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105 Briggs St, Burlington, VT 05401
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A climbing gym, Petra Cliffs Climbing Center and Mountaineering School offers free climbing with grades from 5.5 to 5.13, boulder problems from V0 to V10+ and a rope course. The school offers instruction on rock, ice and mountains.
0.5 Miles
The Northern Lights Lake Champlain Cruise offers daily, fully narrated and scenic cruises from Burlington Harbor through Shelburne Bay and around North Beach. Hop aboard a 115ft replica of a 19th century steamboat for standard and specialty cruises complete with full service buffet.
2.2 Miles
Spanning 100 acres, Red Rock Park is open all year round. The park includes a beach area where visitors can swim, as well as hiking trails, a picnic area with a gazebo, and scenic overlooks.
1.0 Miles
The Burlington Boathouse Dock is considered to be the centerpiece of Burlington's waterfront on Lake Champlain. It offers boaters a full service marina with power, showers, water, and pump-out facilities.
0.3 Miles
East Shore Vineyard is a local winery that produces a large variety of wines available in over 160 retailers nearby. Visitors to the vineyard commonly enjoy sampling the selection of reds and whites in the on-site tasting room.
0.1 Miles
The mission of the Burlington City Arts Center is to fuse a relationship between the arts and the surrounding community. The center includes a print and clay studio as well as an exhibit for local artwork.
0.4 Miles
Situated in a marina, Perkins Pier provides visitors with direct access to Lake Champion and a path for joggers. The pier is in close vicinity to the downtown where there are restaurants and shopping.
3.7 Miles
Along with space to run and fetch, Starr Farm Dog Park offers a variety of playground equipment created just for dogs. The park is further divided into sections for small and large dogs and provides seating for pet owners.
0.8 Miles
As a part of the University of Vermont, Robert Hull Fleming Museum features a mix of contemporary and traditional artwork. The museum displays artwork ranging from Egyptian artifacts to paintings from the Dutch Golden Age.
1.7 Miles
The Oakledge Park & Beach is a public beach and neighborhood park that supports activities including running, biking, sun tanning, and fishing. The area also sits next to the Champlain Bike Path.