Colchester/Burlington bridge – Colchester Causeway loop from Ethan Allen Park

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Colchester/Burlington bridge – Colchester Causeway loop from Ethan Allen Park

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Colchester/Burlington bridge – Colchester Causeway loop from Ethan Allen Park

02:51

45.8km

190m

Cycling

Moderate bike ride. Good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. The route includes a crossing by ferry. The starting point of the route is accessible with public transport.

Last updated: November 12, 2026

This route includes a ferry crossing

Tips

Includes ferry crossings

Check ferry timetable.

After 13.0 km for 325 m

After 32.7 km for 325 m

Waypoints

Start point

Bus stop

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4.55 km

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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8.05 km

The Porter Natural Area is a 56-acre nature preserve that is made up of wetlands and forests. The Colchester Causeway Trail passes through the preserve and brings you up close with the beautiful landscape.

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9.94 km

Colchester Causeway (Mainland to Ferry)

Highlight (Segment) • Trail

Also known as the Island Line Trail, the Colchester Causeway is a 13.4-mile gravel path that follows the old Island Line Railroad. It is popular with walkers, runners and cyclists.

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12.8 km

Lake Champlain bike ferry crossing

Highlight • Rest Area

Here the track is interrupted. But in summer a ferry helps out.

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27.8 km

Allenholm Farm Stand Maple Soda Float

Highlight • Cafe

Allenholm Farm Stand has excellent food. Try the Maple soda, Maple ice cream float. It’s to die for!!!!!

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35.3 km

Colchester Causeway

Highlight • Cycleway

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

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40.9 km

Delta Park

Highlight • Rest Area

Delta Park is a pretty, unique park that is right on the water and accessible via the Island Line Trail (Burlington Bike Path), a popular multi-use trail. There are picnic …

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41.3 km

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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