Mountain Biking
Explore miles of singletrack where the terrain’s as bold as the name.
Take a Ride in the Mad River Valley
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Take a Ride in the Mad River Valley
Mountain Biking in the Mad River Valley
This Mountain Makes Us Find the Fun Line. Sugarbush is your basecamp for some of the best mountain biking in Vermont. From Lincoln Peak, pedal straight into more than 60 miles of Mad River Valley singletrack maintained by the Mad River Riders. Ride classic Vermont terrain through hardwood forests, over roots and rocks, across wooden bridges, and into the kind of descents that leave dirt on your legs and a grin on your face.
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This Mountain Makes Us Find the Fun Line. Sugarbush is your basecamp for some of the best mountain biking in Vermont. From Lincoln Peak, pedal straight into more than 60 miles of Mad River Valley singletrack maintained by the Mad River Riders. Ride classic Vermont terrain through hardwood forests, over roots and rocks, across wooden bridges, and into the kind of descents that leave dirt on your legs and a grin on your face.
Whether you're looking for a mellow spin around Eurich Pond, technical riding in Lower Woods, or a full day linking together Dana Hill, Chase Brook, and Blueberry Lake, every ride starts just minutes from your stay.
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These trails weren't built overnight. They're the result of thousands of volunteer hours from the Mad River Riders, who help keep the Mad River Valley one of the premier mountain biking destinations in New England. Ride them with respect, and they'll keep rewarding riders for years to come. rich-text, responsive-table
Ride Further. Com Back Here.
One of the best things about staying at Sugarbush? You don't have to choose just one trail network.
The Mad River Valley puts you within easy reach of some of Vermont's most celebrated mountain biking. Spend one day carving flow trails on Ridgeline, the next exploring technical singletrack in Waterbury or Richmond, then head back to Sugarbush for dinner, mountain views, and another ride tomorrow.
With so many trails all within reach, Sugarbush makes an ideal home base for riders who want to experience the best mountain biking in Vermont without packing and unpacking every night.
Ride Local-Rentals, Shuttles, Tours, and Cold Plunges
Need a bike? Looking for a shuttle? Want someone to show you the hidden gems?
Just down the road, Madbush Falls has rentals, guided rides, trail shuttles, and one of the best post-ride hangouts in the valley. Cool off with a drink, soak your legs in the river, or take the famous cold plunge before heading back to the mountain.
For tune-ups, rentals, and local expertise, Stark Mountain Bike Works or Riders Outpost in have everything you need to keep the wheels turning.
Because the best rides don't end when you leave the trail.
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From what to pack to who built your favorite berm, get the local scoop before you hit the trails.