Killington Peak

Location:

South Central Vermont, east of Rutland
Near the town of Sherburne Center, VT

Driving (one way from Nashua, NH):

Distance: 130 miles
Time: 2 1/2 hours
Parking: at roadside
Roads:
- Everett Turnpike north
- Route 93 north
- Route 89 west
- Route 4 west
- Wheelerville Road

Hiking (round trip):

Distance: 7 miles
Time: 6 hours
Trail: Bucklin Trail
Trail Guide: Hiker's Guide to the Mountains of Vermont

Summit:

Rocky summit with wide views
Height: 4241 feet
Wikipedia description: Killington Peak

Winter Accessibility:

Access road (Wheelerville Road) may be closed in winter, requiring a longer hike via the Long Trail
Trails may be closed in "mud season" (April 15 - May 30)

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