The Chimney Point State Historic Site is located on the eastern shore of Lake Champlain at the foot of the 2011 Lake Champlain Bridge, one of the most dramatic gateways to Vermont. The site explores the history of the area's three earliest cultures...

200 miles of trails In 2009, Champlain Area Trails (CATS) trail published its earliest trail map highlighting the first new hiking trails it created along with the few existing other trails. This gave visitors and residents alike a new perspective on...

This is another fine trail in the CATS network. The Sophie's Lair Trail goes through a field, then enters the woods with two loops and a connection to the Florence Hathaway Park Trail.

(1 mi RT, easy) Trailhead on Old Ironville Rd, 0.2 mi east of Penfield Museum. Cross creek, follow trail into woods, climbs hill above brook, goes along east shore of Penfield Pond.

This is a short hike through the woods above the Boquet River.

This new trail features a historic cemetery and a large summit expanse, with views from angles not easily reached by any other trail.

This lovely trail goes through a forest and a field, then goes along wetlands and a pond before entering a diverse forest with incredibly old oak trees and unexpected rock outcrops.

This scenic, easy walk is perfect for anyone. Be advised there may be trail closures in the area around hunting season. Check the CATS website for the latest info.

Explore this wonderful CATS trail and discover a beautiful area, and maybe your new favorite place to hike.

The Round Pond Trail connects Ensign Pond Road with the area near Sharp Bridge State Campground, bisecting a portion of the Hammond Pond Wild Forest.