Fishing Report
Lake Hancock Fishing Report
Bennington, VT
Today’s bite
Smallmouth Bass fishing report
Best window today: 2 PM (Fair · 53/100)
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Modeled from live National Weather Service data as of Nov 7, 2026 at 5:33 AM EST, plus solunar and sun/moon times computed in-house. This is a computed report, not an eyewitness catch report.
42.824502, -73.128759
Est. water temp
53.1°F
v1 estimate from air temperature — not a sensor reading
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How to catch them at Lake Hancock
Smallmouth Bass feed most actively at Dawn and Dusk, when activity runs about 21% above the daily average across all four light windows.
Typical Fall depth: 20-40 ft
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Location
Lake Hancock · 42.8245, -73.1288
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FAQ
Common questions
What fish are in Lake Hancock?
State surveys have confirmed Smallmouth Bass in Lake Hancock.
When's the best time to fish Lake Hancock?
Smallmouth Bass feed most actively at Dawn and Dusk, when activity runs about 21% above the daily average across all four light windows. Check today's bite forecast for Lake Hancock to see the best window for current conditions.
Where is Lake Hancock?
Lake Hancock is near Bennington, VT, at 42.8245, -73.1288.
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