Fishing

The Sandbar Causeway area provides a mix of shallow and mid-depth fishing opportunities around the Route 2 bridge.

The Colchester Point Fishing Access Area (sometimes called Windermere Way Access Area) on the Winooski River is another easily-accessible and productive fishing spot within a short walk, bike ride or drive of downtown Burlington.

The Colchester causeway not only provides great bike riding along the Burlington Bike Path, it also offers some excellent shoreline fishing.

Colchester Pond is another excellent fishing spot just minutes from the city of Burlington.

Oakledge Park, just south of downtown Burlington, is a recreational gem that offers quick, easy access, a beautiful setting and some great fishing.

One unique aspect of the park is that it is located near diverse aquatic habitat, from very deep to very shallow, ultimately meaning anglers may encounter both warm and cold water species while fishing.

Available in various lengths, weights and actions, spinning rods are designed to accept a spinning or underspin reel on the bottom side of the rod.

As with baitcasting and spinning rods, fly rods are available in various lengths, weights and actions.

Fly Rods

Casting rods include baitcasters and spincasters. The primary difference between the two is the type of reel used.

Similar to equipment and tools for other activities, fishing rods and reels come in many forms. Here are the most common types of fishing rods and reels.

A unique category of top water baits, weedless surface spoons are specifically known for their ability to be fished around heavy cover without hanging up.

• Suggested Seasonal Use: Open water; late-spring, summer and early fall