Trails
Gravel Ride Routes
50+ miles of public trails in Poultney, Castleton, and Wells.
Gravel in the Slate Valley
We know how much you love Vermont gravel! With its mixture of gravel roads, paved roads, rough class 4 roads and the D&H Rail Trail – the Slate Valley region is home to fantastic gravel riding.
Hitting the (dirt) Roads
SVT has mapped 15 different routes out of the village of Poultney that highlight the unique features of the region: quiet roads, charming villages, friendly people, valley roads, great climbs, and scenic views.
All rides begin at the D&H Trail kiosk at the intersection of Church and Knapp streets in Poultney.
Around the Mountains
33.7 miles, Very Hilly
Points South
30.7 miles, Hilly
Hills of Hampton
24.5 miles, Hilly
Sawmill Climber
22.8 miles, Very Hilly
Quarry Hill
19.9 miles, Hilly
Pond Hill Views
17.8 miles, Hilly
Gorhamtown Loop
13.4 miles, Moderately Hilly
The Missing Link
14.0 miles one way, Moderately Hilly
Slate Alley
14.3 miles, Moderately Hilly
Castleton Jaunt
15.6 miles, flat
Climber’s Delight
39.3 miles, Very Hilly
Birdseye Views
22.3 miles, Very Hilly
Middletown Grinder
21.7 miles, Very Hilly
Hills and Hollows
14.4 Miles, Moderately Hilly
North Poultney Loop
8.2 miles, Moderately Hilly
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