- a unique blend of striking scenic beauty, endless outdoor recreational opportunities and celebrated heritage.
Whether you're a serious cyclist or simply looking for fresh air and fun, the Lake Champlain Region boasts some of the best biking in North America. Scenic country roads wind through the fertile farmlands to the foothills of the mountains. The peaceful roads will take you through quaint towns and villages—many with breathtaking views of Lake Champlain and the Adirondack and Green Mountains.
For day trips and extended rides, explore the Lake Champlain Bikeways—a series of interconnected and international bike routes stretching across the region. The nascent public and private initiative already includes a 350-mile mapped route around Lake Champlain and along the Richelieu River to Chambly, Québec, as well as a network of shorter loops which explore the natural, cultural and historic significance of the Champlain Valley.
You can go for a casual ride around town or make your trip into an overnight adventure and stay at a cozy Lake Champlain bed & breakfast or inn. Have dinner against the beautiful mountain backdrop, visit the area's notable historic sites and museums or stop at a farm stand and enjoy the fruits of local harvests.
Click on the image above to review a map of a mini-network of biking loops.
Many of the roads offer sweeping views of the lake and surrounding countryside.