What to do and see in South Hero, United States: The Best Places and Tips

October 18, 2017 Enedina Augsburger

South Hero is the most populous town that is both comprising part of Lake Champlain's largest island of Grand Isle and in Grand Isle County, Vermont. South Hero's population was 1,631 at the 2010 census.
Restaurants in South Hero

1. Snow Farm Vineyard and Winery

190 W Shore Rd, South Hero, VT 05486-4617 +1 802-372-9463
Excellent
57%
Good
31%
Satisfactory
11%
Poor
0%
Terrible
1%
Overall Ratings

4.5 based on 69 reviews

Snow Farm Vineyard and Winery

Reviewed By bluedog1400 - Crestview, Florida

It was great driving through the countryside the short drive to the winery. They are very friendly and helpful finding the wine for you. The wines are all a little different from some you might be used to ( in a positive sense). $7 for tasting and extra $2.50 for ice wine ( which I would skip).

2. Grand Isle State Park

36 E. Shore, Grand Isle, VT 05458 +1 802-372-4300
Excellent
61%
Good
30%
Satisfactory
8%
Poor
1%
Terrible
0%
Overall Ratings

4.5 based on 59 reviews

Grand Isle State Park

Reviewed By samls86 - Boston, Massachusetts

Grand Isle is tucked away on Lake Champlain VT and is a real hidden gem. Typical campground setting, fire pits and picnic tables, bathrooms and showers. You can choose between a cabin, lean-to, or straight up campsite with hookups or no hookups.

We like to rough it and this is a step up. All the amenities you need and a close drive to burlington to check out local breweries and sights. Hiking also available in the area. If you feel up to it and have your passports cross over into Canada!

3. Sunset Drive-In Theatre

Porters Point Road, Colchester, VT +1 802-862-1800
Excellent
68%
Good
28%
Satisfactory
2%
Poor
2%
Terrible
0%
Overall Ratings

4.5 based on 50 reviews

Sunset Drive-In Theatre

Reviewed By Andrew C - Minneapolis, Minnesota

I highly recommend a trip here, it's a great value for the money. I like that you can go over the another movie if you don't like the one you're watching. They've got a mini-golf course and playground for the kids when they get bored. A decent selection of junk food in the concession stand. Overall a fun blast into the past !!!

4. Burlington Bike Path

Lake Champlain, Burlington, VT +1 802-864-0123
Excellent
77%
Good
19%
Satisfactory
2%
Poor
1%
Terrible
1%
Overall Ratings

4.5 based on 873 reviews

Burlington Bike Path

Converted from the Central Vermont Railway to a bike path in the 1970s, this easy trail crosses through beaches and parks and offers great views of Lake Champlain, the Adirondacks and the city.

Reviewed By dfharris - New London, New Hampshire

My wife and I cruised this path from Burlington to the ferry. The Ferry was discontinued for the season. There was plenty of variety with views of the lake, riding through quiet neighborhoods and at the ferry landing there views of the distant mountains. There are a number of park benches along the path.

5. Point Au Roches State Park

19 Camp Red Cloud Rd, Plattsburgh, NY 12901-5407 +1 518-563-0369
Excellent
60%
Good
33%
Satisfactory
5%
Poor
1%
Terrible
1%
Overall Ratings

4.5 based on 108 reviews

Point Au Roches State Park

Reviewed By Raymond M - Milton, Vermont

Hiked here during a stay for our 32nd anniversary. Very nice park...there are three 'points' you can hike, and there is a mooring area in Deep Bay for boats coming in from Lake Champlain. It is all free unless you go to the other side of Short Point to swim...which we did not. We recommend going out Long Point all the way to Rocky Point. There are two benches there, and a wonderful view across the lake. You will walk about 3.2 miles (1.6 miles each way), but it is all pretty level and well maintained.

6. Allenholm Farm

South Street, South Hero, VT +1 802-372-5566
Excellent
73%
Good
21%
Satisfactory
3%
Poor
0%
Terrible
3%
Overall Ratings

4.5 based on 33 reviews

Allenholm Farm

Reviewed By K2service - Visalia

I have great memories of going here as a young child and teenager. Good thing I have those as it was a waste of a trip now all these years later. The place looked dirty and run down and the inside reflected the same. The only thing good about it was the Goat who wanted attention. No of us will be going back there.

7. Grand Isle Art Works

259 US Route 2, Grand Isle, VT 05458-2301 +1 802-378-4591
Excellent
85%
Good
15%
Satisfactory
0%
Poor
0%
Terrible
0%
Overall Ratings

5 based on 20 reviews

Grand Isle Art Works

Grand Isle Art Works is a Vermont artisan gallery in Grand Isle, Vermont. Located on Route 2 just north of the village in Grand Isle. The property is a quirky old farmhouse built in 1797, with lots of character and interesting spaces for displaying art and fine crafts. The five acre lot has great frontage on the highway, and lots of room for us to grow. Currently the gallery houses 65+ Vermont artisans offering a wide range of art work from pottery to fabric arts to upcycled items to fiber to more! The gallery is home to the Cafe at the Gallery - which offers delicious lunches year round! and fabulous TNT!!! Theme Night Thursday dinners!

Reviewed By Miley2007 - Essex, Vermont

This gallery is a treasure. It features work by many, many local artisans from artwork, sculpture, crafts, jewelry, and cards that accentuate local artistic talent. Definitely stop here if you are visiting in the area. You will probably find a very special gift or keepsake for yourselves.

8. Airport Park

Colchester Point Rd, Colchester, VT 05446
Excellent
83%
Good
7%
Satisfactory
3%
Poor
0%
Terrible
7%
Overall Ratings

4.5 based on 28 reviews

Airport Park

Reviewed By Patti A - Greenville, New York

This is our 2nd visit to walk the causeway. It is just so cool that you can bike it or walk it. People are courteous and friendly. Can get a little crowded but not serious. The views of the surrounding mountains are beautiful. Looking forward to go back and maybe biking it this time

9. Elfs Farm Winery & Cider House

7411 State Route 9, Located off Route 87 between Exit 39 & 40. 5 minutes north of downtown Plattsburgh and 3 minutes from the Vermont Ferry., Plattsburgh, NY 12901-7247 +1 518-563-2750
Excellent
77%
Good
21%
Satisfactory
1%
Poor
0%
Terrible
1%
Overall Ratings

4.5 based on 52 reviews

Elfs Farm Winery & Cider House

We are a family owned and operated wine and hard cider producer. Come taste our wines and hard ciders and enjoy food from our kitchen.. Elfs Farm is a must visit for wine and hard cider lovers visiting the Adirondack Coast. We are also home to ADK Hard Cider, a producer of premium, craft hard cider. Friday brings live music at Friday Night Wine Down & on Sunday's we have an Open Mic to accompany our Brunch menu & a Build Your Own Bloody Mary Bar.

Reviewed By Harry G - South Egremont, Massachusetts

We had never been to Elf's before and did not know what to expect but our bartender/hostess was great at explaining all the products they make and have, and showing us the tasting room. We tasted ciders and wine and enjoyed ourselves immensely. They also...MoreThanks for the great review! We're glad you enjoyed your time at Elfs. Hope you visit again soon.

10. Hacketts Orchard

86 South St, South Hero, VT 05486-4912 +1 802-372-4848
Excellent
96%
Good
4%
Satisfactory
0%
Poor
0%
Terrible
0%
Overall Ratings

5 based on 21 reviews

Hacketts Orchard

Reviewed By JEBSV3 - Doylestown Pa

We stopped in last week to make sure that the cider donuts we first tried two years ago were still good. They were, as was the home-made apple crisp (tart and sweet at the same time, with the taste of apples melting in your mouth). We bought a gallon of their maple syrup, as well as a bag of Cortlands and some garlic and tomatoes. The apple trees were loaded with apples, the yard full of big pumpkins, and there is a little playground for the little ones. The people that work at Hacketts are so friendly and helpful. What a great place to spend the afternoon - eat good food, pick some gorgeous apples, and support a local family business. I highly recommend at least one visit.

ThingsTodoPost © 2018 - 2024 All rights reserved.