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Vermont Route 5A features several scenic overlooks along the eastern shore of Lake Willoughby, including popular spots such as the Devil's Rock and Mount Pisgah pull-offs. These overlooks provide breathtaking views of the lake's clear waters and the dramatic cliffs that rise on either side, making
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them ideal locations for photography and nature observation. The route's proximity to these natural landmarks adds to its appeal as a destination for outdoor enthusiasts traveling through northeastern Vermont.
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with US 5 in the village of West Burke. Both routes connect Burke with Derby, but VT 5A uses a more direct, easterly route than US 5. VT 5A proceeds north into
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While the designation of VT 5A has changed since its initial construction, its routing and function have not. The entirety of modern VT 5A was first designated as
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traversing through the Willoughby State Forest and along the eastern side of Lake Willoughby before intersecting with the eastern end of VT 16.
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VTrans' 2006 Route Log lists the official length of VT 5A to be 19.498 miles (31.379 km), with the last milepost reading at VT 105 in
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with VT 105 from Charleston to Derby Center. The only mention of a concurrency between VT 5A and VT 105 is from
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that existed between 1922 and 1927. NEI 2A was designated as an alternate to
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Map of northeastern Vermont with VT 5A highlighted in red
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Southern end of silent concurrency with VT 105
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