Grafton Trails & Outdoor Center
A vacation destination for every season
At Grafton Trails & Outdoor Center, you’ll find activities, recreation, and events sure to entertain the entire family. Delight in skiing, snowshoeing, tubing, fat biking, and sleigh rides in the winter, or visit in the summer for mountain biking, swimming, hiking, and canoeing.
Guests of The Grafton Inn:
As a stay-inclusive amenity, guests have full, all-inclusive access of the trails and rental equipment. Please inquire at the Front Desk about using the trails during the week. The trails are always open to Inn guests, regardless of cabin hours. Rentals are available Monday through Thursday and advanced registration of rental equipment is encouraged.
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Learn MoreCabin Fall Hours
(After Labor Day):
Friday: 12-4 PM
Saturday: 9-4 PM
Sunday: 9-2 PM
In addition to normal hours:
Sept. 1: 9-4 PM
Sept. 2 (Labor Day): 9-4 PM
Oct. 14 (Columbus Day): 9-4 PM
Trail Map & Conditions
View our trail reports and maps for biking, hiking, and cross-country skiing.
Summer Camps
Summer is even better when it’s spent exploring the outdoors at Grafton Trails. Learn more about our popular Summer Camp for kids.
Outdoor Center Policies
Learn more about the general and dog-friendly policies we follow at the Grafton Trails & Outdoor Center.
Mountain Biking
Pedal your way through miles of mountain biking trails. Whether you’re a beginner or advanced rider, we have trails to accommodate all skill levels.
Hiking
Swap out the snowshoes for hiking boots and explore the Grafton Trails & Outdoor Center grounds. Our miles of hiking trails are a perfect way to get fresh air and appreciate the beauty of Vermont.
Disc Golf
Add a little challenge to your typical disc game with our Disc Golf course.
Winter Activities
at the Outdoor Center
Fat Biking
Don’t stop pedaling once the winter coats come out! Enjoy miles of groomed fat biking trails and bike rentals right here at Grafton Trails & Outdoor Center.
Tubing
Not to brag, but we may have the best tubing hill around. Get ready for an exhilarating ride, but be warned — you’ll want to repeat the process again and again.
Cross-Country Skiing
Glide into the winter spirit with a cross-country ski outing. Warm up with laps in front of the Outdoor Center before taking to the trails as you explore our snowy landscape.
Snowshoeing
Clear your afternoon and strap on the snowshoes — our trails are guaranteed to deliver a dazzling display of peaceful and scenic sights.
CONTACT
783 Townshend Road
Grafton, VT 05146
(get directions)
(802) 843-2350
info@graftonponds.com
Cover Photo: GarrentTee Photography
MEET OUR TEAM
Kim – Director of Sports
I grew up in southern NH and have been involved with outdoor recreation since I was a child. Throughout my youth I was an active skier and horseback rider. I attended Johnson State College, where I graduated with a BS in Environmental Science: Natural Resources. Afterwards, I spent several years living in the Northeast Kingdom and exploring the northern Green Mountains while working as a horse trainer and instructor.
In 2004, I moved to Alaska where I built a career around outdoor recreation. I worked as an interpretive guide for the US Forest Service, leading backcountry hikes and narrating tours throughout the Prince William Sound region. I also joined the National Ski Patrol which led to my involvement in the training of search and rescue dogs and furthering my experience and knowledge within the search and rescue community.
I am truly passionate about enabling people to enjoy the outdoor environment. My goal as the manager of Grafton Trails & Outdoor Center is to provide an accessible avenue for everyone to feel comfortable enjoying themselves in the great outdoors.
Angelika – Nordic Ski Instructor
I have been on skis for longer than I can remember. I participated in a few local ski programs and began competitively racing classic and skate in high school. I have ranked high in women’s high school nordic competitions within the state and throughout Southern Vermont. I have experience teaching skiers of various ages and ability levels throughout New England. I am always excited to share the joys and knowledge of Nordic skiing in hopes that others will make it a lifelong passion.