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Westmore
Skip Westmore unless you have a specific reason (a retreat at Bald Mountain, or a quiet lake day). One hour is enough to see the town; the real draw is nearby Willoughby Lake.
Westmore is a tiny town in Vermont's Northeast Kingdom, population about 300. It has no major sights, no restaurants, and no shops. Most travellers pass through on VT-5A between St. Johnsbury and Newport. The only reason to stop is Bald Mountain Retreat (check if open) or the access to Willoughby Lake's south end.
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Local time, weather, currency, airports
- Weather
- see forecast
- Currency
- USD
- Best months
- Jun–Sep
- avoid Nov–Apr (many roads and facilities closed or limited)
- Airports
- BTV · MPV
- Nights
- 0
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Rules in force · 7Crossing between the US, Canada and Mexico by land needs …Cannabis is legal in Canada and in many US states, but ta…
- North America ↗Crossing between the US, Canada and Mexico by land needs your passport even on a day trip; rental cars need the company's written permission to cross, and most US and Canadian rental insurance stops at the Mexican border.
- North America ↗Cannabis is legal in Canada and in many US states, but taking any amount across the US, Canadian or Mexican border is a federal crime — including edibles and vapes.
- North America ↗The busiest US and Canadian national parks need timed-entry, campsite or lodge reservations in summer; release dates are months ahead.
- United States ↗Check whether you need an ESTA (Visa Waiver Program) or a visa on the official CBP and State Department sites; apply only through esta.cbp.dhs.gov, not third-party sites, and allow time before you book.
- United States ↗Several popular national parks use timed-entry or vehicle reservations in peak season; check each park's page on nps.gov and book on recreation.gov before fixing your dates.
- United States ↗Medical care is very expensive for visitors; buy travel insurance with high medical cover before you fly.
- United States ↗Tipping is expected: about 15–20% at sit-down restaurants and bars, and a tip for taxis, hotel staff and guides.
Entry rules depend on your passport. Full visa guide
What is in this basic guide9 covered · 4 not yet ▾
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- Walking areas with bag rules
- Day plans checked against opening hours
- Airport-to-bed timings and the last safe connection
- Field-checked times and prices
Emergency numbers for Westmore911 ▾
- Police, fire, ambulance911
Tap a number to call from your phone. These are the numbers listed in this guide; a row marked check has not been verified.
EssentialsQuick answers and what things cost
Essentials
Quick answers and what things cost
Quick answers
The questions people ask first about Westmore, one line each. Tap a card for the full answer.
- Cash or card?Currency is the US dollar (USD, $).United States-wide
- SIM or eSIMAT&T, Verizon and T-Mobile cover the country; prepaid SIMs at their stores and Walmart/Target (passport required), or an eSIM before you fly.United States-wide
- Tap waterTap water is drinkable nearly everywhere; boil or treat water from streams in parks.United States-wide
- TippingSit-down restaurant: 18–22% of the pre-tax bill.United States-wide
- Plugs & powerSockets A/B. US/Canada (A/B): fits · UK/Ireland (G): adapter · Australia/NZ (I): adapter. 120 V: UK and AU 230 V-only devices need a converter; most chargers are dual-voltage.United States-wide
- SafetyVery safe; typical rural Vermont risks: wildlife on roads, limited services, weather changes.
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- RestroomsFree public toilets are scarce in big cities; use cafés, department stores, libraries, stations.United States-wide
- Emergency numbers911 police, fire, ambulance
- Sundays & holidaysFederal holidays close offices, banks and post offices; national parks stay open.United States-wide
- Your embassyFind your embassy's 24-hour line before you fly.
- AirportBTV Burlington International (About 1 h 45 min drive).
- Getting aroundCar required.
DecideWhat it is known for, and when the weather works
Decide
What it is known for, and when the weather works
At a glance
What the city is known for, how you fly in, and where to find the phrases.
- Airports
- BTV Burlington International (About 1 h 45 min drive) · MPV Edward F. Knapp State (Barre/Montpelier) (About 1 h 15 min drive)
Best months at a glance
From the guide's best and avoid lists
Jan
Avoid
−2°C (28°F)28°F (−2°C)
Feb
Avoid
0°C (32°F)32°F (0°C)
Mar
Avoid
5°C (41°F)41°F (5°C)
Apr
Avoid
12°C (54°F)54°F (12°C)
May
not flagged
19°C (66°F)66°F (19°C)
Jun
Best
24°C (75°F)75°F (24°C)
Jul
Best
27°C (81°F)81°F (27°C)
Aug
Best
26°C (79°F)79°F (26°C)
Sep
Best
21°C (70°F)70°F (21°C)
Oct
not flagged
14°C (57°F)57°F (14°C)
Nov
Avoid
7°C (45°F)45°F (7°C)
Dec
Avoid
1°C (34°F)34°F (1°C)
Best: Jun–Sep. Avoid: Nov–Apr. Month by month →
Warmest Jul (27°C (81°F)81°F (27°C)), coolest Jan (−12°C (10°F)10°F (−12°C) low), wettest May (13 rain days), driest Feb (10). Averages, not a forecast.
Weather and climate
Westmore: next 7 days
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Forecast: Open-Meteo (CC BY 4.0), model data for this point.
Air quality
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Model estimate (CAMS via Open-Meteo), not a street-level station; readings near busy roads run higher.
Jan
−2°C (28°F)28°F (−2°C)
−12°C (10°F)10°F (−12°C)
12 rd
Feb
0°C (32°F)32°F (0°C)
−11°C (12°F)12°F (−11°C)
10 rd
Mar
5°C (41°F)41°F (5°C)
−6°C (21°F)21°F (−6°C)
11 rd
Apr
12°C (54°F)54°F (12°C)
0°C (32°F)32°F (0°C)
11 rd
May
19°C (66°F)66°F (19°C)
6°C (43°F)43°F (6°C)
13 rd
Jun
24°C (75°F)75°F (24°C)
11°C (52°F)52°F (11°C)
13 rd
Jul
27°C (81°F)81°F (27°C)
14°C (57°F)57°F (14°C)
12 rd
Aug
26°C (79°F)79°F (26°C)
13°C (55°F)55°F (13°C)
11 rd
Sep
21°C (70°F)70°F (21°C)
9°C (48°F)48°F (9°C)
10 rd
Oct
14°C (57°F)57°F (14°C)
3°C (37°F)37°F (3°C)
11 rd
Nov
7°C (45°F)45°F (7°C)
−3°C (27°F)27°F (−3°C)
12 rd
Dec
1°C (34°F)34°F (1°C)
−9°C (16°F)16°F (−9°C)
13 rd
High / low, both scales · rd = rain days
Arrive & moveAirports are listed under At a glance; this is how to move once you are in
Arrive & move
Airports are listed under At a glance; this is how to move once you are in
Getting around
Car required. VT-5A is the main road; no public transport within town.
Nearest full guides
Straight-line distance, not travel time
See & doDay-trips, door to door
See & do
Day-trips, door to door
Day-trips
St. Johnsbury
goDoor to door: About 20 min
VT-5A south, about 20 min
Fairbanks Museum, Maple Grove, restaurants.
Newport, Vermont
goDoor to door: About 15 min
VT-5A north, about 15 min
Lakefront, shops, dining.
Barton, Vermont
goDoor to door: About 10 min
VT-5A north then VT-16 west, about 10 min
Crystal Lake, small-town charm.
Eat & sleepWhich area to sleep in
Eat & sleep
Which area to sleep in
Where to sleep
Areas, not hotels: pick the one that fits your arrival time and plans.
Westmore town
Very limited options; check for cabins or vacation rentals.
Barton
About 10 min north; more motels and inns.
St. Johnsbury
About 20 min south; most services.
PracticalWhat a day costs, what to watch out for, and the pocket card
Practical
What a day costs, what to watch out for, and the pocket card
Cost per day
- Budget
- $50–80
- Mid
- $100–150
- High
- $200+
Watch out
Safety
- No gas stations, restaurants or shops in Westmore itself.
- Bald Mountain Retreat may be closed or by appointment only: call ahead.
- Cell service can be spotty in the hills.
Emergency numbers
- Police, fire, ambulance
- 911
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Emergency
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Embassy
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Fare anchors (2026 estimate)
- Burlington (BTV) to Westmore: about $50–70 taxi/rideshare, 1 h 45 min (check)
- St. Johnsbury to Westmore: about $30–40 taxi/rideshare, 20 min (check)
Say or show
- Hello — Hello
- Thank you — Thank you
- How much? — How much?
- Where is the bathroom? — Where is the bathroom?
English only; no language barrier.
Deep diveWhat this guide covers so far, and its sources
Deep dive
What this guide covers so far, and its sources
Not a trip line yet
This is a basic guide: no airport-to-bed contract, walking clusters or day plans are published for Westmore. Airport, fare and schedule details are unverified; check the operators before you fly.
What we know, and what is coming
On this page
- Best months: Jun–Sep · avoid Nov–Apr (many roads and facilities closed or limited) · month by month →
- 2 airports and 3 areas to sleep in
- Weather: a 7-day forecast and monthly averages
- Cost per day in 3 bands
- 3 day-trips, door to door
- 3 things to watch out for, with emergency numbers
Coming as the guide grows
- An airport-to-bed path that says whether a late landing still works
- Walking clusters with bag rules
- Day plans checked against opening hours
- Field-verified times and fares
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