Barton, Vermont

Brief History: Barton was chartered in 1789 after Colonel William Barton.  

 

General Area Info: Barton is gifted with many spectacular lakes and ponds. The shorelines of Crystal Lake and the surrounding mountains make Barton an attractive vacation destination. In the spring, summer, and fall take advantage of public beaches, picnic spots, and spectacular views at Crystal Lake State Park, Shadow Lake Beach, and the stunning Willoughby Gap. During the winter months outdoor enthusiasts will enjoy ice fishing, snowshoeing, skiing and snowmobiling.

 

Barton like most Northern Vermont towns has a number of active beef and dairy farms. Dan Maclure, Broker & Owner of Century 21 Farm & Forest Realty resides in Barton and also operates his grass fed beefalo farm here. A beefalo is a cross between an Angus and a buffalo. This generates a great tasting yet very lean, therefore healthy beef. The farm is called Farm & Forest Ranch and they sell both beef animals and breeding stock. Along with his beefalo he also has a herd of Angus.   

 

The Northeast Kingdom is the heart of Northern Vermont - far away from fast paced city living. It may be easy to get here - Interstate 91 (exit 25 and 26) is just minutes away - but once off the beaten path the N.E.K. enjoys a quieter, more peaceful way of life. Northern Vermont has a long-standing tradition of pride in aesthetic beauty.

Crystal Lake – Pageant Park & VT State Beach, Lake Willoughby, May Pond, Orleans County Fair (5 days in Aug.)

V.A.S.T. trail system, snowshoeing, cross-country skiing, water skiing, fishing, swimming and more.

1951 - Lee E. Emerson of Barton elected governor of Vermont and served at this post until 1955.

1987 - A softball sized meteorite fell in Barton. It was the first meteorite found in Vermont. After it thawed, it turned into a pile of sand, pulverized rock and iron fragments.

 

Barton Are Chamber of Commerce: www.centerofthekingdom.com

 

K-8: Barton Academy

High School: Lake Region Union High School