Lincoln is a town in northwest Vermont, located in Addison County within the state of Vermont in the United States. According to the 2010 census, the town had a population of 1,271 (census data), reflecting a small, dispersed community with a largely rural character. The town maintains a village-scale population, local services and a volunteer-based civic life.
Geography and landscape
Lincoln lies on the western slopes of the Green Mountains and is characterized by forested ridges, cleared agricultural valleys and narrow mountain gaps. Its terrain supports mixed hardwood and conifer forests, hiking routes and seasonal snow activities. The town is within driving distance of larger centers such as Middlebury and is part of a region valued for scenic drives and outdoor recreation.
History and community
Chartered and settled during the post-colonial expansion of Vermont in the late 18th century, Lincoln developed as a farming and logging community. Like many Vermont towns it uses the town meeting form of government and relies on local institutions — a town clerk, a selectboard and volunteer emergency services — for administration and civic life.
Economy, recreation and notable features
- Agriculture and forestry have historically shaped land use and remain visible on the landscape.
- Outdoor recreation — hiking, backcountry skiing, snowshoeing and birdwatching — attracts visitors in all seasons.
- The town’s rural setting supports a small cluster of businesses, home-based enterprises and commuters who travel to nearby towns for work.
Lincoln is also part of a larger cultural and natural region that includes nearby educational and arts activities tied to the Addison County area. For official town information, community schedules and local services, see the town's page (Town of Lincoln), or consult county resources (Addison County). Additional demographic detail is available from national statistics (census reports).