Killington prepares for spring: longest season in the East and Superstar lift replacement

Audi FIS Ski World Cup to return in 2026

Killington Resort, the largest ski and snowboard resort in Eastern North America, has announced plans for the replacement of its Superstar Express Quad and outlined its spring skiing operations for 2025. The 38-year-old Superstar lift will close to the public on April 13, making way for a new high-speed six-passenger lift set to debut in December 2025. 

World Cup moves for 2025

Due to the Superstar lift replacement, the Audi FIS Ski World Cup will relocate to Copper Mountain, Colorado, for Thanksgiving Weekend 2025. The event is expected to return to Killington in 2026.

Superstar lift replacement timeline

Once the lift is turned over to Doppelmayr, removal is expected to take six weeks, with much of the work occurring on snow to minimize environmental impact. Grooming tractors will be used to access terrain that traditional construction vehicles cannot reach. While Superstar trail will be closed during this period, other trails will remain accessible via Launch Pad. 

The entire project is expected to take eight months

“While we know spring skiing and riding will look a little different this year, this $12 million investment will elevate the guest experience for decades to come,” said Mike Solimano, president & CEO of Killington Resort. “That said, we’re still committed to hosting the longest ski season in the East and will stay open as long as Mother Nature allows.”

Spring skiing plans

Despite the Superstar lift closure, Killington remains committed to spring skiing and will continue lift service in other areas:

K-1 Gondola: Open daily through May 11, with access to North Ridge and the Canyon.

Snowdon Triple & Canyon lifts: Operating Friday–Sunday after May 11, conditions permitting.

Bear Mountain lifts: Expected to run until mid-to-late April.

Snowdon Six Express & Ramshead Express Quad: Running through April 20.

Snowmaking efforts: Focused on Double Dipper, Downdraft, and Lower East Fall (Canyon area), with additional snow made on Rime and Reason (North Ridge area) to extend the season.

Spring Pass details

Killington offers a Spring Pass for unlimited skiing from March 14 through the end of the season. It goes on sale Feb. 22 for $359. 

Commemorating Superstar’s Quad

To honor the Superstar Express Quad’s legacy, Killington encourages skiers and riders to complete 87 rides on the lift this season—matching the year it was built (1987). Those who complete achievements in the Killington App will be entered to win the first ride on the new Superstar Six chairlift next season.

For more information, visit: killington.com.