Colchester/Burlington bridge – Colchester Causeway loop from Shelburne

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Colchester/Burlington bridge – Colchester Causeway loop from Shelburne

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Colchester/Burlington bridge – Colchester Causeway loop from Shelburne

03:26

57.6km

320m

Cycling

Moderate bike ride. Good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. The starting point of the route is right next to a parking lot.

Last updated: October 27, 2026

Waypoints

Start point

Parking

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Highlight • Beach

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Burlington Greenway

Highlight (Segment) • Cycleway

The Burlington Greenway, a portion of the longer Island Line Trail, is an 8-mile multi-use paved path that runs along the Lake Champlain shoreline.

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Pine Street Barge Canal

Lake

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Granite Steps

Highlight • Structure

The Burlington Greenway Path has undergone a stunning transformation, and these Barre granite steps are a beautiful addition to the rehabilitation of the city's trail system. These steps not only …

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Burlington Greenway – North Beach Section

Highlight (Segment) • Cycleway

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Colchester/Burlington bridge

Highlight • Bridge

We were looking for a access to the water abs a place to rest. Just before the bridge on the side to Burlington there is a little park, kayak drop, …

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Delta Park

Nature Reserve

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Colchester Causeway

Highlight • Cycleway

Check ferry schedule in advance. Our ride back against the wind was pretty hard.

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Winooski River Bridge

Highlight • Bridge

This cool bridge on the Island Line Trail passes over the Winooski River and offers great views up and down the waterway. This is a pretty wide bridge and is pretty popular for picture taking.

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The Burlington Greenway is an 8-mile paved path that hugs the Lake Champlain shoreline, offering stunning water and mountain views. It links downtown Burlington with parks, beaches, and neighborhoods. Don’t …

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57.6 km

End point

Parking

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