Chittenden County Map, Vermont
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Chittenden County, Vermont
Chittenden County is the most populous county in Vermont. It hugs the eastern shore of Lake Champlain in the northwestern part of the state. Burlington is Vermont’s biggest city and calls this county home. It’s a hub of culture, education, and commerce.
The University of Vermont’s campus sprawls across a hill overlooking the lake. Church Street Marketplace bustles with shoppers and street performers. You can ferry across the lake to New York State.
The food scene in Chittenden County showcases local ingredients. Shelburne Museum houses an eclectic collection of Americana. Hiking and biking trails abound. In winter, nearby ski resorts beckon. It’s where urban meets rural in true Vermont style.
| Category | Details |
|---|---|
| County Name | Chittenden County |
| County Seat | Burlington |
| Population | Approximately 170,000 |
| Cities, Towns, and Communities | Burlington, South Burlington, Colchester, Essex, Winooski, Williston, Shelburne |
| Interstates and Highways | I-89, I-189, US-2, US-7 |
| FIPS Code | 50-007 |
| Total Area (Land and Water) | 619 sq mi (Land: 539 sq mi; Water: 80 sq mi) |
| Adjacent Counties (and Direction) | Addison County (South), Clinton County, New York (Northwest), Essex County, New York (West), Franklin County (North), Grand Isle County (Northwest), Lamoille County (Northeast), Washington County (Southeast) |
| Time Zone | Eastern Time Zone (ET) |
| State | Vermont |
| Coordinates | 44.4759° N, 73.2121° W |
| Etymology | Named after Thomas Chittenden, the first Governor of Vermont |
| Major Landmarks | University of Vermont, Lake Champlain, Church Street Marketplace |
| Website | Chittenden County Website |
PHYSICAL MAP
Chittenden County Topographic Map
Chittenden County has a mix of mountain ridges and lowland valleys. The Green Mountains rise along the eastern side, but the land flattens out toward Lake Champlain in the west. See it all in our map below.
TRANSPORTATION MAP
Chittenden County Road Map
Chittenden County has a dense and active highway network. Interstate 89 slices through the area and connects key communities. Use our zoom tool to explore every twist and turn across the map.
SATELLITE IMAGERY
Chittenden County Satellite Map
The lake steals the spotlight in our satellite map. Lake Champlain forms a wide, dark western edge. Burlington appears as a dense patch beside it, while forested areas dominate the east. Farmland breaks up the landscape near the center.
OUTLINE MAP
Chittenden County Blank Map
Chittenden County’s shape is irregular, but it has a long western boundary thanks to Lake Champlain. It’s situated in the west, bordering the state of New York.
Neighboring Counties
Here are the 7 neighboring counties of Chittenden County:
Vermont County Map
Vermont’s 14 counties keep it simple. Some roll out green hills and covered bridges, others climb into cold, quiet mountains. There’s maple in the air in the Green Mountain State.