Anchorage

Nichol's Point

3.5United StatesLake Champlain
Shelter
E, SW, S, SE
Seabed
mud
Anchoring
Allowed

Anchorage near The Gut, the narrow passage between North Hero and South Hero islands on Lake Champlain, Vermont.

Guide

Approach and anchoring

Mud bottom. Sheltered from the south-west, south, south-east and east, open to the remaining quarters. The Gut is the easiest passage through the Champlain Islands and is crossed by the U.S. Route 2 bridge.

Practical

Marina Mooney Bay lies 3.1 miles to the north-west and Treadwell Bay Marina 4 miles to the west for dock space and supplies.

Key facts

Type
Anchorage
Coordinates
44.74666, -73.32111 (44°44.80'N 73°19.27'W)
Country
United States
Shelter
Sheltered from east, south-west, south, south-east winds
Seabed
mud
Anchoring
Allowed
Boaters' rating
3.5/5
Updated
July 7, 2026

Getting there

Nichol's Point lies at 44°44.80'N 73°19.27'W, that is 44.74666, -73.32111 in decimal degrees.

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Frequently asked questions

Which winds is Nichol's Point sheltered from?

Nichol's Point is sheltered from east, south-west, south, south-east winds.

Can you anchor at Nichol's Point?

Yes, anchoring is allowed at Nichol's Point.

How do boaters rate Nichol's Point?

Nichol's Point is rated 3.5/5 by boaters on BoatMap.

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