One of the tallest mountains in the state, Killington sits in the Green Mountains of Southern Vermont. Better known as the location of a ski resort, these slopes are worth visiting in the summer too.
Multiple paths and trails can take you up to the peak of Killington from the parking lot of the ski resort. You’ll find yourself in the trees for a bit only to pop out in to the open fields of the ski slopes, then back into the cover of the trees again.
Because of the cleared slopes there are plenty of views below alpine. Additionally, the slopes become steep meadows with blossoming flowers in the warmer months. A summer storm suddenly passed over as I was hiking up the mountain. A little thrill, then it quickly went on its way.
The top of the gondolas and a restaurant are on the peak. I came back down a different route than I came up. Once you’ve had your fun on top, really the choice is yours as to how you want to get back down. There are multiple options. Plan your ascent up with this trail map or add a little whimsy to your life and decide when you get there.