Don’t expect to find picnickers, cookouts or frisbee games at the Pomerleau Neighborhood Park. In fact, it’s quite likely that you’ve driven by it a million times as you travel down Route 7 in South Burlington. Even though it’s in plain sight, this is one VT park you never noticed… But you will now!

Thousands of people drive along Shelburne Road in South Burlington every day.

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The shopping center has popular stores such as TJMaxx and Homegoods, but it also has a park that you may have never noticed.

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The park was proposed by Pomerleau Real Estate President Ernie Pomerleau to the Burlington City Arts.

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Step into this wonderfully quirky park and check it out.

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You’ll find intricately carved gargoyles lined along the circular bench.

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And other sphinx-like creatures loom from above.

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It’s a feast for the eyes!

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This area is a little oasis from the hustle and bustle of the busy area.

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The trees are covered in ivy and the natural landscaping changes through each season.

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In the center of the tree lined circle you’ll find the queen.

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Whether you’re here to see the park, passing through as you do some shopping or simply waiting for the bus, this wonderful place deserves a closer look.

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It couldn’t be easier to get to.

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Even if you don’t stop one thing is for sure… Now that you know it’s there you can’t help but look when you’re passing by.

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While you may not want to spend the entire day at this VT park you never noticed before, a trip to the nearby Red Rocks Park is the perfect place to spend a summer day.

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