Outfits differ mainly by target species, water type, and trip format, ranging from shared half-day inshore runs to private multi-day offshore excursions. Better operators spell out exactly what is provided, such as bait, tackle, licenses, and fish cleaning services, versus what you must bring yourself. A map location only shows the dock or meeting spot, not the vessel size, onboard amenities, or skipper experience.
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Battenkill Outfitters
3587 River Rd, Arlington, VT 05250
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Vermont Fly Fishers
3307 VT-313, Arlington, VT 05250
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Hoyts landing
Charlestown Rd, Springfield, VT 05156
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Vermont Fish and Wildlife Boat Launch
1271-1299 Charlestown Rd, Springfield, VT 05156
Benson 1
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Fish Hounds Outdoors
5113 Old Stage Rd, Benson, VT 05743
Bethel 1
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Stay Bent Fishing Tours
1311 Brink Hill Rd, Bethel, VT 05032
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Burlington Fishing Pier
Burlington, VT
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Fishnrigg Charters LLC
Point Bay Marina, 1401 Thompsons Pt Rd, Charlotte, VT 05445
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Colchester Point Fishing Access Area
Windemere Way, Colchester, VT 05446
Corinth 1
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Vermont German Shepherds
2520 Eagle Holw, Corinth, VT 05039
Fair Haven 1
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Cedar Mountain Fishing
189 Yellow Finch Lane, Fair Haven, VT 05743
Fairfax 1
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Reel Vermont Guide Service
138 River Rd, Fairfax, VT 05454
Ferrisburgh 1
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Cloud Nine Fishing Charters
96 Westin Rd, Ferrisburgh, VT 05473
Orwell 1
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Outdoor Freaks Fishing Charters
203 VT-73, Orwell, VT 05760
Readsboro 1
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Champlain Fishing Charters
10 King Hill Rd, Readsboro, VT 05350
Shaftsbury 1
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Vermont Flyfishers
126 Simeon Dean Rd, Shaftsbury, VT 05262
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Sure Strike Charters
4584 Harbor Rd, Shelburne, VT 05482
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Uncle Jammers Guide Service
21 Thorpe Ave Ext, St Albans, VT 05478
Sudbury 1
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Burr Pond
596 Burr Pond Rd, Sudbury, VT 05733-9609
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BP Adventures
3791 Lake St, Vergennes, VT 05491
Williston 1
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Nomad Fishing Charters
2355 Mountain View Rd, Williston, VT 05495
Also in Vermont
- Marinas and Harbors30
- Tackle and Bait Shops17
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- Kayak & Canoe Rentals9
- Marinas with Transient Slips7
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- Boat Storage5
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Good to know
What is typically included in a chartered fishing trip?
Most charters provide the boat, fuel, captain, rods, reels, bait, and tackle, along with required safety gear. Captains often clean and fillet your catch at the end of the trip, but you should bring your own food, drinks, sunscreen, and layers.
How much do fishing charters usually cost?
Half-day inshore trips often range from $400 to $800 for a small group, while full-day offshore or deep-sea charters typically cost $1,200 to $2,500 or more depending on vessel size and fuel burn. Individual seats on shared party boats are much less, usually around $80 to $150 per person.
What happens if there is bad weather on the day of the trip?
Captains monitor marine forecasts and make the final call on weather cancellations based on sea conditions and passenger safety, not just rain. If the trip is canceled by the operator, you are generally offered a reschedule date or a full refund of your deposit.
How to shrink wrap a boat?
To shrink wrap a boat, cover support structures with protective padding, lay the shrink film across the hull, heat-shrink it with a heat gun, and add ventilation ports. For large vessels or professional weatherproofing in Vermont, check the 21 marine service providers cataloged on MarinaAtlas.
What is a marine survey?
A marine survey is a detailed inspection of a boat's hull, mechanical systems, and overall condition conducted by a certified surveyor. Across Vermont, MarinaAtlas indexes 21 qualified marine operators and survey specialists to assist buyers and insurance companies.