Fern Lake

Addison County, Vermont

Fern Lake is located in Leicester, Vermont, 20 minutes south of the town of Middlebury.

An hour north is the Burlington International Airport and 20 minutes north is the Porter Medical Center.

Residents can take a quick car ride to Middlebury and enjoy all of the amenities the rural city has to offer, such as restaurants, pubs, grocery stores, pharmacies, and even a honey farm.

What’s There to Do on the Water?

Anglers on Fern Lake can expect to reel in northern pike, largemouth bass, bowfin, carp, and perch among others.

Kayakers and canoers can get in a good trip around this 67-acre lake. If you are an avid boater, you can use the earthen boat ramp in the southeast corner to launch into a fun day!

What’s Near Fern Lake?

Travelers can check out the New England Maple Museum in Pittsford, where you can learn all about the maple sugaring history in Vermont, the leading producer of maple syrup in the U.S.

You can also check out West Rutland Art Park in West Rutland and Chaffee Art Center in Rutland if you’re looking to get your sculpture and fine art fix in while on vacation!

There are also a lot of preserves and parks for nature lovers! Places like Branburry State Park, Brandon Town Forest, Joseph Battell Wilderness, and Proctor Village Forest.

For those who love to spend their time on the slopes, you’re in luck in nearby Killington. Killington Peak features dozens of slopes that will keep you on your skis or snowboard all day.

Your Ideal Getaway

If you are looking for somewhere that’s far enough for a nature-filled getaway from it all but close enough to have good amenities, then Fern Lake is the perfect place for you!