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| Difficulty | Easy | |
| Estimated Time | 5 to 7 hours | |
| Elevation gain | 975 meters |
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Why hike at Killington Peak ?
killington peak is the second highest summit in the Green Mountains and in the U.S. state of Vermont. It is located east of Rutland in south-central Vermont. A ski resort, Killington Ski Resort, nicknamed "the beast of the east, is located on the mountain. Killington is a stop on the Long Trail, which here shares its route with the Appalachian Trail. Traveling southbound on the Trail, it is the last 4,000 feet (1,200 m) peak until Virginia. A gondola transports skiers and non-hikers to the summit in winter, summer, and during fall color season. There is a lodge near the peak which is complete with a restaurant and bar with panoramic views. In 1763, the mountain was known as Pisgah. Killington (aka Sherburne) lodging situations have changed over the years from sleeping on barroom floors and barns on the mountain road, traveling up from nearby Rutland or Woodstock, to the present day which has over 120 inns, lodges and condominium complexes. Their sleeping capacity brings this Central Vermont region's tourist population to 60,000+ on prime winter weekends.killington peak is the tallest mountain in Vermont, and one of the tallest peaks in New England. At 4,235 feet, it's a popular destination for hikers and climbers. The mountain is part of the Green Mountain National Forest, and offers stunning views of the surrounding countryside. The summit can be reached by hiking the Killington Trail, which is a strenuous 8-mile hike with an elevation gain of 3,000 feet. The peak can also be reached by skiing or snowboarding down the mountain in the winter.
killington peak is the tallest mountain in Vermont, and one of the tallest peaks in New England. At 4,235 feet, it's a popular destination for hikers and climbers. The mountain is part of the Green Mountain National Forest, and offers stunning views of the surrounding countryside. The summit can be reached by hiking the Killington Trail, which is a strenuous 8-mile hike with an elevation gain of 3,000 feet. The peak can also be reached by skiing or snowboarding down the mountain in the winter.
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Starting Point
The easiest way to get to the start of the trails at the killington peak in Vermont is to drive to the ski resort and park in the lot. From there, you can take the gondola up to the peak.
The easiest way to get to the start of the trails at the killington peak in Vermont is to drive to the ski resort and park in the lot. From there, you can take the gondola up to the peak.
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