Welcome to Johnson, Vermont, a small alcove of peace and tranquility in the heart of the Green Mountains. Bella Vista is surrounded by beautiful mountain views, a pristine private forest of evergreens and babbling brooks and waterfalls! Each season presents it's own opportunities for outdoor recreation of all kinds or for just relaxing on your hammock in spring or by the fireplace in winter.

Enjoy the swimming holes in close walking distance in the summer, or the variety of ski resorts accessible in winter. Flyfish the Lamoille River in the stunning beauty of the Fall colors or canoe in one of the many lakes in Lamoille County.

Population: 3,274 (US Census, 2000)

Town of Johnson - the town's website for all things Johnson related
Camp Johnson- Detailed statistics and information on the town

Miles to:
Boston - 217
Montreal - 101
Portland - 179
New York City - 352
Smuggs - 9
Stowe - 17
Nearest interstate (89): 21 miles

Ski Resorts / Area Interests: Smugglers' Notch - Official site
Ski Vermont - Information on snowfall, trails and more on Vermont Ski Mountains
Stowe - Summer
Stowe - Winter
Jay Peak Resort
Jay Peak - Area Info
Crew Arena - a fun place for everyone!

Covered Bridges:
Powerhouse Bridge - Johnson, VT
This queenpost bridge crosses the Gihon River, construction date 1872.
Scribner Bridge - Johnson, VT
Construction date unknown, this bridge started out as a half height uncovered "pony bridge."

Facts on Vermont Living - http://www.vtliving.com/stats/

In Town:
Johnson State College - one of VT's highly acclaimed secondary education schools

Vermont Studio Center - a world class art sanctuary



Johnson Vermont is home to the famous Vermont Studio Center where artists from all over the world come to study. An intellectual community of growing insight is flourishing down the road at Johnson State College. Johnson's Main Street boast the quintessential quaint New England town as illustrated in poems by Robert Frost and in writings of Ralph Waldo Emerson. Country homestyle restaurants and coffeshops pleasure the palate while shops like the Woolen Mills and Forget Me Not's pleasure the most avid shopper. Johnson is surrounded by major ski resorts including Stowe, Smuggler's Notch and Jay Peak (all within half an hour). Enjoy the nightlife in Stowe after a day of skiing only to return to your peaceful abode of nature and privacy.

Local Coffee Shop & Web Design http://vtwebdesigners.com

Fine Dining at the Winding Brook Bistro

The Hub - Excellent Pizza and Incredible Post and Beam Bar

Woolen Mills - Hand woven wool clothing made right here!

Ryan Books - Local Book Store