The 8 Canopy Tours in the USA That Earn Their Price

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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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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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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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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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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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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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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8.Osage 8 Zipline Canopy Tour

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

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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