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Vermont, United States

Killington Ski Resort

Typically opens in ~72 daysLate October

Season dates, 155 trails, lift pass pricing, and monthly snow conditions

Snow Sure

4,241ft

Peak Elevation

3,050ft

Vertical Drop

155

Trails

250"

Annual Snow

Overview

Killington is a ski resort in Vermont, United States, with an elevation range from 1,165ft (355m) to 4,241ft (1293m). The vertical drop is 3,050ft (930m) across 155 trails served by 22 lifts and 1,509 skiable acres. The nearest airport is Rutland Southern Vermont (RUT), about 35 minutes away by car. Killington receives an average of 250 inches of snowfall annually.

Season Overview

Season Timeline

Late October to Late May

JanFebMarAprMayJunJulAugSepOctNovDec
Opens: Late OctoberCloses: Late May
Peak Open Early Late Closed

Snow Conditions

55cm(22in)Moderate

Average snowfall in January, Killington's snowiest peak-season month.

250"

Annual Snowfall

(635cm)

-7°C

January Avg High

-17°C

January Avg Low

Snowmaking covers 73% of the terrain, supplementing natural snowfall.

Monthly Snowfall

Monthly Snowfall

250"

annual avg

55
Jan
50
Feb
45
Mar
15
Apr
3
May
Jun
Jul
Aug
Sep
10
Oct
35
Nov
50
Dec
Peak Open Early Latecm/month

Terrain & Trails

155

Total Trails

22

Lifts

1,509

Skiable Acres

3,050ft

Vertical Drop

Trail Difficulty Breakdown

28%
Beginner: 43 trails
33%
Intermediate: 51 trails
21%
Advanced: 33 trails
18%
Expert: 28 trails
28%Beginner (43)
33%Intermediate (51)
21%Advanced (33)
18%Expert (28)

Killington has 155 trails: 28% green, 33% blue, 21% black, and 18% double-black. With 28% of terrain rated green, beginner-rated trails make up a large share of Killington.

Lift System & Elevation

22

Total Lifts

3,050ft

Vertical Drop

930m

(3,050ft)

Elevation Profile

4,241ft

Peak

1,165ft

Base

Price Trends

Price Trends

Day pass pricing across the season

$149

avg/day

$175
Jan
$175
Feb
$159
Mar
$129
Apr
$109
May
Jun
Jul
Aug
Sep
$119
Oct
$139
Nov
$185
Dec
Peak Shoulder Off-PeakBest value: May ($109)

Best Month to Visit Killington

Top Pick

January

Solid snowPeak conditions
63
score
55cm
Moderate
$175/day

January offers the best overall balance of snowfall, crowd levels, and pricing at Killington, based on this guide's month-by-month scoring. Snowfall this month averages 55cm. Crowd levels are moderate.

Runner-Up

February

50cm snow, moderate crowds, $175/day.

Best Value

May

$109/day, 3cm snow, very low crowds.

Monthly Conditions

Monthly Conditions

Best Month

January

Peak Season

55cm

snowfall

-7°/-17°

high/low °C

crowds

$175

day pass

February

Peak Season

50cm

snowfall

-5°/-15°

high/low °C

crowds

$175

day pass

March

Open

45cm

snowfall

1°/-9°

high/low °C

crowds

$159

day pass

April

Late Season

15cm

snowfall

8°/-2°

high/low °C

crowds

$129

day pass

May

Late Season

3cm

snowfall

15°/4°

high/low °C

crowds

$109

day pass

October

Early Season

10cm

snowfall

9°/0°

high/low °C

crowds

$119

day pass

November

Early Season

35cm

snowfall

2°/-7°

high/low °C

crowds

$139

day pass

December

Open

50cm

snowfall

-4°/-14°

high/low °C

crowds

$185

day pass

Monthly conditions are based on historical averages. Actual conditions vary year to year. Click on any month for detailed conditions, crowd levels, and packing tips for Killington.

Lift Passes & Pricing

Adult Day Pass

$159

per day

Season Pass

$699

full season

Multi-Resort Pass Inclusion:

Ikon

Day pass pricing varies by date and ticket type; check the resort's official site for current rates. Killington is included on the Ikon pass.

Getting to Killington

Nearest Airport

Rutland Southern Vermont (RUT)

Approx. 35 min drive

Location

Vermont, United States 🇺🇸

43.6046°N, 72.8205°W

Killington is within an hour's drive of Rutland Southern Vermont.

Frequently Asked Questions

When does Killington open for the season?
Killington typically opens in Late October and closes in Late May. Exact dates vary year to year, so check the resort's official site before booking travel.
How much is a day lift pass at Killington?
A day lift pass at Killington starts at $159 per day. Prices vary by date and ticket type, so check the resort's official site for current rates.
Is Killington good for beginners?
Yes, 28% of Killington's trails are rated green (beginner terrain).
How much snow does Killington get per year?
Killington receives an average of 250 inches of snowfall per year. Snowmaking covers 73% of the terrain, supplementing natural snowfall.
What is the best month to ski at Killington?
January is the highest-scoring month to ski at Killington in this guide's month-by-month ranking of snowfall, crowd levels, and lift pass pricing. It averages 55cm of snowfall and moderate crowd levels.

Quick Stats

Elevation Range
1,165 - 4,241ft
Vertical Drop
3,050ft (930m)
Trails
155
Lifts
22
Skiable Acres
1,509
Annual Snowfall
250" (635cm)
Season
Late October - Late May
Day Pass
$159
Nearest Airport
RUT (35min)

Monthly Guides

JanFebMarAprMayOctNovDec

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