New Moon Ranch (NMR) is a very special place! I came to NMR over a year ago upon the recommendation…read moreof a friend who had been riding and taking instruction from Lotta. It was a life long dream of mine to learn how to horseback ride but for many years it was something that I never thought that I could do. After a conversation with Lotta followed by my first lesson, I began a path on the most rewarding endeavor. Lotta helped me to address any reservations and fears that I had right from the beginning. I appreciate Lotta's instruction because she helps me as the rider understand the horse's perspective and how to build a foundation of trust. Lotta has a gift for teaching. She is emphatic, has a great sense of humor, and also knows when a rider needs to be challenged to break through to the next level. As a beginning adult rider, NMR has offered me a place to examine and grow my self-confidence, communication, and leadership skills through the horse and rider relationship. More than a year later, I am still so excited about this new found passion of horseback riding and always enjoy my time there! I must also mention that NMR is located in the most beautiful setting that offers beautiful trails and a ring situated in a scenic valley alongside the Huntington River. Lotta and the rest of the NMR crew (Hollister and Clara) are always welcoming, kind, and together offer a wealth of knowledge. If you are looking for a down-to-earth and beautiful place to ride, definitely check out New Moon Ranch.

It's a great family ranch. Hollister worked with my newly adopted horse on picking up his feet, not…read morekicking, and will continue to work with him until he is sound/rideable as he bucks/bolts currently.

Very nice staff and had an amazing trail ride back in July! The horses were so sweet and just loved…read moreto vibe out

Apparently there's now "no walking allowed" on trails in the winter time, as we were told rudely by…read morea guy in a hoodie who seriously lacked any sort of service skills.

We did not know what to expect, and it all worked out. I think there may be two ways to get here. …read more . one is off the main-ish road, and another is through a scenic road by a horse farm. Anyway, the horse farm way was beautiful, but not open in the winter. . . so we backtracked and went around. There don't appear to be bathrooms here, so keep that in mind! We went with the intent to rent fat bikes, but the woman working here recommended that we do snowshoeing instead because the bikes were going to be hard to maneuver given that the snow wasn't super-packed. So, we had a really nice time snowshoeing (our first time) through very groomed trails. There were signs along the way, and the woman working showed us the map, so we had a picture of that. It was really really pretty - very scenic. Lots of trees, gorgeous sunlight filtering through the trees, very few people that we came across, and lots of interesting animal tracks to look at. Very fun.

Nice and relatively easy hike with a beautiful views of the pond for about half the trail…read more This is a 3 mile loop trail with about 3-4 steep ish parts that might get your heart rate up a bit but for the most part the path is flat and good for easy walking. Dogs are allowed but must be on leash. Lots of people fishing! In the beginning there were a lot of people walking but as we were getting close to the end of the hike we didn't see anyone. Check this spot out! Its fun, easy and a good way to spend some time outside this summer!

My husband and I enjoyed every minute of our two-hour sailing excursion with Let's Go Sailing. From…read morethe moment we stepped aboard, Gideon made us feel welcome. He is an exceptionally skilled sailor and a genuinely enjoyable person to spend time with. His friend Dave joined us on the sail, and we loved his warm personality and fascinating knowledge of the history of Lake Champlain. The boat was spotless, comfortable, and well maintained. Gideon offered to teach us the basics of sailing, which we happily accepted. It was both fun and engaging to learn from someone who clearly loves what he does and enjoys sharing that passion with others. By the end of the trip, we felt like we had experienced far more than just a beautiful sail--we had learned something new, met wonderful people, and created a memorable part of our vacation. The experience was an outstanding value for the price. Although we didn't have children or dogs with us, it's worth noting that both are welcome aboard, making this a great option for families as well. Booking was simple through Gideon's excellent website, and his directions made finding the marina and his slip easy and stress-free. I can't recommend Let's Go Sailing highly enough. If you're looking for a relaxing, memorable, and authentic way to experience Lake Champlain, this is it. A true five-star experience from start to finish.

My husband and I sailed with Gideon on a Saturday at 11 am. We lucked out as the weather couldn't…read morebe more perfect, sunny, clear, with a slight breeze on the water. We were celebrating pur 16th wedding anniversary and he truly made it special. The Beloved Mare is a great sailboat with plenty of seating in the usual area but also outfitted with benches made of pvc/wood up front to sit on as well. They fold down when not in use so these make the ride comfortable and enjoyable. Gideon furnished us with beverages and sunscreen to make us comfortable. There are facilities on board though we didn't partake. The fun part was learning about the geology and history of the area "Gideon-version." He was a hoot and made us all laugh so much. We really enjoyed our sail and highly recommend Gideon.

Very helpful and equipment was in nice shape. Had a great…read moretime and would rent from him again

Great location. They are located on the bike trail right next to the beach on the grass. This is a…read moremobile location so look for the trailers stocked with kayaks and paddleboards. Great price. 1 1/2 is quite a bit. Kids were done after an hour and a half. The beach slowly gets deeper so you can go out quite a ways before you are over your head so it is great for beginners. If you are experienced you can just paddle around the corner and it gets deeper. Also there is a boat mooring spot out by the buoys and you can paddle out there. Quick and easy transaction. They even gave a brief intro for the kids about turning, balancing, and safety. Definetly coming back when I go to Burlington again!

Such a hidden gem of a beach, never usually that busy. And very calm waves as it's in a cove. Good…read morefor a chill sunset spot. Parking is very limited and in a neighborhood so be respectful of the residents.

Beautiful beach. Shallow enough for the entire family w/ lifeguards on the weekends. Has grill,…read morebathrooms, chairs and umbrellas for use. Worth joining the association.

We were camping nearby and looking for a place to swim in the lake. This place looked like…read moresomething out of the 1950s and reminded me of the old lakeside resorts of the day. There was a nice grassy lawn, right on the water. The only way into and out of the water was a large floating dock. The limited shoreline area was pretty rocky. My grandson is now t a strong enough (or brave enough) swimmer to jump into strange water that was over his head. Wing a woman of a certain age, I have a very bad knee that prohibited me from jumping in, since I feared not being able to climb out. The only way was a 90 degree metal ladder attached to the side of the dock, which had very slippery steps due to the green stuff growing on them. So, we were disappointed not to get our swim. But the lawns was beautiful, as was the scenery. It looked like a fun place for decent swimmers in good physical condition!

No beach. Compost potty pots. Stinks so bad. Not a good beach. No dogs allowed. Fish hooks galore…read moreon the dock.