Valcour Island

Valcour Island Facts
A slightly foggy morning in a northern cove of Valcour Island.
Location:	Lake Champlain
Town east:	Peru (1 miles)
Town west:	Burlington (15 miles)
Town north:	Plattsburgh (6 miles)

Valcour Island is an island on the NY side of the lake, it is a primitive island that is a very popular anchorage. Its coves on every side of the island can protect boats regardless of the wind or wave direction. Onshore there is a lighthouse and hiking trails, and many beaches line the coves. Come early, good spots go fast!

The island is also popular in part due to its proximity to the two largest cities on the lake, it is located on the opposite shore of Burlington, about 10-15 miles away and is only about 7-10 miles south of Plattsburgh. Just west of Valcore on mainland NY is Peru which has a free state boat launch as well as marinas offering fuel and pump-outs.

Valcour Island Photos

A storm over Plattsburgh seen from the eastern shore of the Island.

A crane on a point at the island, with Vermont and the Green Mountains in the Background.

Plattsburgh, the small white blip to the left of another island, off in the distance from northern Valcour Island.