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11 ziplines span 1.25 miles of old-growth forest hidden below a verdant canopy – The Gorge Zipline Canopy Adventure takes adventurers on a 1.25 mile journey above the canopies covering an old growth forest. Descend more than 1,000 feet across 11 ziplines, rappel from daunting heights, and uncover electrifying panoramic views of the Green River Gorge at the sky bridge. Experienced guides are there to facilitate your zipline canopy adventure at several junctures or snap a picture of your group from an awe-inspiring vantage point. 

If The Gorge Zipline Canopy Adventure has only whetted your thrill-seeking appetite, strap on your lifejacket for “rough” waters ahead! Sister company Green River Adventures is the best destination in the area for whitewater rafting, waterfall rappelling, and more aquatic fun.

A thrill seeker rides the zip line at The Gorge.

Enjoy incredible mountain views as you zip line into The Gorge!

All adventures are labeled according to activity level, adrenaline level, and experience level. The Upper Green River guided whitewater rafting trek is ideal for thrill-seekers ages 16 and up who want to take on Level II-III rapids in one of the steepest portions of the river. 

Person crossing a bridge on The Gorge Zipline Adventure

Conquer your fears by taking on the range of obstacles, many of which grant views of jaw-dropping vistas!

For an experience just as captivating but more on the mellow side, book the Classic Swimming Hole Hike. It’s the perfect 3-mile, 4-hour family activity for participants ages 5 and up. Enjoy the refreshing pool, wind through waterfall veils, leap off rocks, or cruise down natural waterslides – no Carolina childhood is complete without a hike to a secret swimming hole.

Person rappeling at The Gorge Zipline Adventure

You'll drop a total of 1100 feet+ over the course of 11 ziplines and 3 rappels!

Outfitter: The Gorge Zipline

Address: 166 Honey Bee Dr Saluda NC

Site: thegorgezipline.com

Ages: 70-25 weight threshold; recommended for 10+ years old; all riders of The Gorge must sign a waiver; riders under 18 years old require parent/legal guardian supervision

Thrill-o-meter: 10

Rates: $129/pp; $69/pp “Quick Flight” option for groups of 8+ people

Dates: 9 AM to 5 PM daily through August; open daily (except Tuesday) September-October

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