The Area:
Killington is the home of the largest ski area in the eastern United States. It is located
in the southern portion of Central Vermont and just a few miles removed
from Rutland,
the second largest city in the state. Its proximity to Rutland is not
only of great benefit to Killington's visitors, but also makes it one of
the few ski areas in Vermont which can be traveled to via Amtrak,
Interstate
Bus Service, Local
Shuttle, and Continental Airlines to Rutland State Airport. Current
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Killington (Pop. 738): For all
intents and purposes, although it has a small year-round population,
Killington is 100% a resort area. There is no village. The greater
majority of the businesses are located on Killington Road, which is
commonly referred to as the Killington Access Road - the mountain road
leading to the Killington Resort.
Winter! The Killington
Resort (seven mountains) is the largest ski
area in the East and takes pride in being the first ski resort in
Vermont to open each winter, 
and the last to close. Killington Peak, with
an elevation of
4,195 feet (with
a view of 5 states and Canada) and a vertical drop of 3,150 feet , it is
the second highest mountain in Vermont . The resort has 31 lifts,
including a
gondola (said to be the longest in the country), and offers 95 miles of
skiing on its 200 trails. The area also contains 45
miles of hiking trails, 40 miles of biking trails, and endless miles of Vermont
Association of Snow Travelers (VAST)
snowmobile trails (capable to taking you all the way to Canada). Cross-Country
Skiers have their choice of area touring
centers or skiing the almost untouched Green Mountain National
Forest trails.
After
a day in sun or snow, choose to spend a quiet dinner in any of the more than
100 Restaurants,
Inns,
bistros and nightspots spaced attractively along the access road, on
Route 4, and in nearby Rutland.
Dining facilities cover the spectrum from candlelight dining to
casual and moderately-priced eateries.
Summer
& Fall!
The Killington Resort Gondola carries regular folk as well as hikers and
bikers to the mountain's summit where 
spectacular
views of the area's seven mountains surround those walking or riding the
trails. And, the gondola ride to the summit is not to be missed in
late September and early October to view our fall foliage. And
hikers should plan to walk portions of the Long
Trail. Access to the trail is just a few miles west toward Rutland
and there is free parking for hikers and backpackers .
Killington is also a paradise for golfers. There
are two PGA Golf
Courses located here, as well as a number of others within a short
drive
.
Want to take in a movie or a live stage
performance? In downtown Rutland
you'll find the modern Plaza
Movieplex 9 theatre, as well as the spectacular Paramount Theatre -
a magnificent performing arts center.
Many of the ponds dotting the area
have Vermont
Department of Fish and Wildlife Boat Access Ramps, which are also popular fishing spots
with local residents. These
include Kent Pond, Beaver Pond, and Colton Pond, all within less than
five minutes of the intersection of Killington Road and Route 4.
As you can see, there is no shortage of recreational
activities in the Killington Area! You'll also
find a wealth of Special
Events and Attractions
& Places
of Interest in nearby areas.
Pittsfield (Pop. 389): A
small town with several lodging facilities just 8 miles north of
Killington along Route 100.
Rochester (Pop. 1,181), Robinson, Talcville,
Emerson: A pleasant,
welcoming town nestled in a valley of the Green Mountains, Rochester
is a recreational center without hype. The village center groups an
informal restaurant and some attractive stores for staples and for
high-quality craft items opposite the town's broad Green.
Rochester is nicely removed from major tourist areas, leaving you
to explore portions of The Long Trail and cross-country ski trails at
a relaxed pace in the Green Mountain National Forest.
Information on things to do and places to go, including the Texas
Falls Recreation area which includes picnic grounds and a series of
waterfalls, can be obtained at the Rochester Ranger Station on Route
100, north of town and a stone's throw across from an exceptional
fishing access area on the White River.
Stockbridge (Pop. 618): A
small town located south of Rochester along Route 100. Nothing here but
beautiful views!
