Killington’s Ledgewood Yurt Is Back — And It Changes Midday Ski Plans

ByKillington Expert

If you’ve skied Killington for a while, you already know the Ledgewood Yurt. It’s been a go-to lunch stop for years — ski in, ski out, warm up, eat something legit, then get back out there.

After an ice storm last spring wiped out the old yurt, a lot of people figured that might be the end of it. Turns out Killington didn’t drag its feet. Nine months later, the Ledgewood Yurt is back and reopening Thursday, January 9, and it’s not just a rebuild — it’s an upgrade.

What Actually Changed This Season

The setup is still the same at its core:
ski-in, ski-out, no lifts required, and right where you want it during a long day on the mountain.

But there are a few changes worth knowing before you head out.

New Access Trail

You can still get there the old way via Northbrook Trail off Snowshed Slope, but there’s now a brand-new blue trail cut specifically for the Yurt.

  • It’s called the Ledgewood Yurt Trail
  • Skier’s left of High Road
  • Patrol helped cut it over the summer

If you’re into uphill travel, there’s also a newly opened uphill route on looker’s right of Snowshed Slope, so you can get there without riding a lift at all.

Brand New Building, Same Size — Better Feel

The building itself is completely new this season. Same overall capacity, but the inside feels tighter and more comfortable.

Killington listened to feedback and:

  • Switched to smaller tables
  • Made the space feel more relaxed and less cafeteria-like
  • Replaced everything — chairs, tables, décor, signage

There’s also a new Ledgewood Yurt logo on menus and signs, designed in-house.

It feels more like a place you actually want to sit for a bit — not rush through.

The Food: Not Just “Mountain Lunch”

This is where the upgrade really shows.

Executive Chef Will Klinkenberger describes the menu as “French cuisine mixed with alpine comfort.” That sounds fancy, but in practice it means:

  • Familiar stuff done better
  • A mix of quick lunch options and sit-down plates
  • Some returning favorites, plus new additions

Most of the dairy and greens are sourced locally, with the rest coming from regional suppliers like Black River Produce and Upper Valley Produce.

It’s still a ski lunch — just one that doesn’t feel thrown together.

Reservations vs Walk-Ins (Important)

This part matters, especially on weekends.

  • Reservations are available online
  • Limited walk-in seating during operating hours

If you’re skiing Killington on a busy Saturday and want to eat here, don’t wing it. Book ahead.

Why This Matters for a Killington Weekend

Places like the Ledgewood Yurt shape how the whole day flows. When lunch is easier and better, people ski longer, stay in better moods, and don’t bail early.

That usually leads to:

  • More time on the mountain
  • Fewer people heading home early
  • Better nights once the mountain closes

And if you’re in Killington for a weekend trip or bachelor party, it’s exactly the kind of mid-day stop that keeps the whole crew moving.

Final Take

Killington didn’t just rebuild the Ledgewood Yurt — they improved it without overcomplicating it.

Same idea. Better execution.

If you’re skiing Killington this winter, it’s worth checking out — especially now that it’s officially back in rotation.

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