24 1-800-VERMONT COURTESY OF ECHO, LEAHY CENTER FOR LAKE CHAMPLAIN PHOTO BY BEN DEFLORIO IN THE LAKE CHAMPLAIN VALLEY DAY ONE Start your Lake Champlain Valley getaway in the charming coastal-inspired town of Colchester. EXPERIENCE Sam Mazza's Farm Market This bustling farmers market is open yearround, offering baked goods, Vermont and specialty foods, and in-season produce. Known for their fields of pickyour-own produce in the warmer months. FOOD & DRINK The Pickled Perch Experience the stunning lake views while dining on the patio and enjoy rotating seasonal menus and weekly specials. Rozzi’s Lakeshore Tavern This neighborhood hangout is serving up an extensive menu of delicious food and a variety of local microbrews. STAY Lakeshore Vermont Relax in a vacation rental located in the heart of Malletts Bay. Take in the incredible lake and mountain views and enjoy a private sandy beach and dock. PLAY Colchester Causeway Path Experience Lake Champlain from this four-mile-long gravel path. An extension of the Burlington Bike Path, this section of path takes visitors out onto the lake, by foot or by bicycle. Start in Burlington and explore the shores of Lake Champlain all the way to South Hero using the Island Line Trail Bike Ferry (operated seasonally). Bayside Beach and Paddle Sports A 22-acre park overlooking Malletts Bay offers beach access and park facilities such as volleyball and tennis courts, pavilion, and more. Seasonal equipment rentals are available from Bayside Paddle sports. DAY TWO Spend the day taking in all the Burlington waterfront has to offer. EXPERIENCE ECHO, Leahy Center for Lake Champlain Vermont’s premier science and nature museum located on the Burlington waterfront offers over 100 interactive The Lake Champlain Valley cradles the shore of Lake Champlain, and with every season, the landscape transforms showcasing local character. Diverse experiences abound. Outdoor recreation, events, independent restaurants, farmers markets, and a vibrant performing arts scene await. Use this itinerary to explore Vermont’s Lake Champlain Valley, from Colchester to Shelburne.
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