White River
White River
- Boat Ramps
- 1
- Access Points
- 10
- Species
- 20
The White River is one of Vermont's premier fishing destinations, flowing through central Vermont and serving as a major tributary to the Connecticut River. With its origins in the Green Mountains near Granville, it extends approximately 57 miles through picturesque valleys and countryside before joining the Connecticut River at White River Junction. As Vermont's only major river free of dams, the White River offers a diverse and natural habitat for numerous fish species. This freestone stream features classic pocket water, riffles, runs, and deep pools, providing anglers with varying fishing experiences throughout its course.
Species & education
Learn what type of fish are at White River and what's needed to catch them.
Fish stocking schedule
Latest 5 stockings
- Rainbow Trout2,400 fish · 10.3 inMay 28, 2026
- Rainbow Trout5,550 fish · 10.3 inMay 7, 2026
- Rainbow Trout467 fish · 9.5 inMay 15, 2025
- Rainbow Trout1,933 fish · 9.5 inMay 15, 2025
- Rainbow Trout3,867 fish · 10.6 inApr 29, 2025
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 White River. 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 White River
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 White River 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 White River to use it offline when coverage drops.
Log your catches here
Keep a private fishing journal for White River to find where and when fish are biting for you.
Get the onWater Fish app
Free on iOS and Android
Water and weather conditions (10 day forecast)
See the best times to fish White River and check the forecast before you go.
CONNECTICUT RIVER AT WEST LEBANON, NH
All Flow Stations
Fishing near White River
Explore Vermont waters
Top fishing waters
Popular Cities
Loading popular cities...
Explore near White River
Fish species
Fishing spots
Nearby waters
More in Vermont
Smarter Fishing Starts in the App.
onWater Fish gives you everything you need to plan smarter, fish better, and own every trip from first cast to last.






































