North Hartland Reservoir

North Hartland Reservoir covers 167.6 acres in Windsor County, Vermont. At this North Hartland fishery, the recorded maximum depth at the reservoir is 11 feet.

What to Expect at North Hartland Reservoir

With 167.6 acres and only 11 feet of maximum depth, the reservoir is a broad, shallow fishery where wind, weeds and small bottom changes can matter more than offshore depth.

Fish and Useful Baits at North Hartland Reservoir

Fish reported from the reservoir include largemouth bass, yellow bullhead, and yellow perch.

Bass

On this 167.6-acre North Hartland basin, low light favors a topwater or spinnerbait for largemouth; brighter conditions call for a slower presentation beside cover.

Crappie, Perch and Sunfish

For North Hartland in Windsor County, keep a small jig, minnow or worm close to the bottom when perch are the target on the reservoir.

A Simple Fishing Plan for North Hartland Reservoir

At this North Hartland fishery, let wind and water color choose the first section on the reservoir. On this 167.6-acre North Hartland basin, compare incoming water, the old channel and a point leading toward the deeper end of the reservoir.

When to Fish North Hartland Reservoir

For North Hartland in Windsor County, spring fish often move onto protected banks before the open basin warms. At this North Hartland fishery, summer fishing on the reservoir is usually best at low light, beside shade or along the outside edge of healthy cover. On this 167.6-acre North Hartland basin, during fall at the reservoir, revisit creek mouths and main points with baitfish-sized lures.