East Dorset Vermont Map

About East Dorset, Vermont

East Dorset is a locality in Bennington County, Vermont, United States. It is a small community with a population of 177. The population density is 51.6 people per km². East Dorset is located at 43.2398°N, 73.0093°W. It observes the Eastern Time (America/New_York) timezone. ZIP code: 927.

East Dorset lies cradled by the rolling Green Mountains, a landscape of deep valleys and forest-clad slopes where the air carries the crisp scent of pine and damp earth. It lies 31.8 miles east-south-east of Queensbury, NY (from Queensbury, NY: bearing 107°T), and is situated 5.0 miles north-north-east of Manchester Center. The surrounding terrain is a study in textures, from the rough-hewn granite outcroppings to the smooth, worn stones that line the banks of the Batten Kill River, its waters a cool, insistent murmur through the season. Sunlight, when it pierces the dense canopy, lands in shifting patterns on mossy logs and the broad leaves of ferns, creating a dappled, ephemeral light that seems to hold the quiet breath of the woods. The character of East Dorset is one of enduring, understated beauty, a place where the wildness of nature is a constant, gentle presence, shaping the contours of the land and the quiet tempo of its existence. The history of East Dorset is deeply entwined with the earth that surrounds it. Once a hub for quarrying marble, the legacy of this industry is still visible in the remnants of old stone walls and the weathered facades of buildings, hinting at a time when the industry pulsed with a vigorous economy. The Batten Kill River, a vital artery for early industry and now a cherished spot for fly fishing, flows with a history of its own, having powered mills and served as a thoroughfare for generations. Today, the local economy is more varied, with a blend of small businesses, agricultural pursuits, and a growing appreciation for the natural beauty that draws visitors and residents alike. The pace of life here is unhurried, marked by the changing seasons and the quiet hum of a community that values its connection to the land and its own distinct heritage.

About This East Dorset Map Page

This page provides an embedded street and satellite map of East Dorset, Vermont — switch between views using the small square in the bottom left-hand corner of the map. Coordinates: 43.239797, -73.00927. 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 East Dorset and Bennington County.

Detailed location data for East Dorset includes the ZIP code (05253), telephone area code (802), county seat of Bennington County (Bennington), and school district assignment (Taconic and Green Regional School District). These are among the most commonly searched location details for any US city or town.

Location data is drawn from the USGS Geographic Names Information System (GNIS) and cross-verified against 2020 US Census records by coordinate proximity — ensuring the correct East Dorset is identified even where the name is shared across multiple counties or states. Population figures are sourced from the 2020 US Census.