximum depth of 100 feet. It holds stocked trout, smallmouth bass and yellow perch.
Species
Fishery rating out of 5.
Rainbow Trout
Brown Trout
Smallmouth Bass
Yellow Perch
Boat launches
4 launch sites. Fees and hours change, so confirm before you go.
- Little River State Park launchPublicBoat launch listed by VT Fish & WildlifeDirections ↗
- Waterbury Reservoir State Park launchPublicBoat launch listed by VT Fish & WildlifeDirections ↗
- Waterbury dam launchPublicLaunch area adjacent to the damDirections ↗
- More public accessPublicSee the state agency or lake website for all ramps and feesDirections ↗
Size & creel limits
Minimum size and daily limit for each species in Waterbury Reservoir are published by the state. Look up the current size and creel limits for this lake directly: Vermont Fish & Wildlife Department (2026 guide on eRegulations) ↗
Bait & tackle nearby
No shops listed yet for this lake. Use the search link below.
Search more bait shops near Waterbury Reservoir ↗Local tips
- Depth reaches 100 feet near the dam; trout fishing is best in deeper water.
- Shoreline fishing is available at Waterbury Center State Park and along trails.
- Several launches exist; pick one nearest the area you plan to fish.
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Always wear a life jacket and check your state's current regulations before you fish.