The Burlington Community
Rock Point School is located approximately 2 miles from the center of downtown Burlington on a peninsula into Lake Champlain. The Rock Point Property consists of 150 acres of wooded trails, cliffs, and two private beaches. The property is owned by the Episcopal Diocese of Vermont and there are many spots of cultural, historical and religious interest on the picturesque property.
Burlington is a city with a population of approximately 40,000 located in the Northwestern part of the state on the shores of Lake Champlain. It is a college town, home to four universities and colleges, which means that there is a lively and diverse arts and cultural scene. Burlington is often listed as one of the most livable cities in the US and was recently voted one of the top ten healthiest cities in the country. There are many historical and artistic attractions in the area including musical festivals, theater, craft fairs, art shows, outdoor recreation, restaurants and more.
Some nearby highlights include:
The Church Street Marketplace – Located in the centre of Burlington, a paved, pedestrian precinct lined with retail outlets and restaurants, including Burlington’s indoor mall featuring local stores and national chains.
Shelburne Farms – This property is a 1,400-acre working farm and nonprofit environmental organization located on Lake Champlain in Shelburne, Vermont. Visitors can explore its walking trails, milk a cow in the Children's Farmyard, and see its cheddar cheese being made. The Inn, an exquisite mansion, is open seasonally for lodging and dining on the edge of Lake Champlain.
Ben and Jerrys – The legendary ice cream manufacturers opened the doors of their first scoop shop on a corner in downtown Burlington. There is a still a scoop shop in town and the factory, which is open to visitors, is located in Waterbury, 25 miles from Burlington.
The Burlington Bike Path - A 7-mile path for biking, roller-blading, jogging, and walking along Lake Champlain that runs right along the side of our campus at Rock Point School. The views are breath-taking, with a vista that includes the Lake, the Adirondacks, boats, and beaches.
The Flynn Theater - This 1,400 seat beautiful art-deco theater is right in the center of downtown Burlington and hosts over 100 world-class live performances annually – Broadway shows, dance, music (jazz, classical, pop, folk, world), and cutting-edge theater.
Hiking, Skiing, and Snowboarding - The area offers a wide variety of mountains and terrain for hiking, skiing (alpine and cross-country) and snowboarding . Ski facilities and trails are located at Camel’s Hump, Mt. Mansfield, Mt. Philo, Bolton, Stowe, Sugarbush, Smugglers’ Notch, Catamount Center, Sleepy Hollow, and many State parks and forests.
