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Killington, Vermont
1Central Vermont · Killington

Killington

Ikon Pass

The Beast of the East — big and lively

🍺 Aprés: The Pickle Barrel · Lively nightlife

Six peaks, the longest season in the East and a buzzing après scene. If you want maximum variety and terrain, Killington delivers. Killington has everything from fresh corduroy to steep unmarked glades, and just about everything inbetween.

5.4/ 10
Cruiser's choice
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Mountain specs
Day ticket
$129–$209
Vertical
3,050 ft
Acres
1,509
Trails / lifts
155 / 22
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Sugarbush, Vermont
2Central Vermont · Warren

Sugarbush

Ikon Pass

Two mountains, Mad River Valley charm

🍺 Aprés: Lawson's Finest Liquids · Craft beer haven

Lincoln Peak and Mt. Ellen together offer everything from mellow cruisers to Castlerock's tight, rugged lines — with a cozy valley full of farm-to-table dining.

5.1/ 10
Cruiser's choice
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Mountain specs
Day ticket
$119–$189
Vertical
2,600 ft
Acres
581
Trails / lifts
111 / 16
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Stratton, Vermont
3Southern Vermont · Stratton Mountain

Stratton

Ikon Pass

Refined Tyrolean village, flawless groomers

🍺 Aprés: Green Door Pub · Village après

Southern Vermont's tallest peak, with a pedestrian alpine village, high-speed six-packs and impeccably groomed cruisers.

5.1/ 10
Cruiser's choice
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Mountain specs
Day ticket
$129–$199
Vertical
2,003 ft
Acres
670
Trails / lifts
99 / 11
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Pico Mountain, Vermont
4Central Vermont · Killington

Pico Mountain

Ikon Pass

Old-school sister to Killington

🍺 Aprés: McGrath's Irish Pub · Fireside pub

Killington's quieter sibling: classic New England trails, fewer crowds and a friendly, local feel at a friendlier price.

4.7/ 10
Solid all-round option
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Mountain specs
Day ticket
$79–$119
Vertical
1,967 ft
Acres
214
Trails / lifts
57 / 7
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