Quick Facts

• Location: Burlington, Vermont 05408
• Type: Waterfront access and fishing area
• Water Type: Lake Champlain
• Phone: (802) 863-5744
• Access: Public waterfront access; posted rules apply
• Fishing License: Vermont fishing license requirements apply
• Best For: Bass, northern pike, yellow perch and shoreline fishing
• Best Time to Fish: Spring through fall
• Common Species Nearby: Smallmouth bass, largemouth bass, northern pike, yellow perch and other Lake Champlain species
• Tackle Style: Light to medium freshwater tackle
• Fishing Style: Shore and waterfront fishing
• Night Fishing: Check current access hours
• Amenities: Waterfront recreation and natural shoreline nearby

Overview

Mayes Landing provides access to Lake Champlain in Burlington’s northern waterfront area. It offers anglers another option for fishing from shore while enjoying one of Vermont’s largest and most productive freshwater systems.

Lake Champlain’s variety of habitat supports numerous game fish and panfish. Bass, northern pike, and yellow perch are natural targets for shore anglers, while the exact mix of fish within casting range changes throughout the season.

Fishing Tips

Try jigs, soft plastics, and small crankbaits for bass, particularly around rocky areas, vegetation, and other shoreline structure. Yellow perch can be targeted with smaller jigs and bait presentations.

Early morning and evening can be productive during warmer weather. Wind direction is also worth watching because wind can push baitfish toward particular stretches of shoreline.

Bottom Line

A Burlington-area Lake Champlain access point offering convenient shoreline fishing for bass, perch, pike, and other freshwater species.