Orleans County · lake · 777 acres
Lake Salem
Stocked 4× on record · Vermont Fish & Wildlife
Lake Salem is a lake in Orleans County, Vermont, stocked with Walleye — most recently on Jul 1, 2026. FishableWaters aggregates every stocking record for this water from Vermont Fish & Wildlife; the latest schedule and today's bite windows are above.
Best days this week
Days near a new or full moon tend to fish best.
Today's bite windows
Conditions, next 3 days
Today
Overcast
76°
62°
7 mph
33%
Fri
Fog
77°
61°
9 mph
11%
Sat
Drizzle
83°
62°
6 mph
24%
↗ pressure risingPost-front rising pressure can slow things down for a day.
Stocking ledger
| — 2026 — | ||||
| Jul 1 | Walleye | 11,219 | 1.5" | |
| Jul 1 | Walleye | 11,265 | 1.5" | |
| Jun 15 | Walleye | 24,609 | 1.6" | |
| Jun 15 | Walleye | 24,495 | 1.6" | |
Angler reports
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Best bite times
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Field notes
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Nearby waters
- Orcutt Brook0.3 mi
- Little Salem Pond (historical)0.6 mi
- Coche Brook0.9 mi
- Lake Derby1.9 mi
- Cobb Pond2.0 mi
- Mud Pond2.9 mi
- Charleston Pond3.4 mi
- Pensioner Pond3.7 mi
Seasons, limits, and rules are the state's call — check the official VT regulations and buy your license before you go. We link the source; we never restate the rules.
Lake Salem fishing — FAQ
What fish are stocked in Lake Salem?+
Lake Salem is stocked with Walleye in Orleans County, Vermont, most recently on Jul 1, 2026 by Vermont Fish & Wildlife. The full stocking ledger is on this page.
When does Lake Salem get stocked?+
Going by 4 records since 2026, stocking at Lake Salem peaks in June and July. Check this page for the season's scheduled and most recent stockings.
Do I need a license to fish Lake Salem?+
Yes — Vermont requires a fishing license. Buy one from the state and check current seasons and limits before you go; both are linked on this page.
Where is Lake Salem?+
Lake Salem is a lake in Orleans County, Vermont. Driving directions and an interactive topo map are on this page.
Data: Vermont Fish & Wildlife · updated Jul 1, 2026 · checked daily · we publish what agencies publish, nothing else.