Stay at Garden Island and fill your days with island activities all included with your stay. The island is open to Garden Island guests only so you will always be able to find a spot on the beach, or a kayak to take out and explore the lake.
Kids and adults will love exploring the trails and landscape of the island.
Start your day with a cup of coffee on the beach watching the sunrise and end with a drink on the porch of your private Lake Champlain cottage as the sky slowly grows dark.
Things to Do at Garden Island
Swimming
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Hiking
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Stand Up Paddle Boarding
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Sunsets
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Sandy Beach
Swimming ✳︎ Hiking ✳︎ Stand Up Paddle Boarding ✳︎ Sunsets ✳︎ Sandy Beach
Garden Island is close to so many local attractions, but guests often find they want to enjoy the time on the island as much as possible. Here are a few of the activities that one can enjoy.
Lake Champlain offers beautiful, clear, clean freshwater. The deep waters are perfect for swimming, kayaking, boating and all other lake activities. Garden Island has a swim dock, raft, sandy beach, and non-motorized boats all for guest use including with your stay.
Hike the ¼ trail around the island in addition to numerous interior trails. The cool of the woods along the island’s circumference allows you to take in 360 degrees of Lake Champlain views in a cool and comfortable walk. While the interior trails are mostly flat and easy, the trail around the island offers a moderate challenge due to its occasional steep hills and rocky terrain. A perfect way to start or end the day.
2025
New York
“The possibilities for fun are endless… From water sports of all kinds to campfires and s'mores to enjoying the majestical views of the lake and the mountains. Or find a quiet place to read your book. It’s the perfect spot for a family vacation.”
- Joanne B.