We love our home and we think you will too. That is why we focus on the core values of Geotourism as we create and provide unique vacation experiences. Geotourism is tourism that sustains or enhances the geographical character of a place to include its environment, culture, aesthetics, heritage, and the well being of its residents. In Vermont’s Northeast Kingdom we create vacation experiences that allow visitors to share that which we value most about our home in such a way as to preserve and protect the region for generations to come.
A favorite vacation destination for over a century, the Northeast Kingdom offers endless recreational opportunities throughout the seasons, notable dining and lodging facilities, quintessential New England villages resplendent with classic architecture, enduring farmland, and a rich diversity of art, entertainment, and event venues all year long. Here visitors can pursue a variety of traditional adventures, including mountain biking, alpine skiing, snowshoeing, hiking, paddling, cross-country skiing, ice fishing, wildlife viewing and more or they can engage in more unique offerings to include farm tours, primitive skill workshops, and farm to table culinary offerings. These types of vacation experiences showcase our cultural heritage, our working agricultural and wooded lands, and create lasting memories for travelers while ensuring the sustainability the region.
To follow are some of the Geotouristic offerings in Vermont's Northeast Kingdom as identified by the National Geographic Society for Sustainable Destinations. Please note that you can download a copy of the Northeast Kingdom Geotourism MapGuide directly on this website!
Barton
Orleans County Fair
278 Roaring Brook Rd,
Barton, VT 05822
802-525-3555
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An old-time agricultural county fair with entertainment and fun for the entire family - happens every year in August. Other events at the fairgrounds include 4H shows and July 4th celebrations.
Brownington
Old Stone House Museum
109 Old Stone House Rd.
Brownington, VT 05860
802-754-2022
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Located in the Brownington Historic District, the museum is open from May 15 through October 15.
Brownington
Perry Farm
509 Dutton Brook Lane
Brownington, VT 05860
802-754-2396
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Sleigh rides and stagecoach rides with beautiful views of Willoughby Gap, Burke and surrounding hills.
Brunswick
Silvio O. Conte National Fish & Wildlife Refuge
5360 Rte. 105
Brunswick, VT 05905
802-962-5240
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The Nulhegan Basin Division, part of the Silvio O. Conte National Fish and Wildlife Refuge, was established to protect the diversity and abundance of native species within the 7.2 million-acre Connecticut River watershed.
Canaan
The Connecticut River
Canaan, VT
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At 407 miles, the Connecticut is the longest river in New England.
Craftsbury Common
Craftsbury Outdoor Center
535 Lost Nation Rd
Craftsbury Common, VT 05827
802-586-7767
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A non-profit focusing on lifelong sport, sustainability and conservation, with accommodations for up to 90 guests at our lakeside campus.
Danville
Emergo Farm B&B
261 Webster Hill Rd.
Danville, VT 05828
802-684-2215
888-383-1185
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Just north of Danville Village, this strikingly handsome farm is a prize winning sixth generation working dairy farm.
Derby
Derby Farmers' Market
Derby, VT
Tuesdays and Saturdays from late May - early October from 9:30 am - 2:30 pm.
Derby Line
Haskell Free Library and Opera House
93 Caswell Ave
Derby Line, VT 05830
802-873-3022
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The Haskell Free Library works to meet the educational, informational, cultural and recreational needs of the community.
East Albany
Log Cabin Farm Alpacas
3112 Barton-Albany Rd
East Albany, VT 05845
802-673-6441
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Our Alpaca farm is located just below the crest of the green rolling hills of East Albany in Vermont's Northeast Kingdom. Call us to schedule a visit or just to talk 'paca.
East Burke
Burke Mountain Resort
223 Sherburne Lodge Road
East Burke, VT 05832
802-626-7300
888-BURKEVT
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Renowned for its breathtaking views and ski racing heritage, Burke Mountain is the best kept secret in the Northeast. Check out the Burke Bike Park and lift served Mtn Biking in Summer!
East Burke
Inn at Mountain View Farm
Darling Hill Road
East Burke, VT 05832
802-626-9924
800-572-4509
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Relax on our scenic 440 acre farm estate, laced with miles of hiking, biking, and cross-country ski and snowshoe trails.
East Burke
Kingdom Trails
478 Route 114
East Burke, VT 05832
802-626-0737
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An extensive network of scenic recreational trails constructed to accommodate all levels of ability.
East Burke
Sanderson's Wooden Bowls
2902 Vermont Route 114
East Burke, VT 05832
802-626-9622
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Visit us at our studio to watch us crafting these beautiful and enduring bowls by hand and see our Showroom.
Each bowl is individually turned and no two bowls are the same. All are turned from native Vermont Hardwoods from the Northeast Kingdom.
East Charleston
Northwoods Stewardship Center
154 Leadership Drive
East Charleston, VT 05833
802-723-6551
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The Northwoods Stewardship Center offers a wide variety of general interest community programs.
East Hardwick
Kingdom Creamery of Vermont
3411 Route 16
East Hardwick, VT 05836
802-472-6700
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For three generations the Michaud family has produced the highest quality of milk on our own family run farm in the Northeast Kingdom of Vermont, an area rich in dairy tradition!
Hardwick
Agape Hill Farm
618 Houston Hill Rd.
Hardwick, VT 05843
802-472-3711
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Enjoy a relaxing walk leading one of our friendly llamas on the trails or take a farm tour meeting the animals, helping with feeding chores, and even walking a llama in the obstacle course. Fiber Shop NOW OPEN!!
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Irasburg
Cedar Brook Alpacas
1040 West Glover Rd.
Irasburg, VT 05845
802-754-2021
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Cedar Brook Alpacas is located in the Northeast Kingdom of Vermont on 110 open and wooded acres overlooking majestic Jay Peak. We brought the first five alpacas to this beautiful corner of Vermont over 10 years ago... our award-winning herd has grown to over 60 alpacas!
Island Pond
The Willowbend Farm
44 Rt 105 Charleston Rd
Island Pond, VT 05846
802-723-6369
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Our family farm produces high quality fiber from our flock of Cormo sheep. Our flock are hard at work every day to ensure that we can offer some of the finest yarns and roving available up here in the Northeast Kingdom of Vermont.
Jay
Jay Peak Ski & Summer Resort
4850 Route 242
Jay, VT 05859
802-988-2611
800-451-4449
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With over 20 glades and over 100 acres of off-piste terrain, Jay Peak will challenge the most expert skiers and riders. Also home to the Jay Peak Championship Golf Course and the Pump House Indoor Water Park.
Lyndonville
Dairy Association/ Bag Balm Headquarters
91 Williams Street. P.O Box 145
Lyndonville, VT 05851
802-626-3610
800-232-3610
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The Dairy Association has manufactured original Bag Balm ointment since 1899.
Lyndonville
Trout River Brewing Company
58 Broad Street (Route 5)
Lyndonville, VT 05851
802-626-9396
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There is no doubt about it if you want the best artisan pizza and beer, visit Trout River Brewers.
Montgomery
Hazen's Notch Association
1423 Hazen's Notch Road
Montgomery, VT 05471
802-326-4799
HNA maintains miles of trails for hiking, cross country skiing and snowshoeing. They are also the Welcome Center for the area.
Newport
Lake Memphremagog
Newport, VT
A 30 mile long lake that crosses the border into Canada.
North Danville
Great Vermont Corn Maze
1404 Wheelock Road
North Danville, VT 05828
802-748-1399
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Selected one of the TOP 10 mazes in America! Miles of pathways with a different design each year and so much more.
South Wheelock
Chandler Pond Farm
528 Burroughs Rd.
South Wheelock, VT 05851
802-626-9460
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Chandler Pond Farm is committed to small scale production of a wide diversity of vegetable, dairy, and meat products.
St. Johnsbury
Catamount Arts Center
139 Eastern Ave.
St. Johnsbury, VT 05819
802-748-2600
888-757-5559
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Catamount Arts was founded in 1975 with a mission of enhancing the cultural climate of northern Vermont and New Hampshire.
St. Johnsbury
Fairbanks Museum and Planetarium
1302 Main Street
St. Johnsbury, VT 05819
802-748-2372
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The Fairbanks Museum and Planetarium is northern New England's premiere museum of natural history.
St. Johnsbury
St. Johnsbury Athenaeum Public Library and Art Gallery
1171 Main Street
St. Johnsbury, VT 05819
802-748-8291
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The St. Johnsbury Athenaeum, a National Historic Landmark, has served as a center of culture and learning for 130 years.
Various NEK Towns
Northeast Kingdom Farm to Yarn Tour Weekend
Various NEK Towns, VT
802-626-8511
800-884-8001
Visit NEK fiber producing farms and learn about where local fiber originates and how the animals are lovingly raised and cared for.
Victory
Victory Basin Wildlife Management Area
Victory, VT
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Here you can spot bear, moose, beavers, birds and more. Hunting and fishing are also allowed.
Waitsfield
Northern Forest Canoe Trail
Waitsfield, VT 05673
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Paddle your way through history on the Northern Forest Canoe Trail as it wanders through the Northeast Kingdom.
West Barnet
Harvey's Lake
West Barnet, VT 05821
Nearly a quarter mile of sandy beach with a marked swimming area, lifeguard, picnic tables & bathhouse.
Westfield
Couture's Maple Shop/B&B
560 VT RT 100
Westfield, VT 05874
802-744-2733
800-845-2733
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We specialize in mail order maple syrup shipped directly from our sugarhouse to you or your friends.
