East Burke, VT

East Burke is a small village in Vermont’s Northeast Kingdom that punches far above its weight for outdoor recreation. Daily life here revolves around Burke Mountain, which towers over the valley, and the quiet country roads that connect the local neighborhoods. The village is also home to Burke Mountain Academy, a famous training ground for Olympic ski racers, giving the community a lively, athletic presence in the middle of a scenic mountain landscape.

Winters draw skiers and snowboarders to Burke Mountain for uncrowded slopes and classic New England glades, while warmer months turn the area into a premier mountain biking hub courtesy of the Kingdom Trails network. With local bike shops, a country store, and miles of trails weaving through the surrounding hills, there is plenty of charm and activity throughout the year. For newcomers, it offers a friendly, low-key rural lifestyle with world-class trails right out the back door.