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The City of Newport, located in the upper northeast area of Vermont, is a four
season’s resort area. It is bordered to the north by the Canadian Border and is
the southern port of Lake Memphremagog.
Newport is a gateway between New England
and Canada. The city lies on the southern shore of Lake Memphremagog, whose name
is derived from an Abenaki Indian word meaning "beautiful waters." On the
western side of the 32-mile lake rises Owl's Head, named after an American
Indian chief. Its 3,360 foot summit offers impressive views.
Lake Memphremagog, offers excellent fishing and hunting opportunities. From late
spring to early fall the lake is utilized by boaters, swimmers, jet skis and
wind surfers. There is also a Fish and Wildlife Refuge, along the South Bay of
Newport, which is a haven to view hundreds of species of native birds and
animals.
The City of Newport
hosts the largest shopping district in Orleans County for many of the
surrounding towns in the northeast kingdom. Discover downtown Newport by
visiting the shops on Main Street, walking along waterfront and enjoying the
views of Lake Memphremagog. You will want to keep coming back to again and
again.
There is plenty to do all year round.
You can ski at Jay Peak (20-25 minutes), snowmobile on VAST trails, sail or
motorboat to Canada for dinner. Enjoy concerts at the Gateway Center Building
on the Waterfront in the summer. Stroll through our parks and enjoy beautiful
sunsets over the lake.
Newport City is right off I-91 on Lake
Memphremagog.
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