Summer Activities

Visit Grafton Ponds in the summer and you will agree, there is nothing more beautiful than Vermont in the summertime.

From Memorial Day weekend through late fall, we are open daily for mountain biking and hiking and a myriad of other activities. Rates and details.

Whether its a leg burner cross country mountain bike trek, or a leisurely hike along the hilly landscape, you'll enjoy Grafton Ponds. Our base lodge offers a retail shop, lessons, bike rentals and repairs. With nearly 2,000 acres of trails, we have much to offer all abilities.

We are happy to bring back our popular Environmental Adventure Day Camps for kids age five through 16 years. We offer six week-long day camps full of mountain biking and environmental adventure, where pure fun and active education are key. Each day is filled with a diverse mix of challenging activities where kids experience the richness of Vermont's backyard. 

New for 2008

Bike Terrain Park

Check out our new bike terrain park for mountain bikes and BMX bikes. More to come soon!

Mountain Bike & Trail Running Race Series

These two new event series are offered weekly from June through the summer. All ages and abilities welcome!

Guided Excursions

Our new guided excursions are a great way to spend a morning or afternoon in Grafton. We are happy to coordinate large and small groups. Trips/tours will be matched to the group’s abilities and preferences.

Canoe Excursion, Saturdays
Experience the beauty of southern Vermont’s wildlife, flora, fauna and magical views. Our canoe trips will take you on an excursion on one of southern Vermont’s many rivers, streams and lakes. Trips depart at The Old Tavern at 9 a.m. and return by 3 p.m. Lunch is included. $75 pp.

Canoe trips offered June 23 - Sept. 6.

Bike Ride, Saturdays
Enjoy a scenic road bike ride with The Old Tavern Innkeeper Kevin O'Donnell touring through the scenic Grafton area. Rides originate from The Old Tavern and begin at 9:00 am. $25 pp.

Biking offered July 5 - Aug. 2.

Fly Fishing Clinic, Saturdays
From line management to proper gear for different situations, this 1.5 hour fly fishing clinic will cover the basic techniques of this exciting sport. Classes start at 9:30 a.m. Meet in the base lodge. $125 pp.

Fly fishing classes offered from June 28 - Oct. 11.

Guided Hike/Walk, Sundays
Start your day with a beautiful hike (or walk) on the Grafton Ponds trails or through the village of Grafton. Enjoy gardens, brooks, animal tracks and more. All hikes start at 10 a.m. and finish at an appropriate time (due to length and difficulty of the adventure). $10 pp.

Guided walks/hikes offered June 23 - Sept. 6.

Costs are associated with excursions and reservations are necessary. Contact us at 802-843-2400 or
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