Killington Spring, Summer, Fall
Sightseeing
Rent kayaks from Base Camp (Kayak King) or park and walk the trail around the pond to Thundering Falls.
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Kent Pond
Rent kayaks from Base Camp (Kayak King) or park and walk the trail around the pond to Thundering Falls.
Rent kayaks from Frist Stop Board Barn & enjoy this scenic reservoir. There's a sand bar in the middle of the reservoir to park the kayaks and take a swim!
Woodward Reservoir
Rent kayaks from Frist Stop Board Barn & enjoy this scenic reservoir. There's a sand bar in the middle of the reservoir to park the kayaks and take a swim!
Easy hike with excellent vista views of Pico mountain at the trail end.
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Deer Leap Trail
139 US-4Easy hike with excellent vista views of Pico mountain at the trail end.
Shrewsbury Peak
Medium difficulty hike (3hr) - a satisfying hike with a small peak vista.
Local favorite swimming hole with multiple pools and jumping spots. Can get busy during holiday weekends. ~1hr drive to get out - recommend spending time in neighboring Waitsfield for some great food and beer options.
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Warren Falls
3919 Vermont Rte 100Local favorite swimming hole with multiple pools and jumping spots. Can get busy during holiday weekends. ~1hr drive to get out - recommend spending time in neighboring Waitsfield for some great food and beer options.
Hard, 7.2mi hike out & back that takes you to the top of Killington Peak. Incredibly satisfying views at the top, also accessible via gondola.
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Bucklin Trailhead
Wheelerville RoadHard, 7.2mi hike out & back that takes you to the top of Killington Peak. Incredibly satisfying views at the top, also accessible via gondola.
Small swimming hole - a good combination with Warren Falls, after grabbing some lunch in downtown Waitsfield.
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The Lareau Park
6051 Vermont Rte 100Small swimming hole - a good combination with Warren Falls, after grabbing some lunch in downtown Waitsfield.
When not skiing, Killington offers top-notch mountain biking. For the thrill seekers, there is also a ropes course, zip line, and alpine coaster. The summer Saturday afternoon concert series is a must-do.
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Killington Ski Area
When not skiing, Killington offers top-notch mountain biking. For the thrill seekers, there is also a ropes course, zip line, and alpine coaster. The summer Saturday afternoon concert series is a must-do.
Swimming hole, trail walking, and local shops
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Pont du gouffre de Quechee
U.S. 4Swimming hole, trail walking, and local shops
Dorset Quarry
1848 VT-30Swimming hole with spectacular rock jumping spots.
Quick trail to the waterfall. Hike up the side and take a dip in one of the pools!
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Thundering Brook Falls Trail
2295 River Rd ForkQuick trail to the waterfall. Hike up the side and take a dip in one of the pools!
Vermont River Tubing
2474 Vermont Rte 100Tubing on the White River!
Visit the Stone Steps! This winding slab staircase was created by a local athlete in honor of women, men, and children who have fought cancer. At the top, you'll find a stone cabin and some great views.
Riverside Farm
57 Tweed River DrVisit the Stone Steps! This winding slab staircase was created by a local athlete in honor of women, men, and children who have fought cancer. At the top, you'll find a stone cabin and some great views.
An active dairy farm and outdoor museum - see their website for exhibits and events.
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Billings Farm & Museum
69 Old River RdAn active dairy farm and outdoor museum - see their website for exhibits and events.
VT is full of covered bridges - this one is easily accessed off of Rt 4.
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Taftsville Covered Bridge
VT is full of covered bridges - this one is easily accessed off of Rt 4.
Farmer's Markets
Every Wednesday and Saturday. If you're headed to Rutland for groceries, stop by and check out some local products! https://vtfarmersmarket.org/
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Rutland Farmers Market
Depot ParkEvery Wednesday and Saturday. If you're headed to Rutland for groceries, stop by and check out some local products! https://vtfarmersmarket.org/
Summer farmers markets at Killington Sports every Friday. Small but good selection.
Killington Pico Area Association
2319 US-4Summer farmers markets at Killington Sports every Friday. Small but good selection.
It's more of a boutique grocery store than a true farmer's market. It's well worth the visit for extensive produce options, the fantastic bakery/deli, and the butcher. Best wine selection in the area.
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Woodstock Farmers' Market
979 W Woodstock RdIt's more of a boutique grocery store than a true farmer's market. It's well worth the visit for extensive produce options, the fantastic bakery/deli, and the butcher. Best wine selection in the area.
Neighborhoods
Colonial town with many small shops and restaurants. Known for many historic buildings lining Rt 4. Best nearby spot for windowshopping.
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Woodstock
Colonial town with many small shops and restaurants. Known for many historic buildings lining Rt 4. Best nearby spot for windowshopping.
Shopping
Basin Sports
2886 Killington RdLargest stop for skiing, riding, biking gear.
Hidden gem - lookout for their ski deals in the summer, especially Labor Day weekend. We love buying the previous year's demo skis.
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Black Dog Sports
133 E Mountain RdHidden gem - lookout for their ski deals in the summer, especially Labor Day weekend. We love buying the previous year's demo skis.
Absolutely the best road cycling shop in the area. If you ride and are up on a Monday, join their shop ride at 5:30!
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First Stop Board Barn
8474 US-4Absolutely the best road cycling shop in the area. If you ride and are up on a Monday, join their shop ride at 5:30!
Restuarants
Farm to table eats and flavorful coffee drinks. The best option for vegans on the mountain.
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Liquid Art Eatery & Coffeehouse
37 Miller Brook RdFarm to table eats and flavorful coffee drinks. The best option for vegans on the mountain.
Stop by the tavern and enjoy a meal or beverage with incredible views. Especially great during foliage season!
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Mountain Top Inn & Resort
195 Mountain Top RdStop by the tavern and enjoy a meal or beverage with incredible views. Especially great during foliage season!
Local sushi and hibachi spot. The Barrel Rider can take you there when it's active (winter and weekends).
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Sushi Yoshi
1807 Killington RdLocal sushi and hibachi spot. The Barrel Rider can take you there when it's active (winter and weekends).
Favorite for pub grub - the jerk chicken sandwich, beast chicken sandwich, and wings are favorites! Don't miss the whole belly clams in the summer.
Classic apres-ski spot in the winter.
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The Lookout Tavern
2910 Killington RdFavorite for pub grub - the jerk chicken sandwich, beast chicken sandwich, and wings are favorites! Don't miss the whole belly clams in the summer.
Classic apres-ski spot in the winter.
One of the region's best restaurants. Weekend brunch is a favorite.
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Simon Pearce Flagship Store, Restaurant, Bar + Glassblowing Workshop
1760 Quechee Main StreetOne of the region's best restaurants. Weekend brunch is a favorite.
Experimental restaurant by the owners of Celeste in Boston. Reservations required https://www.esmeraldavermont.com/
Esmeralda
740 Stigers RoadExperimental restaurant by the owners of Celeste in Boston. Reservations required https://www.esmeraldavermont.com/
Hidden gem! Worth a stop by if you'll be in the Queechee area.
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Chef Brads CrazySide
1 Quechee Main StHidden gem! Worth a stop by if you'll be in the Queechee area.
Experience what the New York Times calls New England's coolest dinner party!
Reservations required!
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The Backroom
3963 Vermont Rte 100Experience what the New York Times calls New England's coolest dinner party!
Reservations required!
Beer
The largest beer selection on Killington Road. Also a spot to exchange propane tanks if necessary (we will reimburse costs).
Mountain Merchant
2384 Killington RdThe largest beer selection on Killington Road. Also a spot to exchange propane tanks if necessary (we will reimburse costs).
Classic area brewery, pioneer of the craft beer scene in VT. Enjoy the outdoor patio by the Ottauquechee River.
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Long Trail Brewing Company
5520 US-4Classic area brewery, pioneer of the craft beer scene in VT. Enjoy the outdoor patio by the Ottauquechee River.
Bent Hill Brewery
1972 Bent Hill RdLocal favorite brewery with a small beer garden.
Destination for IPA fans - small, high-quality brewery in quaint downtown Brandon, VT. Pair with a visit to Foley Bros.
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Red Clover Ale Co.
43 Center StDestination for IPA fans - small, high-quality brewery in quaint downtown Brandon, VT. Pair with a visit to Foley Bros.
Some of the best craft IPAs in the area. Pair with a visit to Red Clover Ale Co.
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Foley Brothers Brewing
79 Stone Mill Dam RdSome of the best craft IPAs in the area. Pair with a visit to Red Clover Ale Co.
Golf
The mountain's golf offering has a very scenic, narrow mountain course. Carts are highly recommended.
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Killington Golf Course
227 E Mountain RdThe mountain's golf offering has a very scenic, narrow mountain course. Carts are highly recommended.
For those wanting a flatter golf course compared to Killington's steeps.
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Green Mountain National Golf Course
476 Barrows Towne RdFor those wanting a flatter golf course compared to Killington's steeps.
Mini golf and ice cream! What's not to like?
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Mendon Mini Golf & Snack Bar
2556 US-4Mini golf and ice cream! What's not to like?