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Old Center Fayston

One of the Mad River Riders' classic networks that winds through idyllic Vermont forests entirely on private land.
Trail Activity
Hiking Mountain biking Snowshoeing Ungroomed cross-country skiing
Length
3.70 miles, Network
Difficulty
Moderate, Advanced, Strenuous
Town
Fayston (VT)
Surface
Packed Earth/Dirt, Rock/Ledge, Snow, Ungroomed
Pets
Permitted on leash
Fees
No

Description

Old Center Fayston is a 3.7 mile network of advanced to expert single and double-track trails built for mountain-biking, but open to multiple uses. There are both flowy and technical sections on the trails. Loops are possible by connection on Old Center Fayston Road. 

The section of Old Center Fayston Road between the lower trailhead and the Gumball crossing is not recommended for bikes. 

For specific trail descriptions and other information, go to the Mad River Riders website  or visit Trailforks.

Other Information

Mad River Riders Trail Rules

  • Always ride, ski, run and walk in control. Bikers yield to all pedestrian users. Skiers yield to hikers and snowshoers. Climbing traffic has the right of way. Please stop in a safe visible spot off the trail.
  • Stay off trails when the ground is soft, especially in winter and spring. Avoid leaving deep footprints and ruts. Help with maintenance. Build or change only with permission and planning with the Riders' trail crew.
  • Respect landowners, neighbors, and other visitors. Trail use is dependent on positive landowner relationships and respectful sharing.
  • Park in legal areas. 
  • Due to livestock, food production, user safety and water/habitat quality concerns, please keep pets leashed under control at all times and clean up after them. 
  • Leave no trace. Pack it in, pack it out. No camping or fires, unless otherwise permitted by the landowner. 
  • Remember to share gracefully, smile widely and appreciate often.

 

 This trail is part of the Mad River Valley Trails Collaborative.

The Collaborative is a watershed-wide network of lands and trails created through a partnership of local organizations, generous property owners, towns, the State of Vermont, the US Forest Service, and many volunteers. These trails reflect the Mad River Valley’s love of the outdoors and commitment to stewardship of land and recreational opportunities for current and future generations. Enjoy and help us care for this place. Click here to learn more and support recreation in the Mad River Valley.

Trail Manager

The Mad River Riders, a founding chapter of the Vermont Mountain Bike Association (VMBA), maintain a 58+ mile network of multi-use trails throughout the Mad River Valley. Our trails are open to the public and free to use for biking, hiking, walking, running, skiing, and snowshoeing. We have something for everyone, from beginner friendly Tootsie Roll at Blueberry Lake, to the flow of Evolution, to the classic lines of Clinic and Cyclone, to the rocky challenge of Chain Gang.

Help us build more trails and maintain this awesome network; consider becoming a member or donating to the Trail Fund. Visit our website to learn more about our trails, events, rides, work days, and new projects.

Mad River Riders - Vermont Mountain Bike Association

Mad River Riders - Vermont Mountain Bike Association
1007 Rolston Rd
Waitsfield, VT 05673
Phone: 802-917-1467
hello@madriverriders.com
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Trailhead Information

Parking is available at the Pines Rest Area. To get there from downtown Waitfield, go north on VT-100. Turn right on Tremblay Road. Parking is on the right before the river. To reach the trailhead from this parking area, head south on VT-100 then turn right on Old Country Road. After 0.2 miles, turn right on Old Center Fayston Road. The trailhead is located on the right 0.4 miles up the road where the larger gravel road takes a sharp turn to the left.

Click on a parking icon to get custom directions
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eric@madrivervalley.com
May 13, 2020
An important correction/clarification!
The Mad River Rider do WAY more than "help maintain" the trails. More importantly, they build landowner relationships and designed/built/steward the trails. It is really important to understand what various local groups do.
eric@madrivervalley.com
May 07, 2020
Thanks so much to the Mad River Riders who help maintain this trail!
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