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LaPlatte River Natural Area
Bay Rd, Shelburne, VT 05482
Nature preserve🪢 Leash required
⭐ 4.6
140 reviews
Meander through the LaPlatte River Natural Area in Shelburne, a Lake Champlain Land Trust marsh and woodland preserve at Shelburne Bay. Leashed dogs access shade, water, parking, and trash cans. Stay on marked paths.
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- Park
- LaPlatte River Natural Area
- Type
- Nature preserve
- Location
- Shelburne, Vermont
- Coordinates
- 44.3856, -73.2278
- Leash required
- Yes
- Best for
- Hot-weather visits
- Visitor rating
- 4.6 / 5 (140 reviews)
- Vibe Score™
- 5.9 / 10 — Decent
- Last verified
- May 2026 — Dog Parks Hub directory
Amenities
- Shade:Yes
- Water on-site:Yes
- Fenced:No
- Off-leash zone:No
- Small-dog area:No
- Benches:No
- Restrooms:No
- Parking:Yes
- Waste bags:No
- Indoor:No
Dog Parks Hub Vibe Score™
5.9/ 10
Decent
- · Water on-site
- · Real shade
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Dog policy
Lake Champlain Land Trust marsh + woodland preserve at Shelburne Bay. Leashed dogs welcome.
What this park has
- Shade
- Water fountains
- Parking
- Trash cans
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