Killington (4235′) is the highest peak in the Coolidge Range. The Bucklin Trail is located on the western side and is the most direct approach to the summit.
At Brewer’s Corners parking lot navigate to the Bucklin Trail. The trail gradually follows an old road for about 2 miles before leaving the road and beginning a steadier climb to intersect with the Long Trail (3.3 mi). Turn right to follow the Long Trail south for a short distance to Cooper Lodge. Cooper Lodge is the highest overnight structure on the Long Trail at 3,900’. After the lodge, take the spur trail on the left to reach the summit. The spur trail is only 0.2 mi to the summit, but is extremely steep and may require some scrambling. The open, rocky summit affords fantastic 360 views (3.6 mi). To return, take the spur trail back down to Cooper Lodge, continuing onto the Long Trail till meeting up with Bucklin (7.2 mi).
