Ready to explore Isle La Motte Another Side of Vermont? Here's everything you need to know before you go!
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Points of Interest on the Island
Beyond the Fisk Quarry Preserve, the island has a few other spots worth seeking out:
- Goodsell Ridge Preserve: Another protected area on the island managed by the Isle La Motte Preservation Trust, featuring more reef exposures and natural habitat. The landscape here gives you a good sense of how the reef geology shapes the entire island.
- Saint Anne's Shrine: Located on the western shore of the island, this marks the site of a short-lived French military outpost established in 1666. The shrine grounds sit right on the lake and include a small beach — one of the few sandy spots on Lake Champlain in Vermont.
- Lake Champlain shoreline: The island's position in the northern part of the lake means you're looking out toward Quebec to the north and the Adirondacks to the west. The light on the water in the late afternoon is worth the trip on its own.
Recommended gear for this trail
LGPO Pick
Salomon
Elixir Tour Mid WP
Waterproof mid-height boot ideal for rocky terrain
203.38 $
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Ready to go?
Everything you need to know before you goStarting Point
To access the hiking trails, head to the designated parking area located at 4039 Main Street, Isle La Motte, VT 05463. This is the primary starting point for exploring the trails in the area.
When?
Opening hours
No information
Varies by season
Best season
Fall
Spectacular colors
Best time
Early morning
Less crowded
Weather (next days)
Loading
How much?
Entry fees
Adult
Not available
Child
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What to bring?
Gear
- Hiking shoes Essential
- → Salomon Elixir Tour Mid WP · 203.38 $
- Layered clothing Essential
- Rain jacket Essential
- Trekking poles
- → Black Diamond Trail Ergo Cork · 69.99 $
- Headlamp
- → Petzl Actik Core 625 · 103.95 $
Water & food
2L minimum
No water point on the trail
Bring energy snacks for a 4h+ hike
Good to know
Park rules
No dogs
Safety
Download the GPX before you go
Limited cellular coverage on the trail
Slippery after rain
Be careful on rocky sections
In an emergency
Emergency
911
Parking GPS
44.88, 44.88
Center
Not available
FAQ - Frequently asked questions
Everything you need to knowEasy
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The Isle La Motte Another Side of Vermont trail is 16 km long and takes approximately 1.25 hours to complete. The trail offers a relatively quick outdoor experience in Vermont.
The Isle La Motte Another Side of Vermont trail is rated as Easy difficulty with only 10 m of elevation gain. This makes it accessible for most hikers regardless of experience level.
No, dogs are not allowed on the Isle La Motte Another Side of Vermont trail. Plan to leave your pets at home when visiting this trail.
Yes, the Isle La Motte Another Side of Vermont trail is excellent for beginners with its Easy difficulty rating and minimal elevation gain of 10 m. The 1.25 hour duration also makes it a manageable introduction to hiking.
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