Mountain Biking
An extensive trail network, skills park, and shop at your fingertips.
Smugglers’ Notch Mountain Bike Center
Our MTB Center spans three acres and is equipped with a flat-ground skills park, pump track, and downhill flow park. With over 10 miles of single track and six miles of double track, Smuggs offers trails suitable for every level of rider. The Bike Shop at Sir Henry’s provides a wide selection of over 40 rental mountain bikes, e-bikes, and a variety of Smuggs-branded merchandise and apparel. All mountain biking programs and activities are coordinated through The Bike Shop.
Mountain Bike Programs
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E-Bike Guided Tours
Join our expert guides for a 2-hour electric bike tour on Vermont’s Smuggs MTB Trail Network.
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Mountain Bike Skills Clinic – Beginner
Our Beginner Skill Clinic helps riders improve off-road skills and prepare for single-track trails and easy terrain.
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Mountain Bike Skills Clinic – Women’s Beginner/Intermediate
Ladies, join our women’s trail clinic to enhance your mountain biking skills with a focus on balance, body position, and braking in a fun, supportive environment.
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Mountain Bike Scenic E-Bike Resort Tour
Want to see the sights that the Smugglers’ Notch area has to offer but you’re not that comfortable on mountain bike trails? This tour is for you!
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Mountain Bike E-Bike 101 Clinic
Never been on an E-bike, but would like to try one out? This clinic teaches you the ins and outs of how to use an electric assist bike.
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Mountain Bike Skills Clinic – Beginner/Intermediate
Elevate your off-road riding confidence with our Beginner Skill Clinic, focusing on key techniques.
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Mountain Bike Skills Clinic – First Timers
Dive into mountain biking with our beginner-friendly clinics, where both kids and adults can master the basics in a fun and safe setting
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Mountain Bike Specialty Program
Our Mountain Bike Program is for anyone wanting to learn the basics of trail riding or exploring new features in our park!
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Summer
E-bike and Brew Tour
Embark on a unique self-guided E-Bike tour along the scenic, car-free Lamoille Valley Rail Trail, visiting four iconic breweries amidst the stunning backdrop of Vermont’s scenery.
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Mountain Bike Private Lessons & Guide Service
Customize your biking experience at Smuggs with our “Build Your Own Program” tailored for all ages and skill levels.
Rest your legs on our Wonder Carpet Surface lift.
Available Monday, Thursday, and Friday from 10:00 am – 12:30 pm and 1:00 pm – 3:30 pm for easy access to our three-acre skills park!
Strider Park
Discover the Joy of Riding at Our Toddler Park!
Got a little one aged 18 months to 5 years? We have a park just for them! Strider Bikes teach balance and control, helping kids transition to pedal bikes sooner. They are available for free with a Notch Card or Daycation Pass. Register and grab a helmet at the Smuggs Bike Shop!
MTB Center & Bike Shop
The Bike Shop will keep you rolling!
We offer rentals, basic adjustments, repairs, tune-ups, and upgrades for all bicycle sizes and types. Pick up a trail map and start your adventure.
Please note: At Smuggs, we want every family member to have a great time on the trails. If your child has outgrown a youth bike, a larger size may be necessary for their comfort. We offer a full range of rentals, including adult-sized bikes, to fit everyone, and our team is here to help with bike selection. With the right bike and a trail map, you’re all set for an amazing adventure!
Size: X-Small, Small, Medium, Large
Fuel EX is a full-suspension trail bike that’s ready to handle it all. With trail-taming 140mm front and 130mm rear suspension, a Shimano 1×12 drivetrain, a dropper post for getting low on descents, and hydraulic disc brakes, the Fuel EX hits the mark as a high-value, high-performance mountain bike with exceptional versatility. Starting at $59
Size: Small, Medium, Large, X-Large
Marlin 6 is the perfect ride for progressing your skills on the trails. Its updated slacker frame geometry makes it easier to control descents, while the upgraded suspension fork takes the edge off bumpy trails. Starting at $45
Sizes: Medium, Large, X-Large
A full-suspension mountain bike that brings all-new suspension kinematics and progressive geometry into a full-alloy package that’s both lightweight and extremely durable. Outfitted with a no-fuss SRAM SX 12-speed groupset, the Stumpjumper Alloy is your all-access pass for trail adventure. Comes standard with a dropper post and hydraulic disc brakes. Starting at $50.
Sizes: X-Small, Small, Medium, Large, X-Large
This hardtail mountain bike is perfect for beginner to intermediate riders. Featuring modern geometry, a no-fuss SRAM SX 12-speed groupset, and an air-spring front shock, it is the best choice for those looking for an easy-riding, relaxing trail ride experience. It comes standard with hydraulic disc brakes and starts at $35.
Sizes: Small, Medium, Large, X-Large
Powerfly 4 is our electric-assist mountain bike. It helps boost the power of each pedal stroke to get you further on the trails. It’s built with parts that hold up, like a smooth-shifting Shimano drivetrain and a powerful Bosch motor. This bike expands your boundaries and lets you travel to destinations you never thought you’d reach on a mountain bike. Starting at $69
Sizes: X-Small, Small, Medium, Large
Verve+ 3 is an electric hybrid bike that gives your daily cruises, commutes, and workouts a boost. The Bosch pedal-assist system is powerful and reliable, and the battery is fully encased in the frame for great looks and better balance. This e-bike comes equipped with parts that put your comfort and safety first, like a road-smoothing suspension seat post, wide, stable tires, and front and rear lights. We have added a rear basket to help carry your things from point A to point B. With a net to keep your things secured while riding and an easy release system, you can take the basket into the shop to stock up on goodies or bring it in poolside to help beat the heat. Starting at $69
Sizes: 20” and 24”
A hard-tail mountain bike, the Riprock features 2.8-inch Big Roller tires, which provide a smoother ride quality. With plenty of traction and control, it is the perfect bike for kids looking to conquer our more advanced trails. It starts at $35.
Sizes: 24”, 20”, and 16”
A basic kids’ bike featuring coaster brakes and no gears. Helping to increase skills and confidence before graduating to hand-brake controls, the Hotrock is designed to be perfect for kids learning to bike. Not for the skills park. Starting at $20.
Size: 12”
Balance bikes are setting toddlers up for immediate success by creating independence and giving them the confidence to try new things! These lightweight, all-terrain balance bikes will introduce your kiddo to the world of cycling and inspire a lifelong love of riding. Starting at $15
Size: 12”
A first-timer bike designed for our smallest riders, the Hotwalk is a more effective learning tool than riding with training wheels. Using their feet to push along the ground, similar to a sit-down style scooter, the Hotwalk is perfect for little ones who are learning balance control, using handlebars to steer, and feeling the joy of rolling on a bike! It starts at $15.
Helpful Hints
Expedite your experience by completing our MTB Assumption of Risk in advance!
Cancellations made by 5:00 pm the day prior to the program/activity start date receive a full refund. Cancellations made after 5:00 pm are not eligible for a refund.
VMBA members receive free access to our Downhill Skills Park and Pump Track, PLUS 15% off all Bike Shop Products & Services.
For up-to-date information on Smuggs activities, weather alerts, or special events, text SMUGGS to 855-421-2279.