Northwest Region Vermont - St. Albans Vermont - Northern Vermont, Northern Champlain Valley

Vermont's Northwest Region

About The Area: Bordering Lake Champlain on the west, and the Canadian Border to the north, this area is very diverse in its makeup. It also has a fascinating history, spanning everything from railroads to The Civil War. Yes, The Civil War! This is very much "Home Town America" with much of its heritage is French-Canadian due to its proximity to Canada.

St. Albans: Located approximately 25 miles from Burlington and 11 miles from the Canadian Border, St. Albans has been rated as one of the best small towns in America in Norman Crampton's "The One Hundred Best Small Towns in America"... A great place to live! St. Albans is both a city and a town, with separate governments.

The City of St. Albans? Shops, Galleries, Restaurants and a great variety of Lodging Establishments make St. Albans a great place to visit! And, their Annual Vermont Maple Festival is one of the most popular events in all of Vermont. Check out the Schedule of Events!

In years gone by, it was referred to as "Railroad City", employing approximately 1500, including, in related industries such as locomotive and railroad car manufacturers.

And in the years before that, 1864 to be precise, the Saint Albans Raid took place. On October 19, 1864, 25 Confederate Soldiers from Canada raided the Union Town of St. Albans, robbed 3 banks and shot up the town, and, stealing horses, fled back into Canada with a posse in pursuit. They later surrendered to Canadian authorities, and a portion of the stolen money was returned. Sound like the Old West? Nope, it all took place in St. Albans Vermont. Visit the Saint Albans Historical Museum for more about St. Albans' history.

The Town enjoys miles of lakefront on Lake Champlain. Burton Island State Park, accessible only by ferry or private boat, is a popular visitor destination during the warmer months. It's also a great place for camping. You can take the ferry to Burton Island from Kill Kare State Park on St. Albans Bay.

If you're a history buff, visiting this area and the Lake Champlain Islands are a must! A visit to nearby Burlington's Church Street Marketplace & Waterfront should also be on your itinerary.

The surrounding areas consists largely of beautiful farmland and picturebook New England Towns & Villages. Many choose Lodging in these more rural areas. Enjoy!

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