Burton Island State Park

2714 Hathaway Point Road
Saint Albans Bay, VT 05481

802-524-6353

Burton Island is a 253-acre park off the southwestern tip of St. Albans Point in Lake Champlain’s 'Inland Sea'. The park is accessible only by boat, with the state’s passenger ferry making the 10-minute trip from Kamp Kill Kare State Park.Facilities/ Amenities/ ServicesThe park has:3 miles of shoreline14 campground tent sites26 lean-to sites4 remote tent sites3 cabins15 boat mooringsa 100-slip marina with WIFI, dockside electricity and a marine holding-tank pumpout facility3 restrooms with flush toilets, running water and coin-operated showershiking trailsa nature center and museumThe Burton Island Bistro, a small store and cafe serving breakfast and lunch with cold salads and other to-go items. The store also sells camping goods, beer, wine and ice. ACTIVITIESCamping: This park has 14 tent sites, 26 lean-to's and 4 remote tent sites. There are also 3 cabins available to rent.Hiking: There are a number of mostly-flat trails around the island, including a self-guided nature trail.Swimming: There are plenty of great spots to take a swim in Lake Champlain throughout the island.Boating: Canoes and kayaks are available to rent.Fishing: Lake Champlain has lots of great fishing. Burton Island also participates in the Reel Fun Program.Picnicking: Lots of great picnicking options around the island.Stand-up Padding Boarding: SUP's are available to rent.Nature Programs: This park offers nature programs. Please call the park directly for more information.Volleyball: There is a volleyball net in the day use field.

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