Trails in this system range from beginner to intermediate and include dedicated, professionally built downhill trails. Some are multiuse, others are for mounting biking. All the trails in this system illustrates the unique historical, cultural, ecological, and recreational features of Dorset.
Dropout Trail (0.6 miles)
A mountain biking trail that leads from the Hawks Pass trailhead parking area to Owls Head Town Forest main trail network. If muddy or wet, please do not ride this trail.
Lunch Loop (2 miles)
An easy mountain bike loop trail through beautiful woods, that connects to other mountain biking trails in Owls Head. It is a multi-use trail so please be cautious of hikers and walkers.
Maple Creemee (1 mile)
This moderate mountain bike trail flows through mixed deciduous forest and has beautiful seasonal views of mountains in the winter. It is of moderate difficulty
Sidehill Wampus (2 miles)
This mountain biking trail that provides a moderate climb to the top of the Gettysberm downhill trail.
Gettysberm Trail (0.75 miles)
A one-way, downhill mountain biking trail of moderate difficulty. Please be aware of trail crossings on your way down.
Breather (0.6 miles)
This trail is currently only for mountain biking, but will soon be open to all as a multiuse trail. It is an easy trail that connects various other trails in the system.
Mo-Jo (0.4 miles)
A moderate trail that climbs up to the Gettysberm Trail, and connects to Sidehill Wampus.
Wait, What? (0.6 miles)
A one-way, downhill mountain biking trail of moderate difficulty. Please be aware of trail crossings on your way down.
For additional information, visit the Dorset Hikes website, or contact:
Town of Dorest, Outdoor Rec DeptTake VT-30 south from Dorset, and turn on to Raptor Lane on the left; or head north on VT-30 from US-7 and turn on to Raptor Lane on the right.
Go 1.3 miles on Raptor Lane to the trailhead on the right. During the winter, users can park at the JK Adams Kitchen Store and hike the connection trail to Raptor Lane. Park at any of the parking areas to access the trails.
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