Fisheries - Stratton Pond

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Game Fish Present: Primarily Brook trout and Bullhead.

Description: Stratton Pond is a 46-acre lake that is spring fed. Stratton Pond has a depth of about 15 feet.

Gear Suggestions: Fly-fishing, spinners and bait fishing are allowed on the pond. No motorized craft are allowed on Stratton Pond.

Season and Restrictions: For a complete description of fishing regulations and license fees, visit the Vermont Fish and Wildlife Department web site.

Access: From West Wardsboro, Vermont go East on the Kelly Stand Road, Forest Highway 6 about 7.8 miles to a parking lot at the Stratton Pond Trail Head. Then hike northerly on the Stratton Pond trail about 3 miles to Stratton Pond.

Map: The map is available for printing  in Adobe Acrobat format (get Acrobat Reader).

Camping: The Forest Service allows primitive camping near Stratton Pond. There are several suggestions and restrictions to camping and it is recommended that you contact the Manchester Ranger District or visit the Green Mountain National Forest web site before camping at Stratton Pond.