⛴️ Ferries ⛴️

Another day of rain means no hiking or biking! 😩

Yesterday was all about a sugar coma, and today's rainy weather called for checking out Lake Champlain via ferries! Our adventure kicked off with a surprise: a turtle crossing! Perfect for the day's soggy vibe.

We started on the Vermont side, naturally, driving to Gordon's Landing. We loaded up at the Grand Isle Ferry Dock and set sail for the Cumberland Head Ferry Dock in Cumberland Head, NY. It was windy, rainy, and the lake was so rough, we might as well have been at sea!

Once in New York, we cruised down Route 9 and stumbled upon Ausable Chasm. What a find! We had to stop for pics. If we had known about this gem (and if it wasn't pouring), we would've spent all day there. Adventure trails, cable bridges, cargo nets, and edge walks galore! Plus, lantern tours, rock climbing, rappelling, rafting, and tubing the Ausable River—talk about an adventure wonderland!

Next, we headed to Essex, NY, and caught the ferry back to Vermont. This ride was a bit less crowded, and we scored a prime outside spot with a fantastic lake view. The rain eased up a bit, but the waves kept us rocking and rolling! We docked at Charlotte, VT (established in 1762), a quaint cove filled with anchored sailboats and a charming sailing center.

This unexpected ferry/road trip turned out to be a blast, a rainy day gem we wouldn't have discovered otherwise. 🌧️🛳️

Next stop: Shelburne Farms for a tour of the dairy! 🧀Read more