Fall Things to Do Near Killington
Fall brings peak foliage to the Green Mountains, with hiking trails and scenic drives within a short distance of Trail Creek 74.
Scenic Drives
- Route 100: The 216-mile route takes you through rolling hills, charming villages and incredible fall foliage, with landmarks, trails, lakes, vistas and small towns along the way.
- Route 4 East: Head towards Woodstock and the Ottauquechee River. You’ll pass farm stands, orchards, covered bridges, ravines and stunning viewpoints.
- Thundering Brook Road: A turnoff between Pico and Killington leads to this gravel road, which passes beneath a tree tunnel, through mountain views and by a local fishing spot.
- River Fork Road: A short drive off Thundering Brook Road, it circles back to Route 100 and runs parallel to the Ottauquechee River.
Farms and Orchards
Apples, pumpkins and a corn maze are all within a short drive.
| Farm | Address | Apples | Pumpkins | Also |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Hathaway Farm | 741 Prospect Hill Rd, Rutland | ✓ | Massive corn maze (its outline can only be fully seen from above) and pick-your-own sunflowers | |
| Mendon Mountain Orchards | 1894 US Rte. 4, Mendon | ✓ | ✓ | |
| Cobble Knoll Orchard | 1672 East Road, Benson | ✓ | ||
| Moore’s Orchard | 100 Johnson Rd, North Pomfret | ✓ | ||
| Sugar Hill Berrie Farm | 3237 Sugar Hill Road, East Wallingford | ✓ |
Farmers’ Markets
| Town | Day and time |
|---|---|
| Rutland | Saturdays, 9 a.m.–2 p.m. |
| Woodstock | Wednesdays, 3–8 p.m. |
| Brandon | 9:30 a.m.–2:30 p.m., through Oct. 4, 2026 |
See Also
- Hiking — our favorite trails near Killington, organized by difficulty.
- Mountain Biking — lift-served trails at K1 Lodge, a short drive from Trail Creek 74.