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The 15 Canopy Tours in the USA That Earn Their Price

23 tours  ·  from $69 a head

Good canopy tours in the USA fill their morning slots weeks ahead and the long ones go first. Below: the 15 to book early, what each includes and how they differ.

Big Island Kohala Canopy Zipline Adventure - The guides make the difference for beginners
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Big Island Kohala Canopy Zipline Adventure

1.Big Island Kohala Canopy Zipline Adventure

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 720 reviews · 3 hours (approx.) · from $256Our pick

Near Hawi, you’ll spend about three hours on a private forest course with roughly eight ziplines, suspension bridges, and sweeping Kohala views. Guides such as Jake, Davyn, Kody, and Decker focus on safety while sharing local nature and cultural stories. Closed-toe shoes and a 70 to 270-pound weight limit apply.

“This activity is thrilling yet quite safe due to the very professional guides that accompany you throughout the entire course.”

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Ketchikan Shore Excursion: Rainforest Canopy Ropes and Zipline Adventure Park - The water zipline and 650-year-old trees
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Ketchikan Shore Excursion: Rainforest Canopy Ropes and Zipline Adventure Park

2.Ketchikan Shore Excursion: Rainforest Canopy Ropes and Zipline Adventure Park

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 390 reviews · 3 hours 30 minutes (approx.) · from $150

You’ll ride seven ziplines, cross eight canopy ropes, and tackle bridges, swinging steps, and a 50-foot climbing tower at Southeast Exposure. Guides such as Frank, Eli, Shea, and Mallory lead the course, with port pickup, safety gear, and transport included.

“Such a pretty ziplining course! You can’t beat ziplining through the beautiful green trees and there’s a bonus little “obstacle course” in the trees. Guides were also great! Definitely recommend and would do it again if I return to Ketchikan!”

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Minnesota River Valley 14-Line Thrilling Zipline Canopy Tour - Ground school before the first line
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Minnesota River Valley 14-Line Thrilling Zipline Canopy Tour

3.Minnesota River Valley 14-Line Thrilling Zipline Canopy Tour

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 304 reviews · 2 hours 30 minutes (approx.) · from $99

At Kerfoot Canopy Tour, you’ll complete 14 ziplines and aerial platforms high above the Minnesota River Valley. Maddie and Josiah are among the guides who may lead your group through safety school, equipment checks, and lines that grow more challenging as you gain confidence.

“Great tour - lots of zip line variety. Staff was fun but very professional. Highly recommend. Shout out to Maddie and Josiah for making our tour fun.”

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Rainforest Canopy & Zipline Adventure in Ketchikan, AK - Why the guides matter for first-timers
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Rainforest Canopy & Zipline Adventure in Ketchikan, AK

4.Rainforest Canopy & Zipline Adventure in Ketchikan, AK

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 285 reviews · 3 hours 30 minutes (approx.) · from $230

Ride eight zip lines up to 135 feet above Ketchikan’s rainforest, cross suspension bridges, rappel, and explore a totem park and historic sawmill. Guides such as Hannah, Stevie, Cole, and Allison coach first-timers carefully. Transport, gear, and a three-and-a-half-hour outing are included.

“Our large family had a blast! Cole and Hailey did an amazing job helping us and keeping us safe. There were a few of us that had never zip lined and are afraid of heights. However, Hailey and Cole were patient and coached us through. Definitely a 10/10.”

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Fully Guided Zipline Canopy Tour through Kentucky River Palisades - What happens at Boone Creek Outdoors
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Fully Guided Zipline Canopy Tour through Kentucky River Palisades

5.Fully Guided Zipline Canopy Tour through Kentucky River Palisades

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 264 reviews · from $101

Fly through Boone Creek Gorge near Lexington on six ziplines, three suspension bridges, a floating staircase, and a rappel. Trained guides such as Jade, Hannah, James, and Peora keep the pace friendly and explain local trees, wildlife, history, and the fragile creek ecosystem.

“I'd never been zip lining before. Everything was explained and it was so. so. so. much fun. Strongly recommend trying zip lining with Boone Creek Outdoors. I think they had as much fun as we did.”

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Bransons Best Zipline - Great Woodsman Canopy Tour - Longer zip lines bring the best views
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Bransons Best Zipline – Great Woodsman Canopy Tour

6.Bransons Best Zipline – Great Woodsman Canopy Tour

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 263 reviews · 2 hours (approx.) · from $96

You’ll follow a roughly two-hour canopy course at Shepherd of the Hills, starting with shorter zip lines and building toward longer scenic runs above the Henning Conservation Area. Guides such as Katie, Holden, Joshua, and Ashlyn are praised for patience and safety, making this a strong first zipline.

“Great experience! Safe and the guides were awesome! The scenery was beautiful. Got to check this off my bucket list!😉”

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Stoney Creek Canopy Adventure - Eight ziplines through old-growth forest
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Stoney Creek Canopy Adventure

7.Stoney Creek Canopy Adventure

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 253 reviews · from $168

Stoney Creek Canopy Adventure takes you six miles from Seward into old-growth Pacific forest for eight ziplines, three suspension bridges, and two rappels. Small groups of up to eight, trained guides, safety gear, and shuttle transport are included. Expect Kenai Mountain views and a few thrilling surprises.

“The zip lines were awesome and the view of the mountains was an added bonus. Thanks to our guides - they made the trip extra special”

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Osage 8 Zipline Canopy Tour - How the two-hour experience works
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Osage 8 Zipline Canopy Tour

8.Osage 8 Zipline Canopy Tour

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 150 reviews · 2 hours (approx.) · from $89

Fly across eight ziplines through the Ozark hills, cross a swinging wooden bridge, and return to the starting point in about two hours. Guides including Rae, Mia, D.J., Danny, and Autumn focus on safety and encouragement. Small groups of up to 10 make this a good first zipline outing for families.

“Both Mia and D.J. made my first time ziplinig a great experience. They were patient, encouraging, and fun! I would highly recommend them, and this experience to anyone who hasn't done this.”

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Big Island: 3-Hour Kohala Canopy Zipline Adventure - Eight lines, six bridges, and one final rappel
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Big Island: 3-Hour Kohala Canopy Zipline Adventure

9.3-Hour Kohala Canopy Zipline Adventure

★★★★★★★★★★4.9 · 37 reviews · 3 hours · from $256

From Hawi, you’ll ride a 4x4 into the Kohala forest for eight ziplines, six sky bridges, and a rappel. Two certified guides, including team members such as Curtis, Eli, or Boo Boo, handle the safety work while you enjoy speeds up to 45 mph and stories tied to Kamehameha’s former lands.

“Dave and Boo Boo were the greatest! If you go, make sure you have them as your guides!”

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Tree Tops Zip Line Canopy Tour - The practice zip teaches the four skills you need
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Tree Tops Zip Line Canopy Tour

10.Tree Tops Zip Line Canopy Tour

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 32 reviews · 3 hours (approx.) · from $115

You’ll learn zip, brake, stop, and line skills before riding through an endangered hemlock forest. Guides such as Bri, Chloe, Ed, Jay, Madison, and Elisa have helped first-timers feel at ease. Expect five main ziplines, sky bridges, a 640-foot final zip, and a rappel.

“I was the terrified participant of the group and Madison and Elisa were just the guides I needed to help me overcome my fear, gain confidence, and relax to enjoy the experience. A fantastic experience. My fearless husband’s favorite part of our WV vacation. Give this a try!”

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Lexington: Fully Guided Zipline Canopy Tour - Six ziplines with a clear high point
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Lexington: Fully Guided Zipline Canopy Tour

11.Lexington: Fully Guided Zipline Canopy Tour

★★★★★★★★★★4.9 · 23 reviews · from $114

Join Boone Creek Outdoors for a 2.5-hour guided canopy tour above Boone Creek Gorge. You will practice braking, cross six ziplines including a 1,400-foot gorge crossing, navigate three suspended bridges and unusual staircases, then rappel down. Closed-toe shoes are required.

“The zip lines were awesome and our guides were fantastic! I loved having the guided informational tour about the trees along the way. Thank you for a wonderful day!”

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Sevierville: Waterfall Canopy Zip Lining in Smoky Mountains - The 60-foot practice line builds confidence
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Sevierville: Waterfall Canopy Zip Lining in Smoky Mountains

12.Waterfall Canopy Zip Lining in Smoky Mountains

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

At Foxfire Adventure Park, you will learn the basics, try a 60-foot beginner line, then zip across seven lines over creeks, waterfalls, valleys, and rock cliffs. Two English-speaking guides lead groups of up to 10, with safety gear, automatic braking, and Foxfire Pass access included.

“We had a great time!! The staff at Foxfire Mountain were so friendly. I told one of the staff members it was my boyfriend’s birthday. As my boyfriend walked up the stairs to the prep room, the staff and other participants sang Happy Birthday to him. ☺️The guides were great and funny! The photographer captured great photos of us as well. Thanks for making this experience so special for both of us!!”

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Epic Zipline Canopy Tour - The Gorge Zipline: Saluda, NC - Eleven ziplines through protected forest
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Epic Zipline Canopy Tour – The Gorge Zipline: Saluda, NC

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

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

Start on the Green River Gorge rim near Saluda for 11 ziplines, a sky-bridge, and three large rappels through protected forest. The tour takes about four hours and ends where it begins. Wear closed-toe shoes and pants you do not mind getting dirty.

“Great experience. The guides were professional and fun and the views were amazing. Would definitely recommend!”

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Zipline Canopy Tour- ArborTrek at Smugglers Notch Resort - Green Mountain Views Add More Than Scenery
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Zipline Canopy Tour- ArborTrek at Smugglers Notch Resort

14.Zipline Canopy Tour- ArborTrek at Smugglers Notch Resort

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 9 reviews · 3 hours (approx.) · from $119

Spend about three hours above the forest at ArborTrek in Cambridge, Vermont. You’ll tackle eight ziplines, two suspension bridges, and two tree rappels with guides such as Ben, Zola, Lea, and Joe. Expect safety training, active braking, stairs, uneven ground, and a small group of up to eight.

“Do it!! My friend and I are older (think seniors, lol) and we had a blast!! Our guides were patient and fun (Ben and Zola). Will definitely do again!”

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Galena: Zipline Adventure- Long Hollow Canopy Tours - The UTV ride gets the adventure moving
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Galena: Zipline Adventure- Long Hollow Canopy Tours

15.Galena: Zipline Adventure- Long Hollow Canopy Tours

★★★★★★★★★★4.7 · 8 reviews · 2h 30m · from $109

Take a 150-minute guided canopy tour near Galena with six ziplines, a UTV ride, a 140-foot skybridge, and a 40-foot rappel. The final zipline stretches 1,250 feet. You can finish with a traditional rappel or choose the optional Free Fall jump.

“Our family totally enjoyed our experience at the zip line. 3 of us were totally inexperienced. The team did a great job of training and encouraging us. When we needed help, they were right there to assist and did everything possible to make the experience fun and memorable.”

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