Northern Vermont

When camping in northern Vermont, visitors will find what they seek, in a region filled with interesting contrasts. Whether a quiet stay in a small campground, or a very large campground with many activities, Northern Vermont has them all.

On the eastern side of the Green Mountain’s ridge is the Northeast Kingdom, consisting of three rural counties that boast many lakes, ponds, rivers and streams.

There is a lot of fishing to be done in this area, in lakes large and small, as well as kayaking, canoeing and boating. Skirting the lakes are beaches and parks that invite picnicking and lazy summer afternoons. If biking is the activity of choice, there are areamaps specific to biking with a variety of length and skill level to choose from. Some of the best mountain biking trails in the Northeast are located in the Northeast Kingdom. Golfers enjoy a wide selection of courses (with reasonable rates) to try during a visit.

Traveling to the western side of the mountain range reveals more lakes and beautiful scenery with mountain views from every vista. Lake Champlain is the largest body of water in Vermont, and is the sixth largest in the United States. There are plenty of smaller lakes for more fishing, boating, and just plain relaxing.

Burlington, the largest city in Vermont, is found on the western side of the Green Mountains and is home to the widest array of shopping areas in the state, from downtown marketplace to malls. There are some well known stores around the state to explore while travelling around during a visit.

The Northern region has many colleges, large and small, that Vermont prides itself on. There are also many covered bridges harkening bygone days. The province of Quebec is close by, so a day trip to Montreal and back is easily done, returning in time for the nightly campfire. Visitors will find every kind of campground to visit, to satisfy the need for a relaxing vacation or an invigorating adventure, in northern Vermont.