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Properties Conserved by the Lake Champlain Land Trust

  1. Alburgh Lakeshore Park – This public access lakeshore park protects important lakeside wetland habitat and provides users of the Alburgh Rail Trail access to the lake. Conserved in 2007. 
  2. Algonquin Ridge Natural Area – Located in Milton, this private conservation easement protects over 800 feet of Lake Champlain shoreline and cliffside wildlife habitat near Eagle Mountain Natural Area. Donated in 2004. 
  3. Anonymous – This  property protects forested Lake Champlain shoreline on the west side of Shelburne Point. Donated in 1999.
  4. Bald Mountain Nature Preserve – This 1,369 acre nature preserve is part of the larger Helen W. Buckner Memorial Preserve in West Haven Vermont.  The area contains at least six natural communities and protects numerus rare species.  Conserved in partnership with TNC in 2009
  5. Birch Island – Located in Malletts Bay in Colchester, the entirety of Birch Island is protected by a private conservation easement. Conserved in 1980.
  6. Blue Ledge Natural Area – This private conservation easement protects 5 rare natural communities and over 8 rare plant species in the Town of Orwell with partner TNC. Bargain sale in 2004.
  7. Buckstrfarm – This private 140+ acre conservation easement in Grand Isle protects agricultural land and includes an active ‘sugarbush’. Donated in 1999.
  8. Carleton's Prize Island - Carleton's Prize Island, off the tip of South Hero, was the first land trust project.  Named after the British General who thought the island was an American ship on a foggy morning in 1776. Donated in 1978.
  9. Charlotte Bluffs - A private 26 acre conservation easement protecting over 1,660 feet of undeveloped Lake Champlain shoreline including a significant lakeshore forest. Donated in 1991.
  10. Eagle Mountain - This 225 acre wildlife reserve boasts hiking trails, overlooks of Lake Champlain, and numerous fields for cross-country skiing.  Conserved in 1998.  Guide Sheet
  11. Fisk Quarry – Located in Isle La Motte, this old quarry is now an outdoor museum containing world renowned, 480 million-year-old fossils.  Conserved in 1999.  Guide Sheet. 
  12. Four Brothers Islands – The Lake Champlain Land Trust assisted TNC in the acquisition of Four Brother Islands, four of the most important wildlife habitat islands on the New York side of Lake Champlain. Conserved in 1981.
  13. Goodsell Ridge Fossil Preserve - A unique fossil preserve and outdoor museum located in Isle La Motte, this preserve features some of the world’s oldest fossils contained in exposed outcroppings.  Goodsell Ridge is an ideal place for learning about the geologic history of our region. Conserved in 2005.
  14. Gramma's Island – Located just offshore from Butler Island in North Hero, this island provides ideal nesting habitat for the rare Common Tern. Donated in 1997.
  15. Howes-Fefee Conservation Project – The generous donation and conservation of a lakeside house and 18 acres of land contributes to the scenic beauty and agricultural sustainability of North Hero. Donated in 2000.
  16. Hyde Point Project – The Lake Champlain Land Trust assisted another group in co-holding a conservation easement on a private Hyde Point property in Grand Isle. Donated in 2000.
  17. Keeler Bay – The conservation of 234 acres of undeveloped shore lands, agricultural fields and forested wetlands in South Hero stabilized a rapidly growing area in South Hero. Donated in 1998.
  18. Knight Island – The Lake Champlain Land Trust and TNC partnered to conserve Knight Island State Park in North Hero.  This 175 acre preserve has trails and a picnic area for day-use and is open to the public for primitive island camping during the summer months.  Conserved in 1990. Guide Sheet
  19. Law Island - Paddle or walk across a shallow bay from the bike path to Law Island State Park in Colchester!  The Lake Champlain Land Trust conserved the entire 8.5 acre forested island in 1994. Guide Sheet
  20. Lake Champlain Sandplain Forest - This private conservation easement located in Colchester protects 78 acres of forestland and includes two of the rarest natural communities in the state.  Donated in 2009.
  21. Malletts Creek Marsh – This natural area and wetland protects critical fish spawning habitat and is an essential buffer for Lake Champlain.  Donated in 1997.
  22. Marble Island - The Lake Champlain Land Trust owns Marble Island, a 3 acre island in Malletts Bay, Colchester, with a canoe landing and picnic site. Donated in 1985.
  23. Mayes Landing - Located at the confluence of the Winooski River and Lake Champlain, Mayes Landing is a perfect resting and picnic spot as one travels along the Burlington bike path. Conserved in 2000. Guide Sheet
  24. Mill River Falls Natural Area – Located along St. Albans Bay in Georgia, this natural area protects fishing and hunting access to the Mill River delta, a scenic waterfall, and some of the top waterfowl habitat in the area.  Donated in 2003.  Guide Sheet
  25. Mud Island – Lake Champlain Land Trust facilitated the conservation of this island in Panton and then donated to the State. Donated in 1994.
  26. Niquette Bay State Park expansion – Located along the shores of Malletts Bay in Colchester, this state park now includes over 500 acres – one of the largest protected natural areas in Chittenden County.   Conserved in 2000.  Guide Sheet
  27. Paradise Bay Farm- Located in South Hero, this private conservation easement protects important farmland and wildlife habitat. Conserved in 2006.
  28. Porter Natural Area – This 56 acre wetland complex acts as an important buffer for both Lake Champlain and the Colchester Bog.  Protected land along southern edge Burlington Bike Path from the bog to lake. Donated in 1997.
  29. Rabideau Park Expansion – The project enabled the expansion of a neighborhood park by protecting wetlands and hiking trails in Plattsburgh, NY.  Conserved in 2003.
  30. Rock Island Georgia - One of the top two rare bird sanctuaries and island habitats in Lake Champlain, Rock Island is key to the ongoing recovery of the state endangered Common Tern. Conserved in 1999.
  31. Rock Island Panton - A highly visible forested island off the shores of Panton, Rock Island rewards the canoeist or kayaker with an excellent picnic location. Conserved in 1999. Guide Sheet
  32. Rock Island State Park – This undeveloped island in Malletts Bay, Colchester is part of the Niquette Bay State Park.  Donated in 1997.
  33. Rossetti Natural Area – One of the most popular natural areas in Colchester, Rossetti Natural Area includes 47 acres and over 1,400 feet of sandy beach.  Conserved in 1997.  Guide Sheet
  34. Round Pond Natural Area –Protecting one of the top wetland priorities in the entire Lake Champlain region and enabling permanent public access to hiking, snowshoeing, fishing, and hunting opportunities, Round Pond is one of Vermont’s greatest conservation success stories.  Conserved with partners SHLT, VLT, & TNC in 2001. Guide Sheet
  35. Round Pond Natural Area (Apple Island Resort) - This privately held portion of Round Pond Natural Area provides additional habitat protection and recreation opportunities. Donated in 2002.
  36. Shelburne Bluffs - The Shelburne Bluffs is a private conservation easement on Shelburne Point protecting over 2,000 feet of Lake Champlain shoreline and scenic viewshed for boaters. Donated in 1982.
  37. Shelburne Farms –Several miles of critical viewsheds and forested shoreline areas are protected on the grounds of the historic and world renowned Shelburne Farms environmental educational center. Donated in 1982.
  38. Shelburne River Park -  Situated on the shores of the LaPlatte River, this park provides a kayak and canoe access point less than one mile from Lake Champlain's Shelburne Bay. Conserved in 2004.
  39. South Hero Woodlands - A privately held forest reserve with a conservation easement protecting wildlife habitat and vernal pools in the heart of South Hero. Donated in 1999.
  40. Split Rock Mountain Wild Forest - Conserved in partnership with OSI, this 2,255 acre forest in Essex and Westport, NY offers public trails with beautiful views of the Green Mountains and the Adirondacks, and protects over 2 miles of undeveloped Lake Champlain shoreline. Conserved in 1993.  Guide Sheet
  41. Stoneledge Natural Area – This private 30 acre conservation easement protects over 1,800 feet of Lake Champlain shoreline, three rare natural communities and four rare plants. Conserved in 2002.
  42. Upper Fish Bladder Island – This island is an important bird habitat and potential Common Tern nesting habitat island in South Hero. Donated in 2000.
  43. Woods Island -  The Lake Champlain Land Trust facilitated negotiations and funding for the purchase of Woods Island by the State of Vermont. This undeveloped island provides excellent wildlife habitat and is open to the public for primitive camping. Conserved in 1985.