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Colchester Causeway (Mainland to Ferry)

Colchester Causeway (Mainland to Ferry)

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Colchester Causeway (Mainland to Ferry)

Name: Colchester Causeway (Mainland to Ferry)
Rating: 2

Recommended by 7 road cyclists

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Location: Grand Isle County, Vermont, United States

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Best Road Cycling Rides to Colchester Causeway (Mainland to Ferry)

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1. Waterfront Park – Delta Park loop from Downtown

89.2km

04:40

450m

Moderate road ride. Good fitness required. Some segments of this route may be unpaved and difficult to ride.

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2. Waterfront Park – Delta Park loop from Burlington

74.2km

03:39

410m

Moderate road ride. Good fitness required. Some segments of this route may be unpaved and difficult to ride.

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3. Barge Canal – Waterfront Park loop from Malletts Bay

88.6km

04:15

490m

Moderate road ride. Good fitness required. Some segments of this route may be unpaved and difficult to ride.

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Jamie S.

February 14, 2024

The Colchester Causeway is a popular, incredibly unique recreational trail located in Burlington, Vermont. It extends from the mainland to South Hero Island in Lake Champlain. The causeway is a narrow strip of land that was once used by the Rutland Railroad as a rail line connecting Burlington to the Champlain Islands. However, the rail line was abandoned in the 1960s, and the causeway was converted into a trail for pedestrians and cyclists. The causeway offers stunning views of Lake Champlain and the surrounding mountains. It's a popular spot for walking, jogging, biking, fishing, and birdwatching. The trail is relatively flat and easy to navigate, making it suitable for people of all ages and fitness levels. One of the highlights of the Colchester Causeway is the scenic bike ferry that operates during the warmer months (check the schedule here localmotion.org/bike_ferry). The ferry shuttles cyclists across a 200-foot gap in the causeway, allowing them to continue their journey uninterrupted. This unique feature adds to the charm of the trail and provides a memorable experience for visitors.

dfrhodes1066

July 25, 2025

The Island Line Bike Ferry at Colchester Causeway
localmotion.org/bike_ferry

During Summer service, Bike Ferry Hours are 10am-5pm Mon-Fri & 10am-6pm Sat & Sun.
The Bike Ferry runs continuously throughout the day. Reservations are not required, and the boat runs by passenger's donations (cash or Venmo).

The 2025 Bike Ferry season begins Memorial Day weekend, Friday May 23 - Monday May 26.

Spring service on Fridays, Saturdays, and Sundays through Sunday June 15th.

Summer daily (7 days a week) service begins Monday June 16th and ends on Labor Day September 1st.

Fall weekend service on Fridays, Saturdays, Sundays begins Sept 5th.

Last day of 2025 service is Indigenous Peoples Day on Monday October 13th.

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Location: Grand Isle County, Vermont, United States

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Colchester Causeway (Mainland to Ferry)

1. Waterfront Park – Delta Park loop from Downtown

2. Waterfront Park – Delta Park loop from Burlington

3. Barge Canal – Waterfront Park loop from Malletts Bay

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