Shelburne Vermont Map

About Shelburne, Vermont

Shelburne is a locality in Chittenden County, Vermont, United States. It has a population of approximately 6,178. Shelburne is located at 44.3806°N, 73.2276°W. It observes the Eastern Time (America/New_York) timezone. ZIP code: 5482.

Shelburne unfolds along the western edge of Vermont, a landscape where the verdant hills of the Champlain Valley gently yield to the broad, reflective sweep of Lake Champlain. It lies 6.6 miles south of Burlington, VT (from Burlington, VT: bearing 187°T), and is situated 6.6 miles south-south-west of South Burlington. Rolling fields, often stitched with the rich browns of freshly tilled earth or the vibrant greens of summer pasture, climb towards the horizon, their contours softened by the persistent touch of the seasons. Along the lake’s edge, the shoreline offers glimpses of sandy coves and rocky outcrops, where the water laps with a quiet persistence. The air here carries a crispness, particularly in the autumn, infused with the scent of pine and damp earth, and the quality of light, especially as dusk settles, paints the western sky in hues of rose and lavender, casting long shadows across the land. The history of Shelburne is deeply intertwined with the fertile soil and the generous waters of the lake. Originally settled by pioneers drawn to its agricultural promise, the town has long sustained itself through farming, with dairy and maple syrup production remaining significant threads in its economic tapestry. The Shelburne Museum, a nationally recognized institution, stands as a remarkable testament to the region's heritage, housing an eclectic and vast collection that reflects the ingenuity and artistry of American life. This dedication to preservation and appreciation extends to the very character of Shelburne, where a sense of enduring craftsmanship and a quiet pride in local heritage are palpable, evident in the well-maintained historic buildings and the unhurried pace of everyday life that continues to define this Vermont gem.

About This Shelburne Map Page

This page provides an embedded street and satellite map of Shelburne, Vermont — switch between views using the small square in the bottom left-hand corner of the map. Coordinates: 44.380606, -73.227626. 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 Shelburne and Chittenden County.

Detailed location data for Shelburne includes the ZIP code (05482), telephone area code (802), county seat of Chittenden County (Burlington), and school district assignment (Champlain Valley Unified 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 Shelburne is identified even where the name is shared across multiple counties or states. Population figures are sourced from the 2020 US Census.