Ziplining in Big Bear: 9 high-speed ziplines & suspension bridge

Fly through the treetops at 35 mph, then walk a suspension bridge over mountain terrain.

Ziplining in Big Bear is a three-hour activity where you ride off-road two miles into the forest, gear up with a professional guide, and fly through nine high-speed ziplines strung down the mountain at speeds up to 35 mph, with a suspension bridge crossing in between. You must check in 15 minutes early. Tours leave on time and do not wait for late arrivals. Participants weigh between 65 and 250 lbs, are at least 8 years old, and must be able to walk down roughly 20 stairs twice, reach both arms overhead to grab a cable, balance on a stool, and cross a wood plank bridge.

Step-by-step itinerary

Zipline adventure in Big Bear forest

• Ride off-road vehicle two miles
• Gear up and safety briefing
• Cross suspension bridge
• Zipline on nine high-speed lines

The experience

You start at the zipline site in Big Bear, where you check in and climb into an off-road vehicle for a two-mile ride deeper into the forest. The guides hand out helmets, harnesses and gloves, all compliant with California safety rules, and walk you through the safety briefing. Then you trek to a suspension bridge that crosses over mountain terrain. It's your first real test of balance and nerve, and it gives you a taste of what the ziplines will demand.

The nine ziplines run down the mountain at speeds up to 35 mph, with views of Johnson Valley, the San Bernardino National Forest and San Gorgonio Mountain, the tallest peak in Southern California, stretched out below you as you fly. The guides stay with you throughout, showing you how to brake, how to position yourself on the cable, and how to land. The exact duration depends on how many people are on your tour, but the whole experience runs roughly two hours from the time you leave the site.

Bring water and wear closed-toe shoes: sneakers or hiking boots work, but no sandals or flip-flops. The tour operates in all weather. If extreme conditions hit, you'll be offered an alternative date or a voucher. You cannot bring bags or valuables onto the course, so lock them in your car or leave them at home. No tobacco, alcohol or gum are permitted. A GoPro rental is available if you want video of the run, and souvenir photos can be purchased after you finish.

What’s included

• All safety equipment including helmet, harness and gloves.
• professional guide leading the entire course.
• off-road vehicle ride two miles into the forest.
• nine high-speed ziplines.
• suspension bridge crossing.
• drinking water and restroom access.

Before you book

Days and timesEvery day except Tuesday and WednesdayDepartures at 11:00 and 13:00

Book up to18h before

AgesAdult (8 and older) · Under 8: can't be booked

GroupUp to 18

Live guideEnglish

Meeting point and pickupNo hotel pickup: you go to the meeting point. Ends back at the starting point.

Cancellation and refundsFree cancellation up to 24 h before the start. After that, no refund.It may be canceled due to bad weather or if the minimum number of travelers isn't reached. If that happens, you're offered another date or a refund.

Prices and times updated 7 days ago

Good to know

Low physical effortNot recommended during pregnancyNot recommended with heart problemsNot recommended with back problems

Operated by Action Zipline Tours

Is this one for you?The three-hour window means you can fit this into a free afternoon in Big Bear without blocking out your whole day, though the off-road ride and safety briefing leave no time for a long lunch before or after. If you have the morning or afternoon open and want a single concentrated rush, this works. If you need flexibility to wander town or hit multiple stops, a shorter activity would leave more room.

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Top questions

What happens if it rains?

It may be canceled due to bad weather. If that happens, you're offered another date or a refund. Free cancellation up to 24 h before the start.

How fast do the ziplines go in Big Bear?

The nine ziplines run at speeds up to 35 mph, with gravity pulling you down the mountain while the guides control your descent and landing.

What do I need to be able to do physically to zipline in Big Bear?

You must be able to walk down roughly 20 stairs twice, reach both arms above your head to grab and pull a cable, balance standing on a stool, and walk across a wood plank suspension bridge. You need use of both hands and feet and vision in at least one eye.

What's included in the Big Bear zipline tour?

The tour includes the off-road ride to the course, all safety equipment (helmet, harness, gloves), the professional guide, nine ziplines, the suspension bridge crossing, drinking water and restroom access.

Do I need to arrive early for the zipline tour?

Yes, you must check in 15 minutes before your tour time. Tours leave promptly at the designated time and do not wait for late arrivals.

What are the weight and age limits for ziplining in Big Bear?

Participants must weigh at least 65 lbs and no more than 250 lbs, be at least 8 years old, have a minimum 24-inch waist, and be no taller than 6 feet 7 inches.

What happens if the weather is bad on the day of my tour?

The tour operates in all weather conditions, so dress appropriately for the mountain. If extreme weather forces a cancellation, you'll be offered an alternative date or a voucher to return another time.