Best parks near South Hero

11 parks · 11 ranked · updated 2026-06-22 · off-season

Explore the best parks near South Hero, Vermont — every spot ranked by our conditions-aware Snoflo score: live conditions first, then visitor reviews and logged trips. Click a pin on the map for the score and what's driving it.

Showing the top 11 of 11 parks · best 15 shown on the map
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Sand Bar State Park
#1 Sand Bar State Park
4.0 mi away
Sand Bar State Park is a popular destination located in Milton, Vermont, offering visitors a variety of attractions and activities. Nestled along the shores of Lake Champlain…
Why 60: protected / landmark status
60Solid
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Valcour Island State Park
#2 Valcour Island State Park
5.0 mi away
Valcour Island State Park is a remarkable destination located in the state of New York. Situated on Valcour Island, in Lake Champlain, this park offers a plethora of reasons to…
Why 60: protected / landmark status
60Solid
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Cumberland Bay State Park
#3 Cumberland Bay State Park
8.1 mi away
Cumberland Bay State Park is located in Plattsburgh, New York, and is a popular destination for outdoor enthusiasts. The park is situated on the shores of Lake Champlain and…
Why 60: protected / landmark status
60Solid
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Point au Roche State Park
#4 Point au Roche State Park
10.0 mi away
Point Au Roche State Park is located in Plattsburgh, New York. It is a popular destination for outdoor enthusiasts, with a variety of activities available throughout the year…
Why 60: protected / landmark status
60Solid
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Burton Island State Park
#5 Burton Island State Park
10.8 mi away
Burton Island State Park is located in the state of Vermont, USA. The park is situated on an island in Lake Champlain and is accessible only by boat. There are several reasons to…
Why 60: protected / landmark status
60Solid
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Kill Kare State Park
#6 Kill Kare State Park
11.3 mi away
Kill Kare State Park, located on St. Albans Point in Vermont’s Lake Champlain, is known for its scenic lake views, historic Rocky Point House museum, and easy access to Burton…
Why 60: protected / landmark status
60Solid
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Knight Island State Park
#7 Knight Island State Park
11.8 mi away
Knight Island State Park is a beautiful and secluded park located on one of the largest islands in Lake Champlain, Vermont. The park offers visitors a chance to enjoy the natural…
Why 60: protected / landmark status
60Solid
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Woods Island State Park
#8 Woods Island State Park
12.3 mi away
Woods Island State Park is a picturesque park located in the state of Vermont, offering visitors a tranquil and breathtaking natural experience. Nestled in the middle of Lake…
Why 60: protected / landmark status
60Solid
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Macomb Reservation State Park
#9 Macomb Reservation State Park
15.0 mi away
Macomb Reservation State Park is a beautiful recreation area located in the northern part of New York State. It covers over 7,500 acres of land and is known for its stunning…
Why 60: protected / landmark status
60Solid
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Alburg Dunes State Park
#10 Alburg Dunes State Park
15.4 mi away
Alburg Dunes State Park is a beautiful state park located in Alburg, New York, on the southern shore of Lake Champlain. The park is home to a stunning natural environment that…
Why 60: protected / landmark status
60Solid
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North Hero State Park
#11 North Hero State Park
18.4 mi away
North Hero State Park is a beautiful park located in the state of Vermont, USA. The park is situated on the picturesque Lake Champlain and is known for its stunning scenery…
Why 60: protected / landmark status
60Solid

Parks near South Hero

The South Hero area has 31 parks on Snoflo, ranked by live conditions, visitor reviews, and logged trips — so the best, closest options rise to the top.

How we rank the best parks near South Hero

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