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Chittenden County

Porter Natural Area – Gap in Colchester Causeway loop from Rossetti Natural Area

Chittenden County

Porter Natural Area – Gap in Colchester Causeway loop from Rossetti Natural Area

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Porter Natural Area – Gap in Colchester Causeway loop from Rossetti Natural Area

01:03

21.9km

50m

Gravel riding

Easy gravel ride. Great for any fitness level. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels. The starting point of the route is right next to a parking lot.

Last updated: May 22, 2026

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Start point

Parking

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6.16 km

Porter Natural Area

Highlight • Forest

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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6.67 km

Colchester Causeway (Mainland to Ferry)

Highlight (Segment) • Trail

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 …

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11.0 km

Gap in Colchester Causeway

Highlight • Bridge

The Colchester Causeway has a 200-foot gap here to allow boats to pass through. In the summer, there is a short ferry that takes you to the other side to complete the trail.

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11.0 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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13.2 km

Colchester Causeway

Highlight • Cycleway

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

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21.9 km

End point

Parking

Way Types & Surfaces

Way Types

13.8 km

7.24 km

478 m

282 m

< 100 m

< 100 m

Surfaces

12.9 km

8.81 km

252 m

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