Lake Champlain

Located in Clinton and Essex Counties, New York

Lake Champlain spans a whopping 278,400-acres, split between New York, Vermont, and a small part of Canada. New York City is roughly 250-350 miles south, and Syracuse, New York is 223 miles southwest.

The closest location for emergency care is the Champlain Valley Physicians Hospital, located in Plattsburgh, New York. The Plattsburgh International Airport is the largest airport on the New York side of the border.

Fun on the Lake

Lake Champlain is 120 miles long and 12 miles at its widest point. There are 587 miles of shoreline and 71 islands along the way. The average depth of the water is 64 feet, but the deepest point is 400 feet.

With every season, the landscape transforms and creates a character of its own. Summer in the Adirondacks is an amazing time to get the most out of sunny days. You can have fun hiking, swimming, paddling, fishing, and much more here!

The CATS trail system includes more than 40 miles of trail, many of which are beginner routes to stunning vistas of Lake Champlain and the Adirondack High Peaks.

Lake Champlain has over 90 species of fish and is considered one of the best bass fishing lakes in the northeast. The most common species of fish found here are northern pike, largemouth bass, black crappie, brown bullhead, bluegill, rock bass, and yellow perch. Trout and salmon can also be found on this lake.

Bird Watching Paradise

There are 318 species of birds in Vermont that live on Lake Champlain. Of particular interest is the Common Tern. There have been successful efforts made to protect the habitat of this bird. Common Tern nesting pairs rose from 50 in 1988 to 275 in 2013.

What’s Nearby?

Visit the Champlain Valley Transportation Museum and enjoy all of the exhibits, from cars to boats to bicycles. The museum initially focused on the history of Lozier motors when it was founded and has expanded to many different forms of transportation over the years.

The War of 1812 Museum has rotating exhibits about the mostly forgotten war as well as a small theater, art gallery, and interpretive center. They have several historical artifacts from the War of 1812, ranging from guns to maps.

The must-see Bluff Point Lighthouse is a local favorite. The historic lighthouse is still standing and was one of the last to be named on the lake.

For the Lover of Nature

Lake Champlain is the perfect place for those who want to enjoy the outdoors and get away from the city. Whether it's ice-fishing in winter or sailboating in the summer, Lake Champlain is the perfect spot for you!