Bolton Valley, Vermont — interactive Google street map, satellite and terrain views, Street View, live National Weather Service conditions and 7-day forecasts, real-time local and world news, and an editorial description of Bolton Valley, Chittenden County.
| City | Bolton Valley |
| State | Vermont (VT) |
| County | Chittenden |
| Country | United States of America |
| Timezone | Eastern Time (America/New_York) |
| Latitude | 44.421504 |
| Longitude | -72.850234 |
| Population | 252 |
| Density | 156.9 /km² |
| Incorporated | N/A |
Bolton Valley is a locality in Chittenden County, Vermont, United States. It is a small community with a population of 252. The population density is 156.9 people per km². Bolton Valley is located at 44.4215°N, 72.8502°W. It observes the Eastern Time (America/New_York) timezone.
Bolton Valley rises from the rolling contours of Chittenden County, a place defined by the persistent upward sweep of the Green Mountains. It lies 18.2 miles east-south-east of Burlington, VT (from Burlington, VT: bearing 102°T), and is situated 7.4 miles north-west of Waterbury. Here, the landscape is a study in verticality, with steep slopes cloaked in deciduous forests that blaze with color in autumn and stand starkly beautiful under winter's snow. The air, particularly in the crisp mornings, carries the clean scent of pine and damp earth, a constant reminder of the wildness that presses in from all sides. Streams, born from snowmelt and summer rains, tumble down these inclines, their voices a gentle murmur that can swell into a roar after a storm, carving their paths through granite and loam. The very character of Bolton Valley is one of resilience, a place shaped by the forces of nature and the steady, quiet work of those who have chosen to make their lives within its embrace. The history of Bolton Valley is one of hardy settlers drawn to the promise of timber and, later, the rugged potential of its terrain. Early industries revolved around logging and small-scale farming, endeavors that demanded a deep understanding of the seasons and a relentless spirit. Today, while agriculture still holds a presence, the local economy is largely influenced by the draw of its mountainous setting, with outdoor recreation playing a significant role. The ski resort, a prominent feature, brings visitors in winter, but the hiking trails and the allure of panoramic views sustain interest year-round. The character of Bolton Valley is one of quiet persistence, where the echoes of past industry can still be felt in the land itself, a place where the rhythm of life is dictated by the turn of the seasons and the enduring spirit of its inhabitants.
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This page provides an interactive Google map of Bolton Valley, Vermont with street, satellite and terrain views and integrated Street View imagery. Live weather conditions are sourced directly from the National Weather Service, with current observations and a 7-day forecast also powered by Open-Meteo. Real-time local news and world news feeds keep the page current, while a Wikipedia summary or an editorially written description provides background on Bolton Valley and Chittenden County. Coordinates and population data are also included.
Location data for Bolton Valley is drawn from the USGS Geographic Names Information System (GNIS) and cross-verified against 2020 US Census records by coordinate proximity, not name matching alone — ensuring the correct Bolton Valley is identified even where the name is shared across multiple counties or states.
| Page generated | June 2026 |
| Location data | SimpleMaps US Cities Database; coordinates matched to USGS GNIS definitive data |
| Wikipedia validation | Article content matched to USGS GNIS coordinates via Wikipedia geosearch API. Location verified by proximity — not name matching alone. |