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Grand Isle County Travel Guide — Things to Do, Food & Hotels

county in Vermont, United States

About Grand Isle County

Grand Isle County is made up of several islands in the middle of Lake Champlain as well as a large peninsula at the northern end of the lake. Most people refer to Grand Isle County simply as "the islands." It is not connected by land to any other part of the U.S.. Grand Isle County has a milder climate than the rest of the state because of the presence of the lake.

Top Attractions in Grand Isle County

Explore the best things to see and do in Grand Isle County:

  • Alburg Dunes State Park
  • Alburgh Golf Links
  • Biking/Hiking
  • Burton Island State Park
  • Chazy Reef Formation
  • Fishing
  • Grand Isle Art Works
  • Grand Isle State Park

Where to Eat in Grand Isle County

Must-try local food and restaurants:

  • 🍴Hero's Welcome
  • 🍴Kim's Snack Bar
  • 🍴North Hero House
  • 🍴Pan's South Hero Pizza
  • 🍴Ruthcliffe Lodge & Restaurant
  • 🍴Seb's Snack Bar

Where to Stay in Grand Isle County

  • 🏨Adams Landing Bed & Breakfast
  • 🏨Crescent Bay Farm Bed and Breakfast
  • 🏨Ferry Watch Inn
  • 🏨Heron's Way Bed and Breakfast
  • 🏨North Hero House Inn
  • 🏨Ransom Bay Inn

Grand Isle County Travel Guide Sections

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