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The lake bed in 3-D: deep basin, drop-offs and shoreline. Shape estimated, not for navigation. Spot 1 (point drop-off) is open for everyone; the other 5 come with LakeScope PRO. Full screen

Connecticut River Reservoir

Caledonia County, Vermont · about 910 acres (1.4 sq mi)

Caution

Calm this morning.

Water—no reading yet
Level—no gauge
Wind today3 mphNW
Best bite3:00 pmto 5:00 pm

About Connecticut River Reservoir

Connecticut River Reservoir spreads over about 910 acres in Caledonia County, Vermont.

From end to end it runs about 6.3 miles with roughly 16.5 miles of shoreline. Its surface is about 810 ft above sea level. The nearest town, Saint Johnsbury, is about 5.4 miles north.

Size
About 910 acres (1.4 sq mi)
Shoreline
About 16.5 miles
End to end
About 6.3 miles
Elevation
About 810 ft
County
Caledonia County

The lake from above

1 1 mile N
Spot 1 is open for everyone; grey dots are the PRO spots.

Best fishing times

Saturday Good

  • 6:00 am – 8:15 amsunrise · wind 1 mph
  • 3:00 pm – 5:00 pm bestsunset, moon overhead · wind 3 mph

Sunday Good

  • 6:00 am – 8:15 amsunrise · wind 3 mph
  • 3:45 pm – 5:00 pm bestsunset, moon overhead · wind 6 mph

Based on sun and moon times and the wind forecast. A guide, not a promise. The app shows the whole week.

Fish to expect

Lakes like Connecticut River Reservoir in Vermont usually hold walleye, northern pike, largemouth bass, smallmouth bass and yellow perch. The state fish and wildlife agency lists what is stocked and the rules for this lake.

  • Walleye
  • Northern pike
  • Largemouth bass
  • Smallmouth bass
  • Yellow perch

Fishing spots

  1. 1
    Point drop-off

    The bottom falls away fast off this point; fish rest deep and move up the slope to feed.

  2. 2
  3. 3
  4. 4
  5. 5
  6. 6

5 more spots with LakeScope PRO: fish, depth band, water temperature, best time and bait for each.

Picked from the shape of the lake bed. A guide, not a promise.

Water temperature

No clear reading right now. Narrow or small lakes often have none; the weather and bite times below still apply.

Water level

No daily level reading for this lake.

Ice

No clear view of the ice yet

Ice thickness is an estimate from air temperature, not a measurement. Check the ice yourself before going on it.

Weather and wind

Saturday 41° / 29° 3 mph NW Chance Rain Showers · 41% rain
Sunday 41° / 28° 6 mph NW Slight Chance Rain And Snow Showers · 29% rain

Sunrise 6:41 am · sunset 4:22 pm · waxing crescent moon (lake time).

Towns and places to stay near Connecticut River Reservoir

  • Saint Johnsburyabout 5.4 mi north
  • Littletonabout 5.6 mi east
  • St Johnsburyabout 5.8 mi north
  • Lyndonabout 12 mi north

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Questions about Connecticut River Reservoir

What fish are in Connecticut River Reservoir?

Lakes like Connecticut River Reservoir usually hold walleye, northern pike, largemouth bass, smallmouth bass and yellow perch. Check the state fish and wildlife agency for stocking and limits.

How deep is Connecticut River Reservoir?

We have no published depth for this lake. The 3-D view gives an estimated shape of the bed: where the deep basin and the drop-offs are. Not for navigation.

How big is Connecticut River Reservoir?

About 910 acres, with about 16.5 miles of shoreline.

What town is near Connecticut River Reservoir?

Saint Johnsbury is about 5.4 miles north; Littleton is about 5.6 miles east.

Is the water warm enough to swim in Connecticut River Reservoir?

Check the water temperature on this page before you go: under 70°F feels cold to most swimmers, and under 60°F cold-water shock is a real risk.

Connecticut River Reservoir on your phone

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