Orleans County Map, Vermont

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Orleans County, Vermont

Orleans County is up in Vermont’s Northeast Kingdom. It’s rural and proud of it. Lakes and forests dominate the landscape. Outdoor recreation is popular here including fishing, hunting, and hiking.
The county stretches from the Canadian border south to the edge of the Northeast Kingdom. Jay Peak Resort brings in skiers and snowboarders all winter.
Maple syrup production is serious business. Newport, the largest town, sits on Lake Memphremagog. Summers are short but sweet. The people are friendly, with a stubborn streak of independence.
Category | Details |
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County Name | Orleans County |
County Seat | Newport |
Population | Approximately 27,000 |
Cities, Towns, and Communities | Newport, Derby, Barton, Orleans, Craftsbury, Coventry |
Interstates and Highways | I-91, US-5, VT-14, VT-105 |
FIPS Code | 50-019 |
Total Area (Land and Water) | 721 sq mi (Land: 694 sq mi; Water: 27 sq mi) |
Adjacent Counties (and Direction) | Essex County (East), Caledonia County (South), Lamoille County (Southwest), Franklin County (West) |
Time Zone | Eastern Time Zone (ET) |
State | Vermont |
Coordinates | 44.8419° N, 72.2109° W |
Etymology | Likely named after the Orleans region of France |
Major Landmarks | Lake Memphremagog, Jay Peak Resort, Crystal Lake State Park |
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