Slate, lakes, village streets, and the western borderlands of Vermont.
Poultney sits in Vermont’s Slate Valley, where village streets, historic buildings, lakes, farmland, and quarry landscapes tell the story of one of Vermont’s most important industries. Located near the New York border, the town combines a classic Vermont village center with quiet backroads, rolling farmland, and views toward the Taconic Mountains.
While many travelers pass through on their way to larger destinations, Poultney rewards those who slow down and explore. Its character emerges through details: slate sidewalks, church steeples, old storefronts, lake shores, and roads that disappear into the countryside.
Quick Facts
Region: Southwest Vermont
County: Rutland County
Known For:
- Slate industry
- Lake St. Catherine
- Historic village center
- Rural landscapes
- Vermont–New York border history