Northern lights in Burlington tonight

Burlington's north-facing beach on Lake Champlain, about 5 minutes from downtown. The open water extends north toward Quebec with minimal light pollution across the lake. The Adirondacks on the New York side are visible to the west but create no light dome. The beach faces the right direction and is free of overhead obstructions. The parking lot has low-level lighting, but walking a short distance down the beach improves conditions.

About 30 minutes south of Burlington near Charlotte, Vermont. The summit at 308 meters offers elevated views above the lake valley light dome, with north-facing sightlines toward Burlington and beyond. The height advantage relative to the surrounding terrain makes it useful for borderline Kp nights when the aurora sits close to the horizon. The summit road closes at dusk in most conditions, so check the state park schedule before planning a night visit.

A dark mountain pass in the Green Mountains near Jeffersonville, about 45 minutes northeast of Burlington. The narrow valley between Sterling Mountain and Spruce Peak has no significant artificial light sources, and the elevated terrain at around 1,000 meters puts observers above the Champlain Valley light dome. Route 108 through the notch closes in winter, but the surrounding area remains accessible. The notch itself blocks some horizon, so use the open meadows near the base of the pass.