36 Hours on Grand Isle
Introducing our curated guide to the perfect 36 hours on Grand Isle and the Champlain Islands! We're filling up on these bites, sips, and adventures when we find ourselves in this slice of paradise.
photo by Isora Lithgow from our Ellison Estate Vineyard Dinner in 2022
Saturday, July 22
Support the local producers by cruising the Farmer’s Market on Grand Isle! Be sure to hit up a couple of our favorites, Grand Isle Pasta and Pomykala Farm.
Stock up for a picnic lunch: grab a Sammie from Hero’s Welcome or Provisions from Arbor Farm Market.
Take your picnic lunch to White’s Beach for an afternoon swim (keep an eye out for dinosaurs!).
Stop at Pier Bar at North Hero House for Lobster rolls (with tomato mayo!), an ice-cold beer, local tunes, and sunset views.
photo courtesy of Kramer & Kin
Sunday, July 23
May your way North to fuel up with brunch and brews at Kramer + Kin in Alburgh
Hope over to Fisk Quarry Preserve on Isle La Motte to explore some of the oldest reefs in the world and search for fossils.
Go treasure hunting at Vallees Den of Antiquity on Grand Isle—you know us, we love a good antiquing excursion!
Round out the weekend with a Bacchanalian multi-course feast with Adventure Dinner at Ellison Estate Vineyards on Grand Isle!
photo by Isora Lithgow from our Ellison Estate Vineyard Dinner in 2022