Northeast Kingdom, Vermont travel guide: things to do, food & where to stay

Overview

The Northeast Kingdom is the northeastern portion of Vermont, just south of Quebec, in Canada. It is heavily forested and sparsely populated, just like Vermont was in 1950. Here is the best chance for hearing an authentic Vermont accent.

1 sights · 1 things to do · 7 places to eat

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Best things about Northeast Kingdom

Fall Foliage

The Northeast Kingdom has some of the most spectacular foliage in Vermont.

Pump House Indoor Waterpark

Plan your trip

Best time to visit & weather

Most comfortable: May–Sep. Summer highs reach about 78°F; winter lows dip to about 7°F. Cold months (Jan, Feb, Mar, Dec) can bring snow and ice; check road conditions. Wettest: Jul and Jun. (climate data from nearby Montpelier)

Blue bars: average daily high and low (°F). Purple columns: average monthly rain and melted snow (inches).

Getting there

From you: to see whether to drive or fly, and how long it takes.
BTV Patrick Leahy Burlington International Airport, Burlington — 56 mi away. Directions
PBG Plattsburgh International Airport, Plattsburgh — 70 mi away. Directions
PWM Portland International Jetport, Portland — 110 mi away (major hub). Directions

Interstate 91 runs north to south through the Kingdom, connecting with other major roadways throughout New England and Quebec in Canada. Distances to major cities: Burlington, Vermont (2 hours); Montreal (2 hours); Manchester, New Hampshire (2.5 hours); Boston (3 hours); Albany (4 hours); Portland (4 hours); and New York City (6 hours).

Full “Get in” guide ↓

Sample 3-day trip

Day 1: St. Johnsbury — Catamount Arts Center, Fairbanks Museum & Planetarium, St. Johnsbury Athenaeum & Art Gallery.
Day 2: Newport — St. Mary Star of the Sea, Lake Memphremagog, Newport Cycle Path.
Day 3: Barton — explore the town.

Built from the best-covered destinations in this region; open each for its own day plan.

Food for you

Cuisine (tap to filter)

What to ask about, for your diet

Diet labels come from each listing's description and cuisine; “likely” means the cuisine usually has good choices, not a promise. Check with the restaurant. Open the food finder

Places in Northeast Kingdom

St. Johnsbury

City / town · 12 listings

Newport

City / town · 6 listings

Barton

City / town · 2 listings

Westmore

City / town · 1 listings

Map

Every listing with a location. Tap a pin for its Google Maps link.

Cities

Barton
Newport
St. Johnsbury
Westmore

Other destinations

NEK Border with Canada - including Derby Line
Peacham Village

Get in

Major airports that serve the region include Burlington; Montreal; Manchester; Boston and Albany. The Kingdom has three state airports: Caledonia County State Airport in Lyndonville; Newport State Airport in Newport/Coventry and John H. Boylan State Airport in Island Pond. All welcome light private and business aircraft.

Get around

A car is a must for getting around the Northeast Kingdom, but many of the town centers are compact enough to be explored on foot.

Rural Community Transportation is a regional transit agency.

See

See Fall Foliage

The Northeast Kingdom has some of the most spectacular foliage in Vermont.

🕒 September to early October

Maps

Do

Hiking: With so many trails and mountains, hiking is a must when visiting the Northeast Kingdom.

Skiing

Jay Peak Resort: Jay Peak is the northernmost ski area in Vermont and is popular with Canadians and locals. It has undergone a huge expansion adding two hotels, a golf course, spa, hockey rink, and indoor water park.
Burke Mountain: Owned by the same company as Jay Peak the Burke Mountain ski area is minutes away from the Kingdom's major towns and offers skiing for any level of skier or rider. It has been announced that the mountain is also going to go through a major expansion involving three hotels and many more recreational facilities. On the upper level of the base lodge, the Tamarack Grill operates serving food and drink to the public. The mountain also offers a disount pass for a combined season pass with Jay Peak.
- in Jay

Do Pump House Indoor Waterpark

Maps Website

Craftsbury Outdoor Center: Nordic skiing on more than 50 km of professionally groomed trails with lessons, rentals, lodging, and meals available on-site. Located in Craftsbury, Vermont.