Winooski River
From hills near Cabot the Winooski heads southwest to Montpelier, passing the State House, then turns northwest through Richmond and the city of Winooski to reach Lake Champlain just north of Burlington.
Course of the river, simplified. Map data from Natural Earth (public domain).
Weather at the Winooski River (National Weather Service) ↗
River facts
| Length | About 90 miles |
|---|---|
| Source | Town of Cabot, Washington County, Vermont |
| Mouth | Lake Champlain, about 5 miles northwest of Burlington, Vermont |
| State | Vermont |
Winooski One Dam is one of about 14 hydroelectric dams on the river and its tributaries.
Boat ramps, launches and bait shops
Detailed ramp, bait shop and lock-and-dam listings for the Winooski River are coming soon. Until then, these searches open Google Maps along the river:
Fishing regulations
Check the state agency for river-specific rules, seasons and limits before you fish:
- Vermont: Vermont Fish & Wildlife Department ↗
Facts from Winooski River (Wikipedia) ↗