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BartonBarton, Vermont
Half a day or one night: Lake Barton, a brewery stop and a yarn shop. Not a base — use St. Johnsbury or Newport for lodging and meals.
Barton is a small town in Vermont's Northeast Kingdom, best known for Lake Barton and the nearby Hill Farmstead Brewery. Most visitors pass through on the way to or from the Canadian border, stopping for a swim, a beer or a skein of yarn. The town itself has limited services; plan your meals and bed in St. Johnsbury (20 min south) or Newport (15 min north).
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Local time, weather, currency, airports
- Weather
- see forecast
- Currency
- USD
- Best months
- Jun–Sep (lake weather), Oct (foliage)
- avoid Nov–Apr (many businesses close or reduce hours)
- Airports
- BTV · MHT
- Nights
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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
Official sites
Emergency numbers for Barton911 ▾
- 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 Barton, 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.
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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 Airport (About 1 h 45 min drive; rental car required).
- Getting aroundCar is essential.
Cost cheat-sheet
Typical prices for the everyday things, as ranges. Your currency is shown next to the local price.
- Coffee$2–4
- Sit-down mealDinner entrée at a pub$15–25
- Street or quick mealSandwich at a deli$8–12
- BeerBeer at Hill Farmsteadcheck$5–8 per glass
- Budget bedMotel room in Newport, a night, per roomUS$70
- Mid-range bedMotel room in St. Johnsbury, a night, per roomUS$120
- High-end bedMotel room in St. Johnsbury, a night, per roomUS$180
A day, not counting the bed: Budget US$50 · Mid US$100 · High US$200
Prices in local money; change the currency in the header to see yours next to them. Every price and the budget calculator →
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 Airport (About 1 h 45 min drive; rental car required) · MHT Manchester-Boston Regional Airport (About 3 h drive; cheaper flights but longer drive)
Best months at a glance
From the guide's best and avoid lists
Jan
Avoid
−3°C (27°F)27°F (−3°C)
Feb
Avoid
−1°C (30°F)30°F (−1°C)
Mar
Avoid
4°C (39°F)39°F (4°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
Best
14°C (57°F)57°F (14°C)
Nov
Avoid
6°C (43°F)43°F (6°C)
Dec
Avoid
0°C (32°F)32°F (0°C)
Best: Jun–Oct. Avoid: Nov–Apr. Month by month →
Warmest Jul (27°C (81°F)81°F (27°C)), coolest Jan (−14°C (7°F)7°F (−14°C) low), wettest May (13 rain days), driest Feb (10). Averages, not a forecast.
Weather and climate
Barton: 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
−3°C (27°F)27°F (−3°C)
−14°C (7°F)7°F (−14°C)
12 rd
Feb
−1°C (30°F)30°F (−1°C)
−13°C (9°F)9°F (−13°C)
10 rd
Mar
4°C (39°F)39°F (4°C)
−8°C (18°F)18°F (−8°C)
11 rd
Apr
12°C (54°F)54°F (12°C)
−1°C (30°F)30°F (−1°C)
12 rd
May
19°C (66°F)66°F (19°C)
5°C (41°F)41°F (5°C)
13 rd
Jun
24°C (75°F)75°F (24°C)
10°C (50°F)50°F (10°C)
13 rd
Jul
27°C (81°F)81°F (27°C)
13°C (55°F)55°F (13°C)
12 rd
Aug
26°C (79°F)79°F (26°C)
12°C (54°F)54°F (12°C)
11 rd
Sep
21°C (70°F)70°F (21°C)
8°C (46°F)46°F (8°C)
10 rd
Oct
14°C (57°F)57°F (14°C)
2°C (36°F)36°F (2°C)
11 rd
Nov
6°C (43°F)43°F (6°C)
−4°C (25°F)25°F (−4°C)
13 rd
Dec
0°C (32°F)32°F (0°C)
−11°C (12°F)12°F (−11°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 is essential. No public transport within town. Parking is free and easy.
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
Car, US-5 south, about 20 min
Fairbanks Museum and Maple Grove factory tour.
Newport
goDoor to door: About 15 min
Car, US-5 north, about 15 min
Lake Memphremagog and the Gateway Center.
Westmore
goDoor to door: About 20 min
Car, VT-16 east, about 20 min
Willoughby State Forest and Lake Willoughby.
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.
St. Johnsbury
20 min south; motels, inns and a few B&Bs.
Newport
15 min north; more motels and lakefront cabins.
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 excl. bed
- Mid
- $80–150 excl. bed
- High
- $150+ excl. bed
Trip budget
| Motel room in St. Johnsbury1 × 1 night × US$120 | US$120 |
| Food, local transport, entries2 × 1 day × US$100 | US$200 |
| Hill Farmstead Brewery tasting flight2 × US$10 · check | US$20 |
| Cherry Tree Hill Yarn skein2 × US$25 · check | US$50 |
| Buffer 10%Price creep, a taxi you did not plan, one splurge | US$39 |
| Trip total≈ US$215 per person per day, bed included | US$429 |
2026 estimate in USD; car rental and fuel excluded. Your choices stay in this browser.
Prices of common things
| Coffee | $2–4 |
| Sandwich at a deli | $8–12 |
| Dinner entrée at a pub | $15–25 |
| Beer at Hill Farmsteadcheck | $5–8 per glass |
| Gas (per gallon) | $3.50–4.50 |
2026 estimate; check locally.
Watch out
Safety
- Hill Farmstead Brewery is in Greensboro Bend, about 15 min drive south of Barton — check opening hours before you go.
- Lake Barton has no lifeguard; swim at your own risk.
- Many businesses close on Sundays and in the off-season (Nov–Apr).
Emergency numbers
- Police, fire, ambulance
- 911
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Embassy
The nearest US embassy is in Ottawa, Canada (about 3 h drive). For consular services, contact the US Department of State.
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Fare anchors (2026 estimate)
- Burlington Airport → Barton (car): About 1 h 45 min, rental car required
- St. Johnsbury → Barton (car): About 20 min
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- How much? — How much? (how much)
- Where is the lake? — Where is the lake? (where is the lake)
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 Barton. 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 (lake weather), Oct (foliage) · avoid Nov–Apr (many businesses close or reduce hours) · month by month →
- 2 airports and 2 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
- Place pages with verified opening hours for Hill Farmstead Brewery and Cherry Tree Hill Yarn.
- Lake Barton swimming conditions and parking capacity.
- Seasonal closure calendar for restaurants and shops.
Sources
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