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The Vermont Department of Fish & Wildlife maintains more than 180 developed fishing access areas throughout the state, providing public access for boat launching and shore fishing. These access areas vary in size and services offered, as well as the size of watercraft they can accommodate. Locations are chosen based on shoreline habitat conditions that provide anglers with the most promising opportunities.

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Malletts Bay, (Lake Champlain) Colchester, VT







Access Area Details
Depth at End of Ramp (ft):9.7
Lake Area:172,800 acres
Maximum Depth:400 feet
Number of Ramp Lanes:N/A
Ramp Type:Concrete
Fish Species:Black Crappie, Bowfin, Brook Trout, Brown Trout, Bullhead, Chain Pickerel, Channel Catfish, Lake Trout, Largemouth Bass, Landlocked Salmon, Northern Pike, Panfish, Rainbow Smelt, Sheepshead, Smallmouth Bass, Walleye, White Perch, Yellow Perch
Dock:Dock Available
Shore Fishing Platform:No Universal Shore Fishing Platform
Summer Portolet:Summer Restroom Available
Winter Portolet:Winter Restroom Available
Parking Lot Size:140 trailers + 8 cars + 4 ADA
Winter Access:Plowed In Winter
Directions:Get directions via Google Maps
E911 Address:954 West Lakeshore Drive, Colchester, VT 05446

Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) Details
ADA Disclaimer:Please note that seasonal conditions and storms can temporarily impact a site’s accessibility. To the best of our knowledge, the information below is accurate and current. To report issues with a site's accessibility, please email ANR.FWADAPlan@vermont.gov.
Fully ADA Accessible Elements:Dock, Path, Toilet, Parking
Partially ADA Accessible Elements:
ADA Notes:N/A

Use of Public Waters Rules
Surface Water Regulations:
For more information regarding the Vermont Use of Public Water Rules, visit: VERMONT NATURAL RESOURCES BOARD