Killington Peak facts for kids
Quick facts for kids Killington Peak |
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Killington Peak seen from Pico Peak
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| Highest point | |
| Elevation | 4,229 ft (1,289 m) NAVD 88 |
| Prominence | 3,315 ft (1,010 m) |
| Listing | New England 4,000 footers #5 New England Fifty Finest |
| Geography | |
| Location | Rutland County, Vermont, U.S. |
| Parent range | Coolidge Range |
| Topo map | USGS Killington Peak |
Killington Peak is a very tall mountain in Vermont, USA. It is the second highest mountain in the entire Green Mountains range. You can find it in south-central Vermont, just east of the city of Rutland.
This mountain is an important stop on two famous hiking trails: the Long Trail and the Appalachian Trail. If you are hiking south on the Appalachian Trail, Killington Peak is the last mountain over 4,000 feet (about 1,200 meters) you will see until you reach Virginia.
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Explore Killington Peak
Killington Peak is home to the famous Killington Ski Resort. This resort is often called "the beast of the east" because it's so big and has lots of challenging slopes!
Reaching the Summit
Even if you don't ski, you can still reach the top of Killington Peak. A special gondola (like a cable car) takes people up the mountain. It runs in winter for skiers, and also in summer and fall. In the fall, many people ride the gondola to see the beautiful autumn leaves.
At the very top, there's a cozy lodge. It has a restaurant and a bar where you can enjoy amazing views of the surrounding mountains.
A Look Back in Time
Did you know that Killington Peak had a different name a long time ago?
Mountain's Old Name
Back in 1763, this mountain was known as Pisgah. Over the years, the area around Killington (which was also called Sherburne) has changed a lot.
Where Hikers Stayed
In the past, people visiting the mountain might have slept in barns or on barroom floors! They would travel from nearby towns like Rutland or Woodstock.
Today, things are much more comfortable. The area around Killington has over 120 places to stay. These include inns, lodges, and even condominium complexes. On busy winter weekends, more than 60,000 tourists can stay in this part of Vermont!
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