Niquette Bay State Park, located in Colchester, Vermont, is a serene 584-acre day-use park nestled along the shores of Lake Champlain. It offers a tranquil escape with activities such as swimming, fishing, hiking, and wildlife watching. The park features a sandy beach and several hiking trails that provide stunning views of Malletts Bay and the surrounding landscape. Its unique terrain includes sheer cliffs and scenic ridges, making it a haven for nature enthusiasts. The park is about 20 minutes from downtown Burlington, offering a peaceful retreat from urban life.
The park's history dates back to the 1800s when much of the land was used for farming and pasturing. Today, it is predominantly forested, with a brook that has carved a ravine over time, contributing to the formation of the sandy beach. The park operates from May 3 to October 19, with day-use hours from 8 am to sunset.
Niquette Bay is pet-friendly, allowing pets on-leash throughout the park except for the sand beach, where they can swim at Calm Cove.
