Walking trails include a minimally maintained park nature trail, as well as three abandoned campground loops with packed gravel roadways now closed to vehicles. The far end of the park road also provides access to a concrete boat ramp, beach, and picnic area.
Fees are charged through a self-pay system at the park entrance.
Land for this 399-acre park was purchased in 1963. Nearly one-third of the land area lies below 100 feet in elevation. Lake Champlain fluctuates from about 95 to 101 feet above sea level, subjecting much of the park to seasonal inundation. The forest type in the floodplain area is uncommon in Vermont, found only around Lake Champlain. North Hero lakeside floodplain forest is noted for its size, relatively undisturbed condition, and the valuable wildlife habitat it provides.
Habitat improvement at North Hero has paid off. White-tailed deer are common. A variety of migratory waterfowl - mallards, blacks, wood ducks and more - nest in the wooded wetlands. Ruffed grouse and American woodcock find favorable conditions. Even fish - chain pickerel and northern pike - spawn and feed in the flooded areas. Map turtles, as well as other turtle species, nest along the beach. A section of the beach is roped off during nesting season so as to not disturb the turtles.
Camping Information: Camping is no longer available at North Hero.
North Hero State ParkOpen for day use: 10:00 AM - 9:00 PM or official sunset
Season: Memorial Day Weekend - Labor Day Weekend
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Take US Route 2 to North Hero. From the village, go north on US Route 2 3.5 miles and then turn right on Lakeview Drive. Follow Lakeview Drive 3.5 miles until you get to the park entrance.
In the winter, park along the access road. Please do not block gate.
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There is no signage until you’re on top of it. Camp loop #3 (decommissioned campground) has the entrance to trails marked loop 1 and loop 2. Take loop 1 on the right which will bring you back on loop 2. Might be hard to find the other way around.