
The Port Kent Ferry Terminal offers another good place to check out Lake Champlain and is most productive during the cold months. Note that this ferry is no longer in operation, but remains a great birding site.
Birding
There are a variety of ducks that may over winter or migrate through, and the ferry terminal provides easy parking and access to the water. And don’t skip over the train station at the top of the hill, which overlooks the lake, giving good views at the birds below. Look for Common Goldeneye, Common Merganser, Greater and Lesser Scaup, and Ring-necked Ducks, among others. Eastern Kingbirds are fun summer visitors.
How to get there
From the main intersection in Keeseville, head east on Main Street toward Kent Street and take a left. After 2 miles, merge onto Route 373. Follow this for just under two miles to the ferry terminal.


Packages and Promotions
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Valid Apr. 24 - Aug. 30
weekly on Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday and Thursday until August 31, 2025
Portside Restaurant: Lake Hour
Portside at Westport Marina (seasonal)
"Lake Hour" is better than Happy Hour! Enjoy drink discounts while sitting on Lake Champlain at Portside Restaurant.

