Dead Creek is the slow, marshy watercourse at the heart of the state-owned Dead Creek Wildlife Management Area in Addison, which Vermont Fish & Wildlife says is open to regulated fishing. The department's WMA map lists brown bullhead, lesser numbers of yellow perch and sunfish, and notes that carp are numerous. Park at the visitor center on Route 17 and work the creek and the edges of the impounded wetlands.
🐟 Fish you'll find: brown bullhead, yellow perch, sunfish, carp
🥾 Public access: Dead Creek Wildlife Management Area Visitor Center at 966 VT-17 W, Addison: park at the visitor center and walk to the creek and impoundment edges; the WMA is open to regulated fishing.
📦 Stocking: Stocking not stated by VT Fish & Wildlife.
Water details sourced from Vermont Fish & Wildlife. Map pin is approximate - confirm access on arrival.
Vermont fishing licenses are required for anglers 15 and older - check current regulations with Vermont Fish & Wildlife before you go.