Lake Champlain nestles in the Champlain Valley tucked between the Adirondack Mountains of New York and the Green Mountains of Vermont. The beautiful freshwater lake runs all along the Essex County’s eastern border, from Montreal Canada, to the tip in Whitehall, New York.
Picturesque quaint villages and towns such as Essex, Elizabethtown, Burlington VT, and Plattsburgh feature all along the shores of Lake Champlain. Take a trip via the three scenic ferry crossings available for commuting to Westport and spend a day at the splendid marina, explore the lovely antique shops and spend a night at one of the charming historic bed and breakfasts in the area. Located adjacent to the stunning Lake Champlain the Champlain Centre is a wonderful premier shopping location offering a myriad of specialty shops, outlet stores, a food court, and cinemas.
Discover the rich history of both the New York and Vermont region, by exploring the many historic sites such as Fort Ticonderoga, Crown Point State Historic Site, Champlain Memorial Lighthouse and the Lake Champlain Maritime Museum. The Lake Champlain’s wondrous natural beauty is the perfect setting for theatrical and musical performances. For great family fun visit the nearby theme parks and natural water parks such as Ausable Chasm and High Falls Gorge. Visit the home of “Champ”, a mystical sea creature that has been spotted for hundred of years, in Port Henry.
The long flowing shores of Lake Champlain are rich with opportunities for exploration and activity. The magnificent Adirondack Mountains region offers horseback riding, bird watching, hiking and biking trails, and phenomenal fishing. In the winter months visitors can enjoy cross country skiing, ice fishing, bobsled rides, and snowmobiling. The vast lake offers an abundance of outdoor activities such as boating, water sports, sailing, swimming, and scuba diving. Beautiful golf courses are located in the Lake Champlain region for the avid golfer to explore. Lake Champlain is a superb vacation destination for outdoor lovers, history buffs, adventure seekers, and for those that would just like to relax and take in the breathtaking natural beauty of the region.
