The trails and lakes are ready for explorations! Travel restrictions to VT have eased up a bit and Burke area businesses are excited to welcome you back. Visitors from
New England and New York counties with 400 or fewer active COVID-19 cases
per million are welcome to visit with no need to quarantine.
CLICK HERE
for a map of those counties and up to date case numbers.
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for other updates from the State of VT. It may take a little extra effort to get here these days, but once you're here, you'll find it's well worth it!
Plan to stay a while to enjoy all there is to offer. Midweek stays are highly recommended and usually mean lower lodging rates. Bring the bike and see for yourself why
Kingdom Trails
is the premiere mountain biking destination in the Northeast, take a dip in the pristine waters of Lake Willoughby (it's really not as cold as they say!) or just enjoy a lazy day at the beach.
Summer is here! Explore & Enjoy!
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Things to do
Whether you like to
hike
up the mountains or ride downhill, there is something here for every pace. The
Burke Bike Park
opens up on July 4th weekend! Check out the new
NEK Gravel
website for suggested routes on the backroads. If you need some gear or a bike rental, check out
East Burke Sports
or the
Village Sport Shop
which also offers paddleboard, kayak and canoe rentals.
Events happening this month include:
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Deal of the Month
The Orange Rind
, located in the heart of East Burke village, is open and ready to fuel you up with breakfast, lunch and dinner choices including salads, burgers, burritos, quinoa bowls and more. The smoothie selection includes: Pitaya Special, Green Goddess (with spirulina and pineapple), Popeye Punch (with spinach and mango), Blueberry Crunch and many more unique and healthy combos.
The gazebo bar is definitely the place to be on a summer evening with a beer, glass of wine or crafty cocktail in hand as you enjoy the river breeze.
For a great deal, stop in mid-week for Wine Down Wednesday featuring half price glasses of vino. For a real treat, pair it with a cheese plate special.
And swing by on Friday evenings and Sunday afternoons for Live at the Rind featuring local musical talent.
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Unpack & Unwind
Whether you prefer a lakeside getaway or want to be tucked away in the woods, there's a home away from home just for you somewhere in the area.
Rock Garden Rentals
is located right on Kingdom Trails and walking distance to East Burke village. Pet friendly cabins sleep 12 comfortably and have a full kitchen, wifi, outdoor showers and secure bike storage.
In nearby Newark,
Gram's House
offers room for 4, nightly and weekly rates plus a great central location just a few minutes in either direction from trails, lakes and golf.
Enjoy the breeze from the cool waters of Crystal Lake at
Lakeview Cabins
. 1 and 2 bedroom cabins are available for weekly rental. The property features a playground, boat launch, private sandy beach, fire pits and picnic area.
The
Burke Bike Barn
offers a trailside location and rustic accommodations in a renovated timber frame barn. Two rentals are available that sleep 4 or 6 people. The adjacent and brand new Maple Grove Farmhouse offers two, 3 bedroom units.
It's time for nights under the stars. The
Burke Mountain Campground
is open for the summer season with 25 sites and amazing views any which way you look.
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Hidden Gems
It's always worth it to take the road less traveled and in these parts, there are many special spots off the beaten path.
Have you ever tried backyard golf? It's the perfect family activity! There are 2 courses in the area,
Grandad's Course
in Newark and
Lake Willoughby Golf
in Westmore. Both have 9 holes and a casual atmosphere for any skill level (or no skill level). Just pop your money in the bucket and have fun!
Of course, you know about our glacial lakes, but explore waters less paddled like peaceful
Long Pond
,
Bald Hill Pond
and
Newark Pond
. Enjoy a leisurely paddle, fishing or a swim along with the loons who call these waters home.
Venture over to the
Nulhegan Basin Division of the
Silvio O. Conte Fish and Wildlife Refuge
and explore among the thousands of acres of forested trails including a bog-walk. Admission to the visitor station is free and you can check out many exhibits and scenic overlooks.
After a day of exploring, head back to Burke for dinner at the
Foggy Goggle Osteria
, tucked away on a little dirt road in the village. Whether you're in the mood for steak, seafood, pad Thai, a burger or sourdough pizza, there's something on the menu for everyone in the family.
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