GRAFTON GUIDED TOUR FIELD GUIDE
Thirty Minutes on the Ridge: Aerie’s Guided UTV Run Through Grafton’s Hills and Hollows
A concise guide to Aerie’s 30-minute, guided UTV tours in six-passenger Kawasaki Mule Pro-FXT vehicles—what you’ll see, where you meet, and what to bring.
Thirty Minutes on the Ridge: Aerie’s Guided UTV Run Through Grafton’s Hills and Hollows.
At Aerie’s Resort, a short, guided UTV ride turns into a concentrated dose of landscape and wildlife: six-passenger Kawasaki Mule Pro-FXT vehicles climb wooded tracks, thread creek beds and limestone outcrops, and pause for views that can include red-tailed hawks, bald eagles and glimpses of the Grafton Zipline. The loop is compact—just 30 minutes—but designed to showcase the hills, hollows and geological features that define the property, so pack your camera and expect surprises around every bend.
Highlights
Outing Highlights
Six-passenger Kawasaki UTVs
Tours run aboard brand-new six-passenger Kawasaki Mule Pro-FXT vehicles, giving groups a stable, shared platform from which to explore the resort’s terrain.
Hills, creeks and limestone
The route traverses picturesque hills and hollows, navigates creek beds and weaves around limestone rock formations—compact terrain variety in a short outing.
Birds and ridge-top sightings
Keep your eyes up: the tour can deliver sightings of raptors like red-tailed hawks and bald eagles, plus views toward active attractions such as the Grafton Zipline.
What the day feels like
What the 30 Minutes Feel Like
The guided loop is brisk and varied: a short climb up wooded tracks, a roll through hollows and creek beds, and stops to navigate limestone outcrops and scan for wildlife. It’s designed to make the most of a compact window—30 minutes—so the cadence is purposeful and sight-rich.
Suitability
Who it's for
Who this short guided UTV tour suits—and who should reconsider.
Practical planner
Details to review before reserving
Bring a camera to capture wildlife and landscape moments—the operator specifically recommends having one onboard.
Review cancellation policies before reserving.
Frequently asked questions
Planning Your Outing
How long is the Aerie’s Adventure UTV tour?
The guided UTV tour runs for 30 minutes.
Where do I meet for the tour?
Meet at 600 Timber Ridge Dr., Grafton, IL 62037 for tour check-in.
Is there an age minimum to ride?
Children ages 3 and up are permitted to join the tour.
Do I need to book in advance?
Yes—booking online is recommended, and you should also book SkyTour aerial lift tickets to reach the check-in location at the top of the hill.
When do the tours run?
Tours operate year-round, though hours vary by season—check availability when booking.