Top 9 Canyon Zipline Tours in the USA

1.Bighorn Sheep Canyon Raft and Zipline – Class III Rapids, 9 Zip Lines, & lunch

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 228 reviews · 7 hours (approx.) Our pick

Spend about seven hours rafting Bighorn Sheep Canyon and riding nine zip lines on the Royal Gorge plateau. A guide leads the river trip through rapids such as Wake Up, 3 Rocks, Spikebuck, and Shark’s Tooth, followed by a two-hour zipline course with a dual racing finish. Children age six and older may join with an adult.

“Very exciting experience and memorable. The crew was excellent and the weather was good too. I will recommend this to my friends as a way to remember Colorado.”

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2.Zipline Adventure in the Snake River Canyon

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 91 reviews · 2 hours (approx.) · from $65Best value

At Centennial Waterfront Park, you’ll suit up with AWOL Adventure Sports guides and ride four zip lines above the Snake River Canyon. Expect about two hours, views of Perrine Bridge, bottled water, helmets, and a small group of up to 14 people. Closed-toe shoes and a 50 to 260-pound weight range are required.

“Great experience! Our tour guides Braxton & Logan were very helpful with gear and thoroughly explained how to use it. They made our experience fun and exciting!”

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3.Gravity New River Gorge Zip Lines

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 43 reviews · 3 hours (approx.) · from $113

Meet your guides in Fayetteville for a three-hour zip-line outing near New River Gorge National Park. After a training line, you will ride five shorter lines before finishing on the 3,100-foot Adrena-Line, where speeds can exceed 40 mph. Small groups, supplied gear, and several start times make this a practical choice for families and first-timers.

“This was fun. The last zipline is really big and so fast. Highly recommend. As a solo traveler they made me feel comfortable.”

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4.Cañon City: Royal Gorge 9-Line Classic Zipline Ticket

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 20 reviews · 2 hours

You’ll learn zipline skills in a small group of up to eight, then ride nine lines over forests and rolling hills near Cañon City. The course reaches 45 mph and ends with a 1,002-foot side-by-side racing line. Guides such as Jordan, Maddox, Taylor, Emmie, Zoe, and others provide clear safety coaching throughout.

“I’m so glad I did this activity, Taylor and Zoe made this experience so much fun they’re amazing. Thank you so much to these girls they were very helpful I had the best experience ever definitely going back again!!!! I’d definitely recommend asking for Zoe and Taylor as your guide.”

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5.Epic Zipline Canopy Tour – The Gorge Zipline: Saluda, NC

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 9 reviews · 4 hours (approx.) · from $136

Spend about four hours above Green River Gorge on 11 tree-based ziplines, a sky-bridge, and three large rappels. The route drops 1,100 vertical feet through 18,000 acres of protected forest. Guides such as Benny, Rebecca, Josh, Alisia, Soren, and Krista have been praised for safe, good-humored instruction. Wear closed-toe shoes and pants you can get dirty.

“This experience was amazing! If possible request Benny and Rebecca as your guides. They were so knowledgeable and overall great. I definitively recommend wearing pants. And shoes you don’t mind getting dirty as there is a small hiking portion. Overall so fun and a must do!”

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6.Cañon City: Royal Gorge 11-Line Extreme Zipline Experience

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 7 reviews · 3 hours

Spend three hours on Royal Gorge’s 11-line extreme zipline course with a small group of up to eight. Guides teach braking and landing skills before you race across mountain views above the Arkansas River. Finish with a 30-foot Flightline Free Fall or a True Blue belay, with guides such as Rick, Brandon, Tarzan, and Eric leading the way.

“Justine and Rick were great guides. They were very knowledgeable and fun! Enjoyed the experience!”

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7.Oak Hill: Zipline Tour in New River Gorge National Park

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 7 reviews · from $111

You’ll ride nine cliffside ziplines above New River Gorge, cross two swinging sky bridges, and use gravity brakes instead of bulky gloves. English-speaking guides, safety gear, and shuttle service are included. Guide Liz has been praised for her humor, and dual ziplines let you race your friends.

“Liz was fantastic! She was a hoot! She was Lots of fun and very entertaining. There were a lot of zip lines so you got a lot of adventure for your money. If you’re in West Virginia, put this on your to do list. Fran and Carol”

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8.New River Gorge, WV – Zip Line Tour

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 7 reviews · 3 hours (approx.)

At ACE Adventure Resort, you’ll spend about three hours on nine dual zip lines, two swinging suspension bridges, scenic viewing perches, and a free-fall drop tower. Lines run 150 to 750 feet, with gravity brakes instead of gloves. Guides, including Liz, keep the pace lively. Ages 8 to 250 pounds.

“I got this as a gift for my daughter’s 24th birthday. She and her boyfriend had an amazing time and are planning a return trip. She couldn’t say enough great things about her experience.”

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9.New River Gorge: TreeTops Zipline Tour

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 3 reviews · 3h 30m · from $92

You will spend 3 to 3.5 hours in a small group of up to six, flying through Appalachian forest on 11 ziplines, seven swinging bridges, Air Stairs, and forest trails. Guides such as Ryan, Logan, Steph, and Jacob have helped first-time participants feel at ease. The longest line reaches 1,800 feet and about 35 to 40 mph.

“Ryan and Logan were amazing! We had some in our group who were first timers and afraid of her and they made them feel right at home. They did a great job and made the experience amazing!”

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