Lake Morey

Orange County, Vermont

Covering a total of 574 acres, Lake Morey is a popular mountain-surrounded lake where residents can experience the privacy of their own space with a stunning view of the lake. It is located in central Vermont within an hour of Manchester and within two hours of Boston, Massachusetts.

The neighboring towns of Fairlee, Lyme, and Haverhill contain plenty of activities and amenities to keep residents from needing to make a lengthy journey.

For airline needs, Lake Morey is located less than 30 minutes from Lebanon Municipal Airport and Dean Memorial Airport. For healthcare needs, Cottage Hospital, Alice Peck Day Memorial Hospital, and Children’s Hospital at Dartmouth are within 30 minutes of the lake.

Relaxing on the Lake

Lake Morey is known for its quiet and secluded atmosphere. There is no public swimming nor are there any beach areas to disturb the tranquility of the lake.

If you want an escape from the speed of the world, Lake Morey is the perfect place to disconnect! For a day at the beach, Fairlee Town Beach is only a short drive away.

Because Lake Morey allows for motorized boats to be used on the waterfront, there are portions of this lake with a high noise decibel between the morning hours and late afternoon. However, there are many no-wake areas that do not allow any motorized watercraft at any time of day.

Activities on the Lake

During the winter months, a local favorite thing to do is the Ice Skating Trail of Lake Morey. The trail travels along the outside of the entire lake, reaching around four miles of skating. The skating trail is known for its impressive maintenance and smoothness throughout the season.

Along with the skating trail, there are also various small rinks and games offered. You can either bring your own skates or purchase a rental set. The best part of this Winterland experience is that it is completely free!

During the Summer months, the lake offers pontoon, motorboat, kayak, canoes, and paddleboat rentals to be used on the waterfront. You are welcome to bring your own watercraft as well.

For the anglers of Lake Morey, there is a variety of fish to catch including large-and smallmouth bass, northern pike, various types of trout, and walleye. The no-wake areas of the lake are excellent areas for fishing without disturbance.

Around the Area

Within a mile of the western shoreline is Fairlee Town Forest. This area features scenic outdoor recreation including various hiking trails and mountain overlooks. This area covers a total of 1,573 acres and is the perfect nearby destination for residents of Lake Morey.

For those seeking a more expansive outdoor experience, White Mountain National Forest is five miles east of the waterfront. This area covers a total of over 750,000 acres and features multiple campgrounds, mountain hiking trails, rock climbing features, and hunting grounds.

Why Lake Morey?

If you are looking for a home or a home away from home, Lake Morey gives you the thrill of lake living while also offering a place of relaxation to fit whatever lifestyle you choose.