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Killington Resort
Killington Resort
4.5
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This Southern Vermont resort is famous for its winter skiing, and now for off-season golf.
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Restaurants
36 within 3 miles
Preston's
96
0.8 mi$$ - $$$ • American • Bar • Contemporary
Jerk Jamaican Mountain Grill
6
0.8 mi$ • Caribbean • Jamaican
Clubhouse Bar & Grill
20
0.9 mi$ • American • Bar • Pizza
Hops On The Hill
15
0.9 mi$$ - $$$ • American • Bar • Pub
Rutland Beer Works at Killington
9
0.9 mi$$ - $$$ • American
Capriccio Ristorante at Killington
11
0.9 mi$$ - $$$ • Italian
Cascades Lodge and Restaurant
7
1 miFrench • American • Deli
Look Out Tavern
267
1.4 mi$$ - $$$ • American • Bar • Pub
Choices Restaurant & Rotisserie
236
1.4 mi$$ - $$$ • French • American • Fusion
Domenic's Pizzeria
143
1.5 mi$$ - $$$ • Italian • Pizza • Vegetarian Friendly
Attractions
11 within 6 miles
Killington - Pico Adventure Center
50
0.6 miAmusement & Theme Parks
Thundering Falls Trail
199
Hiking Trails
Killington Distillery - Still On The Mountain
8
1 miDistilleries
Pico Mountain
111
Ski & Snowboard Areas
Gifford Woods State Park
52
State Parks
K1 Express gondola
17
Lookouts • Scenic Walking Areas
Bucklin Trail
16
Hiking Trails
Mountain Meadows Cross Country Ski and Snowshoe Center
7
Cross-country Ski Areas
Killington Arts Guild Gallery
2
Art Galleries
Eagles Nest Studio
Sports Camps & Clinics
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319ellenp
Harrisburg, PA186 contributions
Jan 2022
We were there in mid-Jan, there was little natural snow and the temps were super cold. The mountain was doing there best with what the Snow Gods were giving them and worker shortages. The staff we interacted with great. Lodges were not busy and clean. I was happy my first Killington experience was uncrowded.
Written February 25, 2022
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viganiko
Monterey, MA1,468 contributions
Feb 2020 • Family
The positives are big area, some fast lifts and gondolas. We found parking close to the lodges both days, they had bag storage in both lodges we tried, so we didn’t need to leave our street shoes in the cold car. We went with kids, who were confident up to high intermediate level. So the black ones with thin coverage or in icy conditions were out, that meant to traverse a lot to get to nice long runs. We found the Snowdown area the best. We got a snow stormy day and a second with sunny but windy weather. Only a few runs were groomed, most of them were icy with sudden deep powdery patches. A lot of runs still had thin coverage signs in mid February, as they don’t make snow on those and it was a warm year. I found the actual amount and quality of skiing not worth the extra expense compare to a cheap, but well groomed medium sized mountain. The lodge food was overpriced and mediocre in the Ramshead lodge, much better quality in the Peak Lodge, but there the grill line was very slow.
Written February 25, 2020
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A lot of our guests love the terrain on Snowdon; happy to hear you found your way over there during your stay! It's true, we don't have snowmaking to cover the entire mountain - our snowmaking covers roughly 60% of the mountain and we typically groom about 40 miles of terrain a night when fully open.
Written March 5, 2020
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gary1217
Pomona, NY27 contributions
Mar 2021 • Family
Went in late March (not February) with wife and kids. Was nervous to go in the spring due to warm weather but the trip turned out to be spectacular. Spring skiing is amazing. No crowds at all and the warm weather was a plus! I put the kids in with a ski instructor and never having had a formal lesson myself, Brad, our instructor, recommended I join. Not only did he up my game, he had my 2 novice kids skiing in intermediate level blue trails during the first day! I couldn’t believe it. The second day was even better. He was great. I call Brad the Bob Ross of ski instructors! He has patience, is a bit philosophical, great sense of humor, is just fantastic with kids, full of similes so the kids can understand, and he can immediately pick out incorrect technique and show you how to correct it.
Brad- thanks a million!
On our last day we skied as a family. And a family that skis together - stays together!
Brad- thanks a million!
On our last day we skied as a family. And a family that skis together - stays together!
Written March 28, 2021
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smvNYC
New York City, NY184 contributions
Jan 2022
There is no doubt that Killington tries to meet the expectations of a a variety of people, from advanced skiers or snowboarders to family day trippers. Put this also next to the large size and one can expect some rough edges.
However, it does not make any sense not to have clear markings as you make your way to the base. Once there, it does not make any sense to have to wait 30 minutes to get your equipment (including most time to simply having your pass read) despite having booked the rentals much earlier. It also does not make any sense to describe the kids ski school as responsive to the skier's level. Our kid spent the day mostly waiting for slower skiers and never going on the trails at levels he was promised (despite the instructor saying this every 30 minutes). Put this next to a very inflexible customer service organization that was not helpful when changes were needed.
The snow was great, and if the resort would improve on how they share information and how the work with the customers, a better experience would have been had. Will we give them another try? Maybe.
However, it does not make any sense not to have clear markings as you make your way to the base. Once there, it does not make any sense to have to wait 30 minutes to get your equipment (including most time to simply having your pass read) despite having booked the rentals much earlier. It also does not make any sense to describe the kids ski school as responsive to the skier's level. Our kid spent the day mostly waiting for slower skiers and never going on the trails at levels he was promised (despite the instructor saying this every 30 minutes). Put this next to a very inflexible customer service organization that was not helpful when changes were needed.
The snow was great, and if the resort would improve on how they share information and how the work with the customers, a better experience would have been had. Will we give them another try? Maybe.
Written January 18, 2022
This review is the subjective opinion of a Tripadvisor member and not of TripAdvisor LLC.
Matt
Greenwich, CT6 contributions
Dec 2021
The childrens ski school at Killington leaves a lot to be desired. I dropped off two boys (aged 7 and 9) with instructions on their very different skill levels. They ended up being placed in the same group where the younger brother was struggling to keep up and the older brother was bored. The second day of our trip, I made a point that the 9 year old needed a greater challenge and the staff assured me that we would be appropriatly matched to his skill level. For the second day in a row he wasted his time with younger kids who could not keep up with him. Killington's ski school neither listens to the parents of their students nor cares to appropriately engage them to learn and grow as skiirs. It has been a pretty spectacular fail on several fronts.
Written December 19, 2021
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kate m
1 contribution
Feb 2021 • Family
I have been skiing Killington for years and I love the mountain. The conditions were great this time as well and the trails are amazing. However, the employees were absolutely Terrible!! Rude, arrogant and entitled. It was almost as if they were annoyed they had to be there. The thirty minute time limit in the lodges is a new rule because of Covid. And okay I get that. But when you have a five year old, seven year old and an eleven year old with type one diabetes a manager should be able to make an exception. I asked for an extra ten minutes and he told me no and proceeded to literally kick me out of the Peak lodge. This was at 2:30 in the afternoon with over half of the tables empty and no line to get in. I am a business owner and I would NEVER treat a customer like that. I understand it is COVID Vermont rule. Well Vermont is now a place I won’t return.
Written February 21, 2021
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first-tymer
Allendale, NJ237 contributions
Feb 2020
Great place for any level of skiing or snowboarding. Tons of trails and many varied typed of lifts. Even with this year of undependable snow they are able to keep things going with their snow making and grooming. Gets really crowded on weekends. Best if you can get their during the week and lift tickets are more of a "bargain". Very expensive, lift tickets are $126 a day. And be prepared for the $20 hamburger and fries too. But thats the cost of skiing in this area.
Written February 10, 2020
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Andy D
Hudson, MA132 contributions
Jan 2021 • Family
Great 2 days at the mountain! We rented equipment that went very smooth! The rfid one pass that allows you to fly thru the lift lines is the best! Make sure to keep the pass away from your cell phone so the signal dosnt get jumbled. There is tap water in the lodges so bring your water bottles inside to fill up. Covid policy is very good and I felt safe and they were enforcing the rules!!!! Trail conditions were great, lines were short and some of the best sking in years!
Written January 4, 2021
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hanonoymous
Miami Beach, FL2 contributions
Feb 2021
I am writing this review after several attempts via phone and email to get a refund.
I purchased a 3 day lift ticket prior to coming up to Killington Mountain and fully expected to ride all of the days. Unfortunately, I was injured on the first day. I ended up riding the second day but made a decision to not go on the third day. When I called to get a refund I was told that after 10 AM they can only give a voucher for a lift ticket to come back. I explained that I was going to try to go but I couldn’t and made a late decision, then asked if they could see I didn’t go. They told me they could see I didn’t go but their system wouldn’t allow a refund.
I explained there is no guarantee I would come back within 54 weeks, but they said they would not refund it. I think it’s terrible customer service to not refund someone’s money that did not receive the service/experience that was paid for. I spent a lot of money to come up, at restaurants, retail shops, etc. while I was in town.
After this experience, I would not visit Killington Mountain again but instead would go to another mountain where I have experienced exceptional customer service.
I purchased a 3 day lift ticket prior to coming up to Killington Mountain and fully expected to ride all of the days. Unfortunately, I was injured on the first day. I ended up riding the second day but made a decision to not go on the third day. When I called to get a refund I was told that after 10 AM they can only give a voucher for a lift ticket to come back. I explained that I was going to try to go but I couldn’t and made a late decision, then asked if they could see I didn’t go. They told me they could see I didn’t go but their system wouldn’t allow a refund.
I explained there is no guarantee I would come back within 54 weeks, but they said they would not refund it. I think it’s terrible customer service to not refund someone’s money that did not receive the service/experience that was paid for. I spent a lot of money to come up, at restaurants, retail shops, etc. while I was in town.
After this experience, I would not visit Killington Mountain again but instead would go to another mountain where I have experienced exceptional customer service.
Written February 14, 2021
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Eddie M
Milford, CT86 contributions
Mar 2021 • Friends
Skied for 1 day at Killington - conditions were stunning and lift infrastructure made it easy to get around the mountain. Great selection of runs and staff very friendly in directing you to the best trails.
Parking and ticket collection was quick and convenient. Rental service was friendly although equipment was well worn and I would recommend off site if skiing for more than 1 day.
Only negative was quality off food. Very few options “due to covid”. $20 for a very average hot dog.
Parking and ticket collection was quick and convenient. Rental service was friendly although equipment was well worn and I would recommend off site if skiing for more than 1 day.
Only negative was quality off food. Very few options “due to covid”. $20 for a very average hot dog.
Written March 14, 2021
This review is the subjective opinion of a Tripadvisor member and not of TripAdvisor LLC.
Christine P
Boston, MA8 contributions
When do lifts close? Operating schedule says 8am - 4pm, but does this mean the lifts close at 4pm or 30 mins prior?
Thanks
Minerva A
Bronx, NY13 contributions
Hi, the day I went to Killington the lift were working because I was there for a Spartan Race with my son. For a more accurate answer I suggest to call Killington Ski Resort. Hope I was some help!!!
Rick
1 contribution
Where can I go at Killington Vermont for New Years Eve with my wife and 4 teen girls?
Minerva A
Bronx, NY13 contributions
Hi , when we went to Killington, it was to see my son compete on a Spartan Race, The Killington Ski Resort were the race was held was just breathtaking, I imagine in the winter those mountains fill of snow and if you and your family like winter activities, that’s the right place to go. Hope I was helpful.
Mimi0137
Miami Springs, FL2 contributions
Hi Christopher my family and I want to Visit Vermont in January, we are from Miami and I you know we don't see snow very much lol. we want to go tubbing since we don't ski. I know you dont recommend the Killigton resort, is there anywhere else we can go tubing? thank you.
Bubbartzky
Killington, VT221 contributions
I've been skiing here for 50 years and have lived here for the past 17 years. I see no reason why someone would not recommend Killington as a place to visit. The tubing park should be open in January, the resort is not crowded except on the MLK holiday weekend, and there are plenty of other things to do in the area as well. Granted, Killington is not "quintessential small town Vermont" but, still, it is a nice place to visit. Use Killington as your base and visit Woodstock and Quechee, drive north or south on scenic Route 100 and enjoy all that the Killington region has to offer. Who knows? You might even give skiing a try by taking a basic introductory lesson. Hope that helps.
Hi I’m looking to book a trip in January for a ski trip. There’s 4-6 of us and we want a ski in and ski out cabin or lodge or condominium of some sort. Are there any that are a little ways up the mountain? I couldn’t find any that aren’t at the bottom right next to the lift.
timemarches
Park Ridge, NJ87 contributions
Sunrise is on the back side side of the resort; on Bear Mountain. It is miles from all the restaurants and other apres' ski activities and it takes a long time to navigate by lifts to the main/front side of the resort if that is where you want to ski. Look at the complexes on East Mountain Road. Some are walk-to/ski- home. Some are economical and two have private Clubhouses with pools Then there is the Grand if you want a hotel atmosphere. Personally, I prefer to feel more like I am "in the mountains" by choosing a smaller, quieter complex set in the trees.
Bill H
Elmhurst, IL4 contributions
We will be here at the end of September for a wedding and noticed there is no air conditioner in the 1 bedroom condo should we look for another place or is it cool enough in September not to worry about it.
timemarches
Park Ridge, NJ87 contributions
It most likely will be cool at night and warm during the days.
May rain some.
Also depends if you are in a ground floor or upper floor condo.
wladmarinho
Ilhabela, SP
Olá, qual o valor médio do LIFT na temporada de inverno (final de fevereiro) para snow ??
Robert W
Toronto, Canada104 contributions
February is the best month for snow everywhere in North America. Killington is quite good every season and even in times of very little snow, there is always enough to ski on.
Beware on all east coast ski resorts like Killington, if it does not snow for a few days then the existing snow is very icy.
Killington is one of the better east coast ski resorts for getting more fresh snow. Mont Tremblant is much worse and ALWAYS icy.
Just come to Killington in Feb and enjoy. Life is short, so enjoy regardless even if it is not perfect.
pri_fuller
Sao Paulo, SP38 contributions
Hello! I'd like to know when will prices for next season be available. We are planning on going next November and we would like to know when can we start booking hotels, lift tickets and equipment rental. Also, will we be able to ski in mid november (like 15th - 20th)? I've seen many people saying you got a nice early season in Killington, but still a bit unsure... Unfortunatelly we only got vacations during november. Thanks! =)
Bubbartzky
Killington, VT221 contributions
Season pass prices are out but I know that's not what you're looking for. With regard to daily lift ticket prices, hotel and equipment rental prices, those won't be out for some time but I'd count on this past season's pricing plus several percent. Going with a 5% increase plus or minus would probably be a safe bet.
Skiing in November is always hit or miss but, in New England, Killington is often the only game in town. You can count on at least several trails being open at the upper level of the mountain but you may have some walking to do and the trails are for intermediate and advanced skiers and riders only. I suspect, given your need for rental equipment, you might not be at the level needed for early season skiing and riding as open trails are blue and black diamond only.
Hope that helps.
Frequently Asked Questions about Killington Resort
- Hotels near Killington Resort:
- (0.76 mi) Killington Grand Resort Hotel
- (0.50 mi) Sunrise Condominiums
- (1.78 mi) Birch Ridge Inn
- (4.78 mi) Red Clover Inn
- (5.10 mi) The Vermont Inn
- Restaurants near Killington Resort:
- (1.99 mi) Liquid Art Coffeehouse and Eatery
- (2.06 mi) Casey's Caboose
- (1.39 mi) Look Out Tavern
- (0.77 mi) Preston's
- (1.48 mi) Domenic's Pizzeria
- Attractions near Killington Resort:
- (0.00 mi) Outback/Nightspot
- (0.07 mi) Roaring Brook Umbrella Bar
- (0.17 mi) Killington Golf Course
- (0.62 mi) Killington - Pico Adventure Center
- (2.84 mi) Appalachian Trail Adventures