Lamoille River
Vermont · Northern Vermont
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Top 5 Fishing Locations on Lamoille River
Johnson
The Lamoille River near Johnson in Vermont's Northeast Kingdom is a quality wild brown and rainbow trout fishery. The river flows through a classic Vermont landscape with productive riffles and deep pools. Hendrickson and sulphur hatches in May and June are consistent and reliable.
💧 Ideal flow: 150–500 CFS. The upper Lamoille near Morrisville fishes best at moderate flows — wild brook trout and rainbows in classic Vermont freestone water.
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Hyde Park
Near Hyde Park the upper Lamoille maintains excellent wild trout populations in a less-pressured setting than larger Vermont rivers. Brown trout averaging 10-14 inches provide active fishing throughout the season. The upper river's smaller size creates more intimate fishing conditions.
💧 Ideal flow: 100–400 CFS. The middle Lamoille fishes well at moderate flows — prime fishing windows are mid-May to mid-June and mid-September to mid-October.
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Fairfax Falls
Below Fairfax Falls the Lamoille picks up volume and character with more diverse habitat. Large brown trout inhabit the deep pools below the falls throughout the season. Evening caddis hatches from May through August provide consistent surface activity.
💧 Ideal flow: 150–500 CFS. Fishes best at stable moderate flows — bring a thermometer as the Lamoille frequently exceeds 70°F in summer.
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Cambridge
The Lamoille through Cambridge offers good wading access with a mix of wild and stocked trout. The river here is accessible for all skill levels with productive pocket water and pools. Local knowledge about current hatch activity significantly improves results on this Vermont water.
💧 Ideal flow: Check TroutBible gauge before heading out — summer fishing only viable when temperatures stay below 68°F.
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Morrisville
Near Morrisville the Lamoille flows through an open valley with extensive public access and consistent brown and rainbow trout populations. Evening fishing during summer when terrestrial insects are active provides excellent dry fly opportunities. This section is ideal for beginners learning to read Vermont trout water.
💧 Ideal flow: 100–400 CFS. Fish early in summer mornings when temperatures are coolest — fall fishing is excellent when temps drop back into range.
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About Lamoille River Fishing
The Lamoille River flows 35 miles through northern Vermont from Glover to Lake Champlain at Milton, offering diverse fly fishing across its freestone character. The river's upper reaches provide intimate small-stream fishing for wild brook trout and both wild and stocked rainbow trout in a scenic landscape.
Best Time to Fish Lamoille River
The Lamoille's prime seasons are late May through mid-June and again from mid-September through mid-October, when water temperatures and insect activity align perfectly for consistent dry fly fishing. Summer can produce excellent results if you fish early morning and evening before water temperatures frequently exceed 70 degrees—always check your thermometer before committing to midday sessions.
Species
Brook trout and rainbow trout both thrive in the Lamoille's cold upper reaches, with wilds dominating in the smallest tributaries and stocked rainbows providing exciting opportunities throughout the main stem. The rainbows here respond aggressively to classic freestone presentations, while the native brookies demand more technical approaches in slower, deeper pools.
Access & Regulations
Always check the current Vermont fishing regulations before heading out. Regulations on Lamoille River may include special catch-and-release sections, artificial-only stretches, and seasonal closures. A valid Vermont fishing license is required.
Live River Data
This page pulls real-time CFS and gauge height data from the USGS National Water Information System, refreshed every 15–60 minutes. You're seeing the same streamflow information that local guides and outfitters check before heading to the water.