9 Canyoning and Zipline Tours in the USA to Build a Day Around

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 the family-friendly Bighorn Sheep Canyon, then ride nine zip lines across the Royal Gorge plateau. Your guides handle the activity transfers, and the small group is capped at eight people. Expect moderate physical effort, cool river water, and possible walks between zip lines.

“My wife having a good time. Our guide made the trip down the river more enjoyable. The Zip Line guides were patient and professional yet friendly and good company, enhancing the experience.”

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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 in Twin Falls, AWOL Adventure Sports fits you with a helmet and zipline gear before sending you across four lines above the Snake River Canyon. Expect about two hours, views of Perrine Bridge, water, and guides such as Avery, Lucy, Logan, or Cade helping nervous first-timers feel secure.

“Georgia and Logan were so great! Logan was full of laughs and jokes. Both were great towards us and others, especially my daughter. Georgia was good to her and gave her courage and helped her out when she was scared. Both were fun to explore zip lining with and professional. Great experience. Glad we went!”

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3.Gravity New River Gorge Zip Lines

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

Meet Adventures on the Gorge guides in Fayetteville, ride a shuttle to base camp, practice on a training line, then zip across six lines in New River Gorge National Park. The final 3,100-foot Adrena-Line can reach more than 40 mph. Guides include MaCrae, JD, and Alex.

“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

Take on nine beginner-friendly ziplines above the Royal Gorge plateau, reaching 45 mph and ending with a side-by-side race on a 1,002-foot line. Ground school, safety gear, and small groups of up to eight keep the experience clear and controlled. Guides may include Jordan, Maddox, Taylor, Emmie, Zoe, or Bob.

“Guides were all great Taylor and Em made it a great experience! You are lucky to have them!”

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

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 7 reviews · 3 hours

Spend three hours on 11 ziplines above Colorado's Arkansas River, including a 1,700-foot speed line and a final racing line. Guides such as Justine, Rick, Brandon, Tarzan, and Eric have led recent trips. Finish with a 30-foot Flightline Free Fall or a True Blue belay.

“Your guides (Rick & Brandon ) they are amazing the experience was unforgettable I plan on doing it again if I have the opportunity The only thing I might do as a option is make something like Go-Pros for rental or just part of the package with a deposit of-course I would love to have been able to share my experience with friends and family every body I told about it asked to see pictures I would like to thank Rick & Brandon again they made it all the more amazing Thank you Rick & Brandon”

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

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 7 reviews · from $111

Join ACE Adventure Resort in Oak Hill for a 3.5-hour New River Gorge tour with nine cliffside ziplines, two sky bridges, dual racing lines, a free-fall drop tower, and a forest swing. English-speaking guides, safety gear, and shuttle service are included.

“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 sky bridges, and a free-fall drop tower above New River Gorge. Guides manage the course with gravity brakes, while scenic launch points and dismounts keep the forest and river in view.

“Zip lining was a completely new experience for me and my partner and we had such a great time doing it for the first time here. Everything went smoothly and our instructors were so much fun, especially Liz! I was freaked out because I am afraid of heights but for those like me, this really was NOT bad at all. As quickly as it starts it’s already over so fast. I wanted to keep going and going after the first run! This is something I will absolutely do again.”

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9.New River Gorge: TreeTops Zipline Tour

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

Spend 3 to 3.5 hours flying through Appalachian forest on 11 ziplines, seven swinging bridges, and Air Stairs. Guides including Ryan, Logan, Steph, and Jacob help first-timers manage the height, while the final 1,800-foot line reaches 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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