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Escape to Your Year-Round Mountain Getaway

Killington, Vermont is a great year-round vacation destination! Located in the heart of the Green Mountains, the beautiful, natural landscape provides a variety of mountainside activities all year. 

Killington in the Summer 

When the snow melts, Killington's snowy-white peaks turn to a lush green and open up new outdoor activities for people visiting the Green Mountains. The temperature stays near the 70s, making Killington perfect for outdoor activities, such as mountain biking and hiking.

When the weather gets hotter, it's time to get in the water! Enjoy a day river tubing with your family, or bring your fishing rod  to some of the many fishing spots around Killington.

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Killington in the Fall

During the fall, Killington's fall foliage season draws in vacationers from around the country. As the leaves change color, outdoor adventurers continue to hike and bike near Killingon.

Fall festivals abound in Central Vermont, including Stewart Maple's Tap to Table Autum Market. If you like apple picking. If you want to go apple picking, Mendon Mountain Orchard is a must.

Ski season opens in the late fall, typically in November or early December depending on snowfall.

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Killington in the Winter

The winter season in Vermont is a very popular time of year. Winter in Killington is beautiful with its abundance of fresh snow.

For people who love to ski, Killington is perfect as it is home to the Killington Ski Resort, the largest ski resort on the East Coast! It features 200 slopes, 31 ski lifts, and around 90 miles of beautiful terrain to enjoy. During the winter, you can experience some of the best skiing and snowboarding in the country.

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Frequently Asked Question About Killington

Is Killington open year-round?

Yes, Killington is open year-round for different seasonal activities, though it closes for trail maintenance and during seasonal transitions. Ski season typically runs late November through the end of May or early June. The 2025 Killington mountain biking season runs May 23 through Oct. 26, with late October running lifts only Friday-Sunday.

When does Killington close for the season?

For the ski season: Killington will close in either late May or early June. For 2025, Killington is planning to start using lifts for mountain biking on May 23.

For mountain biking season: Killington will close on Oct. 26.

Where is Killington?

Killington is located in Central Vermont in the Green Mountains, which are part of the northern Appalachians. Killington Peak is the second-highest point in Vermont.

Where is the Killington Bike Park?

Killington Bike Park is located in the Killington Resort and uses the same lifts to transport mountain bikers up the mountains. However, there are different trails for bikers clearly marked in the resort.

How far is the town from the Killington mountain?

Most of the top things to do in Killington are located close to the resort, within 1-2 miles. 

Who bought Killington?

In 2024, a local ownership group of 14 people invested bought Killington. Read more about Killington's sale.

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