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Ripton
Eden Index
Climate
7.1
•
Recreation
6.6
•
Community
1.0
•
Safeguard
5.4/10
Ripton, Vermont is a small town located in the Green Mountain State. Known for its picturesque beauty, Ripton experiences a temperate climate with four distinct seasons. Summers are warm and pleasant, with average temperatures ranging from the low 60s°F to the mid-80s°F. Winters can be cold and snowy, with temperatures ranging from the low 20s°F to the mid-30s°F. The fall season treats residents and visitors to stunning foliage as the leaves change color.
Ripton is blessed with abundant hydrology constituents, including pristine rivers and streams such as the Middlebury River and the North Branch of the Middlebury River. These waterways offer opportunities for fishing, kayaking, and canoeing, surrounded by the tranquil beauty of the Vermont landscape.
Outdoor enthusiasts will find a wide range of recreational opportunities in Ripton. The town is surrounded by the Green Mountain National Forest, offering numerous hiking and mountain biking trails that lead to breathtaking vistas, cascading waterfalls, and serene forests. In the winter, residents and visitors can enjoy activities such as cross-country skiing and snowshoeing along the many scenic trails. With its idyllic climate, abundant water resources, and diverse outdoor recreation opportunities, Ripton, Vermont is a nature lover's paradise.
What is the Eden Index?
The Snoflo Eden Index serves as a comprehensive rating system for regions, evaluating their desirability through a holistic assessment of climate health, outdoor recreation opportunities, and natural disaster risk, acknowledging the profound impact of these factors on livability and well-being.
Climate Health Indicator (CHI): 7.1
Ripton receives approximately
1237mm of rain per year,
with humidity levels near 76%
and air temperatures averaging around
6°C.
Ripton has a plant hardyness factor of
4, meaning
plants and agriculture in this region thrive during a short period during spring and early summer. Most
plants will die off during the colder winter months.
By considering the ideal temperature range, reliable water supplies, clean air, and stable seasonal rain or snowpacks, the Climate Health Indicator (CHI) underscores the significance of a healthy climate as the foundation for quality living.
A healthy climate is paramount for ensuring a high quality of life and livability in a region, fostering both physical well-being and environmental harmony. This can be characterized by ideal temperatures, reliable access to water supplies, clean air, and consistent seasonal rain or snowpacks.
Weather Forecast
Streamflow Conditions
Richelieu
Area Rivers
Richelieu
Snowpack Depths
Richelieu
Reservoir Storage Capacity
Richelieu
Groundwater Levels
Recreational Opportunity Index (ROI): 6.6
The Recreational Opportunity Index (ROI) recognizes the value of outdoor recreational options, such as parks, hiking trails, camping sites, and fishing spots, while acknowledging that climate plays a pivotal role in ensuring the comfort and consistency of these experiences.
Access to outdoor recreational opportunities, encompassing activities such as parks, hiking, camping, and fishing, is crucial for overall well-being, and the climate plays a pivotal role in enabling and enhancing these experiences, ensuring that individuals can engage in nature-based activities comfortably and consistently.
Camping Areas
| Campground | Campsites | Reservations | Toilets | Showers | Elevation |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Branbury State Park | 45 | 573 ft | |||
| Chittenden Brook | 17 | 1,844 ft | |||
| Emerald Lake State Park | 100 | 934 ft | |||
| Half Moon Pond State Park | None | 643 ft | |||
| Moosalamoo | 19 | 1,547 ft | |||
| Bomoseen State Park | 66 | 445 ft | |||
| St. Catherine State Park | 60 | 520 ft | |||
| Greendale | 11 | 1,738 ft | |||
| Hapgood Pond | 28 | 1,548 ft | |||
| Gifford Woods State Park | 48 | 1,606 ft |
Nearby Ski Areas
Catastrophe Safeguard Index (CSI):
The Catastrophe Safeguard Index (CSI) recognizes that natural disaster risk, encompassing floods, fires, hurricanes, and tornadoes, can drastically affect safety and the overall appeal of an area.
The level of natural disaster risk in a region significantly affects safety and the overall livability, with climate change amplifying these risks by potentially increasing the frequency and intensity of events like floods, fires, hurricanes, and tornadoes, thereby posing substantial challenges to community resilience and well-being.
Community Resilience Indicator (CRI): 1.0
The Community Resilience Indicator (CRI) recognizes that education, healthcare, and socioeconomics are crucial to the well-being of a region. The CRI acknowledges the profound impact of these elements on residents' overall quality of life. By evaluating educational resources, healthcare accessibility, and economic inclusivity, the index captures the essential aspects that contribute to a thriving community, fostering resident satisfaction, equity, and social cohesion.