Lake Dunmore
Lake Dunmore
- Boat Ramps
- 1
- Access Points
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- Species
- 15
Lake Dunmore is a picturesque 1,000-acre lake nestled in the west-central part of Vermont, offering anglers exceptional fishing opportunities in a serene setting. With a maximum depth of 105 feet and approximately eight miles of shoreline, this clear-water gem provides diverse fishing environments for both beginners and experienced anglers. The lake features a variety of habitats including shallow soft-bottom coves, rocky points, and steep drop-offs, making it ideal for targeting multiple species year-round. Whether you're fishing from shore, boat, or ice during winter months, Lake Dunmore delivers a quintessential Vermont fishing experience surrounded by natural beauty.
Species & education
Learn what type of fish are at Lake Dunmore and what's needed to catch them.
Fish stocking schedule
Latest 5 stockings
- Atlantic Salmon1,563 fish · 9.6 inOct 13, 2026
- Rainbow Trout300 fish · 9.4 inMay 6, 2026
- Lake Trout1,322 fish · 6.6 inApr 13, 2026
- Rainbow Trout400 fish · 9.0 inApr 13, 2026
- Rainbow Trout375 fish · 9.0 inApr 9, 2026
Source
Vermont Fish & Wildlife Department
Updated Nov 13, 2026. Sizes are the length the agency reports. Dates are as precise as the agency reports them.
Open stocking page, opens in new tabFishing spots, boat ramps & amenities
Learn how to get on Lake Dunmore. Uncover great fishing access points, boat ramps, and all the facilities you need for an unforgettable day on the water. Some locations shown may border or include private property. Always check property boundaries and applicable regulations before visiting. onWater's Public & Private Land layer can help you plan your access with confidence.
Know where you can legally fish on Lake Dunmore
See public and private land boundaries along the water, turn on private parcels with owner details to know where permission is required, and find land-trust parcels that offer permitted fishing access.
Vermont licenses and regulations
Vermont Boating Regulations
When using any type of watercraft to access a body of water, it is important to follow all federal, state, and local rules and regulations. These rules and regulations include boat permitting and licensing, invasive species inspections and stamps, life jacket and PFD rules, motor size and horsepower restrictions, noise limitations, restrictions on personal watercraft, and many more. Visit the web link below for the most current rules and regulations for this body of water.
Vermont Fishing License
No Fishing License Needed If: You are under 15 years of age (resident or nonresident).
Vermont Fishing Regulations
This river has a variety of species and regulations, including potential floating and/or watercraft restrictions. Because this river is specially managed for species, seasons, angling methods, and watercraft, it is strongly encouraged you check all federal, state, and local regulations before fishing. Visit any of the links below, inquire locally, or contact a local fly shop to learn current regulations and restrictions.
Vermont Stream Access Laws
Vermont recognizes a recreation extension of the federal navigability test. Non-navigable waters have a public easement for navigation but owners of land under non-tidal waters own it up the the low-water mark.
Take Lake Dunmore with you
The onWater Fish app keeps this water's access points, species and conditions in your pocket, with the tools you use once you're there.
Use the map without signal
Download the map around Lake Dunmore to use it offline when coverage drops.
Log your catches here
Keep a private fishing journal for Lake Dunmore to find where and when fish are biting for you.
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Find drop offs, ledges, channels, points and shallow flats with Garmin depth charts in the app.
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Water and weather conditions (10 day forecast)
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