Thank you, landowners!

​With the generous support of our landowner partners throughout the Mad River Valley, we have amazing places to hike, ride, ski and snowshoe. Meet some of our benefactors in the Vermont Mountain Bike Association's landowner appreciation video. 
The Mad River Riders' nearly 60 miles of trails link and loop throughout the Mad River Valley, connecting our special places with fun and sustainable biking, hiking, skiing, and snowshoeing routes for all abilities. Check out the beginner-friendly and expert-fun Blueberry Lake trails in the Green Mountain National Forest, classic technical trails at Eurich Pond, Chase Brook Town Forest, Camel's Hump and Phen Basin State Forests, and flowy classics starting at Lareau Farm.

The Mad River Riders are a founding chapter of the Vermont Mountain Bike Association and have helped create a broad coalition of landowners, land managers, and recreation and conservation groups. We are also a key part of the Velomont collaborative working to link VMBA networks throughout the state.

We have official partnerships with:
  • The USFS - Green Mountain National Forest
  • VT Forests, Parks & Recreation 
  • Towns of Fayston, Moretown, Waitsfield, and Warren
  • Dozens of private landowners
  • Catamount Trail Association
  • Mad River Path Association
  • Vermont Association of Snow Travelers
  • Vermont Land Trust
  • Trust for Public Land
  • Mad River Valley Planning District
  • Mad River Valley Recreation District
  • Mad River Valley Community Fund
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Through these collaborations, we are able to build and maintain the largest and most popular multi-use trail network in the Mad River Valley. We work hard to produce thoughtful, well-planned new trail builds every season to better connect the existing systems and our community centers, while protecting the environment and being good neighbors.

Please become a member, volunteer your time, and join our email list to learn more about the trails, events, rides, and building and maintenance projects.
COVID-19 Update
Many thanks to our landowners, land managers, supporters, members, and volunteers for their support during these difficult times. While we hope for rapid vaccinations and re-openings, please stay vigilant and respectful.
  • Before you go – Observe trail closures by checking trail conditions before you go.
  • Keep your distance – While on trail, maintain physical distancing from anyone outside your pod. Please observe all CDC guidelines.
  • Leash ‘em – Keep dogs on a leash, or leave them at home. Be willing and able to clean up after them.
  • Respect all lands - Stay on trail and keep dogs on trail at all times.
  • Be quiet and leave no trace - Our trails pass through incredible natural habitats and go by homes, farms, inns and businesses. Please recreate responsibly.
Check Trailforks for all the details. Thank you.
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