Ages 3 and up • Open year-round • Hours vary by season • Book Online!
Discover the thrill of off-road UTV tours at Aerie's Resort in Grafton, Illinois. Navigate limestone formations, creek beds, and wooded trails while spotting local wildlife on this unique 30-minute adventure.
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Difficulty
easy
Duration
30 minutes
Fitness Level
Suitable for all fitness levels, including young children from age 3 and up.
Wildlife
History
The surrounding limestone formations date back hundreds of millions of years, formed from ancient seabeds and shaped by glacial activity.
Conservation
Aerie’s Adventure Tours promotes low-impact exploration to protect delicate limestone ecosystems and local wildlife habitats.
Aerie's Resort
Ages 3 and up • Open year-round • Hours vary by season • Book Online!
Aerie's Resort is a family-friendly adventure destination located in Grafton, Illinois. The resort operates Illinois' first alpine coaster — nearly 4,000 feet of track with seven hair-pin turns and eight waves — accessed via the SkyTour aerial lift. The SkyTour provides scenic rides with panoramic views of the Illinois and Mississippi Rivers and direct access to Aerie's restaurants, the Alpine Coaster, and the property ziplines.
Aerie's also offers guided UTV tours: 30-minute excursions in brand-new six-passenger Kawasaki Mule Pro-FXT vehicles that take guests across hills and hollows, through creek beds and past limestone formations where local wildlife sightings are common. Tours are led by trained staff who focus on safety and route familiarity, and the resort welcomes guests of all ages to enjoy the attractions. Public parking and visitor information available.
Alpine Coaster
Illinois' first
Nearly 4,000 feet of track
Location
Grafton, IL
Riverfront access and views
UTV Seating
6-passenger
Kawasaki Mule Pro-FXT vehicles
Tour Length
30 minutes
Guided UTV tour duration
Reserve SkyTour seats, Alpine Coaster rides, or a 30-minute guided UTV tour — check availability and safety guidelines before arrival.
Book the Grafton SkyTour in advance
You must have a SkyTour Day Pass to access the Aerie's Adventure Tour check-in at the hilltop.
Bring a camera with fast shutter speed
Opportunities for wildlife and scenic shots arise quickly; be ready to capture them.
Wear closed-toe shoes
Steering the UTV through rough terrain means sturdy footwear for comfort and safety.
Dress in layers
Weather can change rapidly atop bluffs, so layering helps stay comfortable throughout the ride.
Camera
Capture ever-changing landscapes and wildlife moments during the tour.
Closed-toe hiking shoes
Provide foot protection and stability on uneven terrain.
Light jacket or windbreaker
spring
Sun protection (hat and sunscreen)
summer