The 11 Best Waterfall Zipline Tours in the USA

1.Big Island Zipline Tour Near Akaka Falls (250-ft Waterfall!)

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 1,077 reviews · 2 hours 30 minutes (approx.) · from $246Our pick

Near Hilo and Akaka Falls, this 2.5-hour tour builds from gentle practice lines to one of Hawaii’s longest zipline crossings, high above Kolekole Falls. Guides such as Rose, Bobby, Julia, and Riley mix careful safety checks with Hawaiian agriculture stories and tropical fruit samples. You need closed-toe shoes, a 40 to 260-pound weight range, and transport to Honomu.

“Absolutely beautiful experience. The final Zipline with the waterfall was beautiful. The guides were really fun and we learned a lot during our experience”

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2.Big Island: 9-Line Waterfall Zipline Experience

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 1,057 reviews · 2 hours 30 minutes (approx.) · from $253

At The Umauma Experience near Hakalau, you’ll ride nine guided ziplines over treetops, rivers, and waterfalls, with Pacific Ocean views from each platform. Four lines run side by side, so you can race a friend. Wes and Skippy are among the guides praised for their calm, funny approach. Allow about 2.5 hours.

“Absolutely an amazing experience from being to end! The CREW was outstanding and made it the best but the zip lines were also fantastic! I'll be doing this everytime i'm on the island! It's that fun!!”

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3.Woods Course Zipline Tour in Seven Falls

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 381 reviews · 3 hours (approx.) · from $250

Zip through Seven Falls Canyon on five lines reaching 150 feet, with instruction, gear, bottled water, and a guide team that may include Jehn, Dalton, or Jamie. The three-hour tour suits first-timers and ends with access to Seven Falls Park. Expect mountain views, a small group, and a strict 90 to 250 pound weight limit.

“I would give them 10 stars. Amazing tour guides from checking in to the end. Kevin and Alana absolutely amazing!! We had the best time!!!”

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4.Big Island 9-Line Zipline Experience Plus Private Waterfall Swim

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 170 reviews · 4 hours (approx.) · from $347

Spend about four hours at The Umauma Experience near Hakalau, flying across nine ziplines before lunch and time at a private waterfall pond. Guides such as John, Rusty, Skippy, Kip, Hunter, Hogg, Avery, and Koda have led lively, safety-focused tours. Bring closed-toe shoes, mosquito repellent, and a towel.

“Beautiful location and an activity to check off our bucket list. Highly recommend for a family of all ages.”

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5.Grizzly Falls Ziplining Expedition

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 128 reviews · 4 hours (approx.) · from $259

Spend about four hours flying through Tongass National Forest on Alaska’s largest zipline course, then ride a rugged Unimog up the mountain. You’ll cross suspension bridges, pass glacial waterfalls, and learn local stories from your guides and driver. The tour suits ages six and up, with daily departure times that work well for cruise schedules.

“Anna our guide did an excellent job which made for an awesome experience. She kept the experience safe but also made it funny and challenging. The drivers that take you to the top are highly talented in handling truck and fearless.”

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6.Umauma Falls 4-Line Zipline Experience

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 52 reviews · 1 hour 30 minutes (approx.)

At The Umauma Experience, you’ll check in, receive safety training and gear, then ride a van to the top of the property for four guided zip lines. You’ll cross rainforest, rivers, meadows, and waterfalls before finishing at the visitor center. Guides including Mai Tai, La’a, and Hunter are known for helping first-timers feel at ease.

“This was an awesome experience and the staff is the best!!! We went with our extended family and it was so much fun”

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7.Big Island: Full-Day Kohala Zipline and Waterfall Adventure

★★★★★★★★★★4.8 · 36 reviews · 9 hours · from $361

Spend nine hours traveling from Kona to Hawi for Kohala’s full canopy course: eight ziplines, six sky bridges, and a rappel. Two certified guides lead the forest section, followed by a deli lunch, private-reserve hike, and swim beneath a waterfall. Guides have included Dane, Willie, Nick, and Boo-boo.

“Nick and Boo-boo were great. very knowledgeable and made the whole trip fun and entertaining.”

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8.Sevierville: Waterfall Canopy Zip Lining in Smoky Mountains

★★★★★★★★★★4.9 · 17 reviews · 2 hours · from $98

At Foxfire Adventure Park, you’ll learn the basics, practice on a 60-foot beginner line, then zip across seven lines over creeks, waterfalls, cliffs, and valleys. English-speaking guides, small groups of up to 10, automatic braking, and guide-powered systems keep the two-hour course approachable for first-timers and families.

“De activiteit zou 2 uren duren. Dit was het bij lange na niet.”

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9.Twin Falls: Zip Line Tour

★★★★★★★★★★4.1 · 8 reviews · 1h 30m · from $70Best value

You’ll ride an Army HumV from the park to AWOL Adventure Sports’ four-line course, then zip up to 25 mph above the Snake River Canyon. Guides such as Braxton, Cade, Nate, Avery, Liam, and Lucy have been praised for clear instruction and good humor. The final 1,750-foot line gives you broad views of the canyon floor and I.B. Perrine Bridge.

“Loved the whole outing. All the staff was so friendly and helpful. Our guides Braxton and Cade were amazing and made it memorable 😍”

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10.Hakalau: 9-Line Zipline Adventure with Umauma Falls View

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 7 reviews · 2 hours · from $260

Spend two hours on nine guided ziplines above the Umauma River and 14 waterfalls. You can reach 65 miles per hour, enjoy Pacific views, then explore the garden and Triple-Tier Waterfall. English-speaking guides, including Mono, handle the safety briefing and equipment. Lunch at the café is optional.

“The trip was smooth. felt safe, and filled with fun and stunning views. Thank you for the memeories! Big thanks to Mono for making me laugh a lot!”

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11.7 Line Waterfall Canopy Zipline Course

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 6 reviews · 2 hours (approx.) · from $109

At Foxfire Adventure Park near Sevierville, you’ll ride seven ziplines and cross two skybridges above the trees, creek, and Lost Mine Waterfall. The course starts with three shorter lines before moving to higher, faster rides. Guides such as Gracie and Thomas have helped first-timers feel at ease.

“This was a lot of fun. This zip line eased us into longer exhilarating zip lines. This was no baby course like we expected. It was fun and we can’t wait to go back for Goliath.”

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