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Best Vape Carts Near South Hero, VT: Explore Sunset Lake Cannabis Cartridges at Lake Effect

When it comes to finding the right vape cart, we know shoppers are looking for more than just potency. Flavor, strain type, convenience, and overall quality all matter, whether you’re...

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Best Weed Strains & Cannabis Products for Lake Day Adventures Near South Hero, VT

When summer hits the Champlain Islands, there’s really only one move: pack the cooler, map out your stops, and make the most of a full Lake Champlain day. Whether you’re...

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2025’s Harvest Drop #2 Has Landed at Lake Effect (Here’s What’s New!)

Lake Effect’s second 2025 harvest is now available in South Hero, VT. This cannabis selection brings a fresh and small-batch feel to our winter menu, perfect for those who want...

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Blueberry Muffin Strain Spotlight: Lake Effect’s Newest Indica Hybrid Strain

Some strains are just instant favorites from the moment you crack the jar. Blueberry Muffin is destined to be one of them. It has a freshly baked aroma and delivers...

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Locally Grown Cannabis in South Hero Vermont

Have you ever wondered if shopping for locally grown cannabis products really makes a difference or if it’s even worth seeking out when browsing your options? Well, the short answer...

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5 Best Vermont Flower Strains for Energy, Relaxation, and Creativity

There are a lot of factors that contribute to selecting the best cannabis flower strains. It’s not just about choosing between sativa, indica, and hybrid. You also want to take...

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Cultivar of the Month: All Gas OG – Flavor, Effects, Reviews, and Savings at Lake Effect VT

This August, Lake Effect Vermont is spotlighting All Gas OG as our featured cannabis strain! Whether you’re new to smoking pot or are a seasoned cannabis consumer, this iconic cultivar...

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Cultivar of the Month: Barnyard – Flavor, Effects, Reviews, and Savings at Lake Effect VT

For the month of July, Lake Effect Vermont is highlighting Baryard as our featured cannabis strain! Whether you’re new to weed or a veteran toker, this crowd-pleasing cultivar offers a...

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Cultivar of the Month: Bermuda Triangle – Flavor, Effects, Reviews, and Savings at Lake Effect VT

This June, Lake Effect Vermont is spotlighting Bermuda Triangle as our featured cannabis strain. Whether you’re a seasoned smoker or just canna-curious, this flavorful cultivar delivers an uplifting & balanced...

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Our House Strains (December 2025)

We’re so excited that you’ve found our cannabis dispensary in the Champlain Islands! We’re proud to serve up a wide variety of cannabis flower, THC vape carts, THC gummies, CBD...

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How to Roll a Joint 
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It’s the old school method that has held fast for decades in spite of the availability of bongs, pipes, vaporizers, and fancy modern setups—rolling a joint to smoke your weed....

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Open to the Public 7 Days a Week! // Farmer Owned // 334 US Route 2, South Hero, VT // 21+

Join us Friday for a Meet the Maker with Little Dipper and celebrate the bounty of their Champlain Islands farm!

Meet the Maker with Little Dipper
Friday, June 19th 3pm-6pm
Lake Effect Vermont, 334 US Route 2, South Hero, VT

#SouthHeroVT #NorthHeroVT #ChamplainIslands #VT #Vermont

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Join us Friday for a Meet the Maker with Little Dipper and celebrate the bounty of their Champlain Islands farm! Meet the Maker with Little Dipper Friday, June 19th 3pm-6pm Lake Effect Vermont, 334 US Route 2, South Hero, VT #SouthHeroVT #NorthHeroVT #ChamplainIslands #VT #Vermont
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Voting ends soon! We`d love your vote for Best C******s D*sp*ns*ry Outside Chittenden County!

Link to ballot below 🔗 👇

Voting ends Monday, June 15th at 5pm.

#SouthHeroVT #ChamplainIslands #BTV #VT #Vermont @sevendaysvt

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Voting ends soon! We'd love your vote for Best C******s D*sp*ns*ry Outside Chittenden County! Link to ballot below 🔗 👇 Voting ends Monday, June 15th at 5pm. #SouthHeroVT #ChamplainIslands #BTV #VT #Vermont @sevendaysvt
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We`re open in our new home! 🎉

Lake Effect Vermont is now right on US Route 2 in South Hero, just around the corner from our previous location. You can find us in the old pharmacy building across the street from the Stewart`s Mobil station and next to Pan`s Pizza.

Our new address: 334 US Route 2, South Hero, VT 05486

And we have new Summer Hours!
Monday-Friday: 10am–7pm
Saturday: 9am–7pm
Sunday: 9am–5pm

Hope you see you soon! 💚

#SouthHeroVT #ChamplainIslands #LakeChamplain #VT #Vermont

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We're open in our new home! 🎉 Lake Effect Vermont is now right on US Route 2 in South Hero, just around the corner from our previous location. You can find us in the old pharmacy building across the street from the Stewart's Mobil station and next to Pan's Pizza. Our new address: 334 US Route 2, South Hero, VT 05486 And we have new Summer Hours! Monday-Friday: 10am–7pm Saturday: 9am–7pm Sunday: 9am–5pm Hope you see you soon! 💚 #SouthHeroVT #ChamplainIslands #LakeChamplain #VT #Vermont
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Come visit us at our new home: 334 US Route 2, South Hero, VT!

We`re now just around the corner from our previously location. Lake Effect Vermont is now located in the McGregor Building on Route 2, across the street from the Mobil station and next to @panspizzavt.

Doors open at 11am today - we hope to see you soon!

Starting today, we have new Summer Hours:
Monday-Friday: 10am–7pm
Saturday: 9am–7pm
Sunday: 9am–5pm

#SouthHeroVT #NorthHeroVT #ColchesterVT #MiltonVT #VT

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Come visit us at our new home: 334 US Route 2, South Hero, VT! We're now just around the corner from our previously location. Lake Effect Vermont is now located in the McGregor Building on Route 2, across the street from the Mobil station and next to @panspizzavt. Doors open at 11am today - we hope to see you soon! Starting today, we have new Summer Hours: Monday-Friday: 10am–7pm Saturday: 9am–7pm Sunday: 9am–5pm #SouthHeroVT #NorthHeroVT #ColchesterVT #MiltonVT #VT
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One more day until we`re open in our new home! 🥳

Join us Wednesday, June 10th at 11am, for our Grand Re-Opening Celebration at 334 US Route 2, South Hero, VT! We`re moving into the McGregor Building (the old pharmacy), right next to Pan`s Pizza and across the street from the Stewart`s Shops Mobil gas station.

And we`ll have new summer hours beginning 6/11:
Mon–Fri 10am–7pm
Sat 9am–7pm
Sun 9am–5pm

#SouthHeroVT #NorthHeroVT #ColchesterVT #MiltonVT #PlattsburghNY

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One more day until we're open in our new home! 🥳 Join us Wednesday, June 10th at 11am, for our Grand Re-Opening Celebration at 334 US Route 2, South Hero, VT! We're moving into the McGregor Building (the old pharmacy), right next to Pan's Pizza and across the street from the Stewart's Shops Mobil gas station. And we'll have new summer hours beginning 6/11: Mon–Fri 10am–7pm Sat 9am–7pm Sun 9am–5pm #SouthHeroVT #NorthHeroVT #ColchesterVT #MiltonVT #PlattsburghNY
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Want to join our team?

Check out our open positions via the link in our bio!

(No DMs please.)

#SouthHeroVT #NorthHeroVT #VT #Vermont #VTjobs

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Want to join our team? Check out our open positions via the link in our bio! (No DMs please.) #SouthHeroVT #NorthHeroVT #VT #Vermont #VTjobs
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We’re excited to share that we’ll be moving down the street right here in South Hero!

The Grand Opening of of new home at 334 US Route 2 South Hero (the McGregor Building) will be on June 10th at 11am! Everything is coming together beautifully as we expand our space while keeping the same welcoming, laid-back Lake Effect vibe you know and love.

Closed at 6 South Street: Monday (6/8) and Tuesday (6/9)

Grand Opening at 334 US Route 2: 11am on Wednesday (6/10)

New Summer Hours starting 6/11:
Mon–Fri 10am–7pm
Sat 9am–7pm
Sun 9am–5pm

#SouthHeroVT #NorthHeroVT #MiltonVT #ColchesterVT #VT

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We’re excited to share that we’ll be moving down the street right here in South Hero! The Grand Opening of of new home at 334 US Route 2 South Hero (the McGregor Building) will be on June 10th at 11am! Everything is coming together beautifully as we expand our space while keeping the same welcoming, laid-back Lake Effect vibe you know and love. Closed at 6 South Street: Monday (6/8) and Tuesday (6/9) Grand Opening at 334 US Route 2: 11am on Wednesday (6/10) New Summer Hours starting 6/11: Mon–Fri 10am–7pm Sat 9am–7pm Sun 9am–5pm #SouthHeroVT #NorthHeroVT #MiltonVT #ColchesterVT #VT
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Seven Daysies voting is now open! We`d love your vote for Best C******s D*sp*ns*ry Outside Chittenden County!

Link to ballot below 🔗 👇

Voting goes through June 15th at 5pm.

#SouthHeroVT #ChamplainIslands #BTV #VT #Vermont @sevendaysvt

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Seven Daysies voting is now open! We'd love your vote for Best C******s D*sp*ns*ry Outside Chittenden County! Link to ballot below 🔗 👇 Voting goes through June 15th at 5pm. #SouthHeroVT #ChamplainIslands #BTV #VT #Vermont @sevendaysvt
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