Boston Globe Magazine – Killington’s independent era is starting. Will it change skiing in New England?
Summary
Killington Resort’s sale from POWDR to a group of local investors marks a significant shift in New England skiing, fueling optimism for a more authentic, community-driven mountain experience.
While Killington remains one of the largest ski areas in the East, the change in ownership has sparked broader conversation about independence, long-term investment, and how mountains balance scale, capital needs, and skier experience.
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This broader shift toward local ownership and independence at Killington directly strengthens the long-term value proposition of Base Camp at Bear Mountain.
The Globe highlights how independence allows resorts to prioritize long-term vision over short-term scale. Base Camp at Bear Mountain aligns with this philosophy by delivering a limited, thoughtfully planned slopeside community rather than high-density expansion.
As skiers and buyers increasingly seek experiences that feel personal, accessible, and rooted, Base Camp at Bear Mountain benefits from being part of an independently guided Killington—one where lifestyle, not volume, shapes growth.