A really fascinating place to visit for a decent hike/ tour. It's a self guided tour after you grab…read moreyour tickets inside the gift shop. There are some pretty incredible views & a few astounding caves you can explore. The trail features quite a bit of stairs & winding paths so come prepared (eg. walking stick if need be). We saw plenty of families, children & seniors on the trail so it's suitable for an array of people. We saved the coolest part for last: cracking open a few geodes. This is completely random but it's enchanting to wait & see what color is inside! We love this place.

Such a great day for kids while in the Adirondacks! The geode popping and activities at the end of…read morethe trail were fun.

Hiked Otter Creek Gorge Trail on Friday afternoon. After a long drive up to Vermont, decided to…read morestretch our legs at this dull trail, which was quick and uneventful. Quality: Otter Creek Gorge Trail is a short trail that starts near a dam on Otter Creek. It is a piece of a larger trail that circles all of Middlebury. The trail is short and pretty boring. Other than the fun bridges at the entrance and a small waterfall, which isn't actually visible from the trail itself, there is not much to see. It also has quite a few bugs that were very irritating. Okay for a quick stroll, but not worth a visit unless you live in the area. Quantity: There were a few different trail options in the Middlebury Area Land Trust, but we decided to stick with the shorter Otter Creek Gorge Trail, which was just under two miles. Value: No cost to park or hike this trail. Ambiance: Otter Creek Gorge Trail is located a little north of Middlebury, Vermont. It is a short trail that follows along the creek in a forested area before opening up to a large field. The trail is very easy with minimal elevation, but also very few viewpoints. There are two unique bridges that you traverse over the dam, which are the most exciting part of the short journey. Crowd: We saw cars in the lot, but no people on the relatively short trail. Service: Signage was not the best on the trail, but it is still easy to follow. The trail itself was well-maintained and the recent heavy rains did not impact the quality. Parking: Small dirt parking lot at the trailhead, not well marked.

This is a gorgeous waterfall and swimming hole about a 45 minute drive from Burlington, VT! My…read morewife, two teenage sons, mini-poodle, and I came here in July 2024 on a hot summer day to cool off for an hour. Lots of pluses. First, it has a wide receiving pool area that is conducive to large groups and is more kid-friendly than other swimming holes (such as Warren Falls). Second, parking is generally available on the side of the road above the falls. You can descend along the second pathway down which is less steep than the first pathway. Third, dogs with a leash are allowed in the area. Would strongly recommend bringing water shoes (river shoes) if you don't like the pain of multiple rocks on your bare feet. Also, it tends to be a bit more quiet from 3pm-4pm, but got crowded when we departed at 5pm. Overall, this is a great place to experience a swimming hole in Vermont - especially if you are staying nearby in Burlington, VT.

I am into cold plunging for health and wellness. It was a cold rainy Aug. day and we headed to…read moreBristol for food and falls. Bartlett falls are amazing. Very accessible and pristine. We had a lovely swim. We parked on the side of the road and walked down..easy peasy.

I went here on a hike on my way to Burlington and it was awesome!…read more I arrived just before 10am on a Saturday in November and the parking lot was nearly full so it's definitely a popular spot. You have the option of the trail or the road, which happened to be closed to traffic when I was there. The trail was marked well and easy to follow. There were several points that had stairs, making it easier to climb. The view at the top is breathtaking! You get views of the Adirondack mountains and Lake Champlain. It's incredible! There are also picnic areas at the top and plenty of places to spread out. I took the road back down and definitely enjoyed the trail more than the road - it was more peaceful. There are several porta potties in the parking area, which is a nice amenity. Highly recommend!

Very nice casual hike. Due to the recent rain we took the road up, but still an awesome short hike…read morewith amazing views from the summit. Kid and family friendly hike with only a few steep parts on the road. Entry fee: $5 adult, $2 kid Pets: Free, must be leashed

This is a gorgeous park along the shore of lake Champlain, with a wonderful walkway for locals and…read moretourists to enjoy the beauty of the landscape. The downtown Burlington is visible from the park. There's also tiny beach like sand area available. The adjacent park is also very popular among locals. The area bbq stations setup. Multiple playground areas with slides, swing, and marry go round. The park has two parking areas. One closer to main park, another one is further in, closer to the tree house. Both are paid parkings, but when we went on Sunday, we didn't have to pay. There are couple of volleyball fields next to the treehouse. We saw a bunch of people playing. The treehouse itself was underwhelming. Still it is a beautiful park to visit.

What a nice park! It really has everything. Hiking trails by the river, playground, sports court,…read moreand the view! The playground has 2-3 sections so it's not over crowded at the same area. Along the hiking trail, there are equipments for physical therapy. The day we went was chilly but still quite a lot of people biking and hiking. The treehouse is cool but I think it will have better view in summer. Lots graffiti inside tho. I didn't like that. Parking lot on site (kiosk to pay fee?)

No accessible features. Park is primarily focused on a hiking trail with natural history…read moreinterpretation. Misrepresented in several online descriptions...

A easy and fun hike with a good reward at the end. A beautiful view of Lake Champlain from a…read moredistance! It's a 1.3 mile long trail, 2.6 miles total. It's not a really flat walk, but nothing too steep or difficult. Just enough to break a sweat! The parking area we were at had enough parking for maybe 4 cars. The road is a well maintained dirt road, not too pothole ridden but there were a few here and there. The road is also a beautiful walk, I would love to walk on it everyday if I lived here! I really like the forest itself, interesting but also calm and peaceful. Saw some squirrels and a few little frogs. A interesting flower, I'm not sure what type or if it was just dying? I took a picture of it! Come check it out and enjoy the woods for a little while!

We wanted to take a morning stroll with our coffee and this was perfect! It's a short walk to the…read morebeach and it was nice and quiet. There was a decent amount of parking spots but can easily see them filling up during a busier time of the day.

Very nice easy hike! Beautiful views of Lake Champlain. Wide and easy to follow trails.read more

Charlotte Beach is a playground and beach in Charlotte. It has bathrooms, pickleball and tennis, a…read morecovered bridge, a swim dock, easy parking, and swings. There are no dogs allowed, there are lots of gnats in spring, and you have to pay. It is only open in a little bit in spring and all of summer. I would recommend sunscreen, bug spray, and extra layers. I felt excited there,I give it . -Ayla Grade 3

This place is pure natural gorgeousness. I mean wow. Lovely beach area (no sand, rocks) on Lake…read moreChamplain. There are several floating docks in the water that you can swim out to to lay out or relax. Views for days..... stunning . There's a few picnic tables and benches around the area. Right down the road is a beautiful old covered bridge. If you're in Charlotte, check it out!

Do you like hiking? Go to Laplatte River. It has forty five acres. I like the steep parts and the…read moretroll bridge. I didn't like the mud in the spring. I suggest you bring boots. I felt happy, tired and excited. I would recommend this place. -Oliver 2nd grade The Laplatte river is magnificent. It has a troll bridge,4.5 miles of trials, a river and rock cliffs.I like that you can offer things to the troll. If he likes it he might play a tune. I don't like that it is muddy in the spring. I would recommend bug spray and an offering for the troll. I felt happy. I would recommend this place. -Whit 3rd grade

Cute and tiny little spot in a more rural area…read more My friend showed me this place while we were in the Burlington area. We only made a quick stop and grabbed some photos. If you are a photography buff, I would recommend stopping here to take some pics. I'm a novice trying to learn how to use a real camera, but it was fun to snap a few shots. If you like history, check out the sign about the Mills at Shelburne Falls. It is a very peaceful and serene setting. It was great to have a zen moment and listen to the rushing waters.

Beautiful quiet grounds that give you a lovely vista to look at as well as a piece of North…read moreAmerican history. Lots of grass to have a picnic or hang around in with a beautiful view of the lake and that gorgeous bridge. Free parking. I didn't check out the fort, just the grounds and the views as a break after a few hours of driving and it's totally worth the small detour.

A beautiful piece of history to see…read more.. Well maintained. Located right on the shore of Lake Champlain and right by the lighthouse. There's a museum inside. The museum cost money, but the site is free. There are bathrooms outside, but they are only open during office hours. The site is still open to see after hours, until dusk. There's a pavilion, tables and grills. There's a parking lot structure. The museum is wheel chair accessible, the site is all grass. You can see the champlain bridge from here and there's also a restaurant right over there bridge.