Vermont's Northeast Kingdom

Aaaahhh! The Northeast Kingdom, named so for its outstanding beauty and outdoor recreation opportunities. For years I lived, worked and played in the Kingdom (1977-1991). A shot of Burke Mountain as seen from Darling Hill. I took my first ski runs there.



The NEK has five significant lakes. From Burke's mid-base lodge you can see the Lake Willoughby gap.



The Kingdom is now famous for the Kingdom Trails, over 100 miles of trails including downhills and terrain parks. We only spent two days riding and we cannot wait to return for more.



Lunch is served on the trail most weekends. Amazing!



The beautiful Darling Farm. It's impossible to describe the beauty of this ridge line. It is dotted with magnificent barns, classic New England homes and even a mansion. Plus the views!



This former carriage house was my home for one year while I was attending college. We called it Peyton Place on the Hill. Four girls, three guys, one single dad and two teen daughters.



Lake Willoughby! Six miles long, 300 feet deep. Very clear and very, very cold. One of my favorite places.



Old friends- Lynn, me and Emily -gazing out at Lake Memphremagog. At this spot, in Newport, VT we can see the Canadian border. We all enjoyed a bike ride along the lake that evening. The previous day we kayaked together on Lake Seymour.



Lynn and Emily performing at a coffee house earlier in the day.



Once you've experienced the Kingdom it will keep calling you back. So many fond memories of friends, family and adventures. Our visit was much too short.


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