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Niquette Bay trails

Colchester, Vermont · Niquette Bay State Park

Dogs on a leash all year

Woodland trails to Lake Champlain. Dogs may swim off-leash at Calm Cove, but not on the sand beach.

Source: Vermont State Parks, Niquette Bay. Checked October 28, 2026.

Follow the signs at the trailhead: parks can close areas to dogs for wildlife.

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Niquette Bay State Park: the rule in full

Pets are allowed on-leash throughout the park except the sand beach. Pets may swim off-leash at Calm Cove. Up to four pets per group; pick up after them.