Branson zipline canopy tour: Eight cables through the Ozarks
Eight cables strung across the Ozarks, from a gentle start to nearly 6,000 feet of flight.
Shepherd of the Hills zipline canopy tour in Branson lets you zip across eight progressively longer cables through 1,500 acres of Ozark forest, with a local guide leading groups of up to 12 people. The tour runs 30 minutes to 2 hours depending on group size and your pace. A shorter four-cable option exists for those trying ziplines for the first time, and the terrain requires minimal hiking or stair climbing, making it accessible for seniors and children without cutting the thrill.
The experience
The eight-cable route starts you off on shorter lines to build your rhythm, then stretches into longer flights as your confidence grows. You're zipping through the property that became Shepherd of the Hills, the oldest and most historic attraction in Branson, now part of a 1,500-acre conservation area. The cables themselves are the whole point: no stops for views or history lessons, just the Ozark canopy rolling beneath you as you move from one platform to the next.
If this is your first time on a zipline, the four-cable tour gives you the same setup without the full eight-cable commitment. Either way, you're moving through the forest under your own momentum, not watching it from below. A local guide manages the group and the equipment. You handle the speed and the landing. The terrain is gentle enough that you're not scrambling up hillsides between cables: most people find the walking manageable even if they don't consider themselves hikers.
Tours run as short as 30 minutes or stretch to 2 hours depending on how many people are in your group and how long everyone takes at each platform. Groups max out at 12, so you're not waiting in a line of fifty. Closed-toed shoes are required. Flip-flops won't work. You need to weigh under 250 pounds, and anyone under 16 needs an adult on the tour with them.
What’s included
- Local guide leading the tour.
- eight progressively longer ziplines (or four cables on the beginner option).
- all safety harnesses and equipment.
- access to the 1,500-acre Shepherd of the Hills property.
Information
Lasts 2h, runs every day, 4 start times, from US$ 99 per person and in groups of up to 10.
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Operated by The Shepherd of the Hills
Is this one for you?The eight-cable route gets you the full Ozark flight without the hiking that keeps most canopy tours grounded. You move between platforms on easy terrain, so the day is all ziplines and no scrambling.
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Top questions
Can children come?
Yes. Ticket types: Child (3 to 12 years). Children under 3 can't be included in the booking.
What happens if it rains?
It may be canceled due to bad weather. If that happens, you're offered another date or a refund. No refund if you cancel.
How many ziplines does the full Branson canopy tour include?
The full tour has eight cables that grow progressively longer, eventually covering nearly 6,000 feet total. A shorter four-cable option is available if you want to try ziplines for the first time without committing to the full route.
What's the terrain like between the ziplines at Shepherd of the Hills?
The canopy tour requires minimal hiking or stair climbing, which is why it works well for seniors and children. You're walking between platforms, not scrambling up steep hillsides.
How long does the Branson zipline tour take?
Tours run anywhere from 30 minutes to 2 hours depending on your group size and how long people spend at each platform. A local guide leads the group and manages the pace.
What do I need to bring or wear for the zipline canopy tour?
You must wear closed-toed shoes: flip-flops are not allowed. The tour provides the harness and safety equipment. You'll need to weigh under 250 pounds to participate.
Is the Branson zipline tour good for someone who's never ziplined before?
Yes. The four-cable beginner tour is designed specifically for first-timers and requires no hiking or climbing of stairs. Even the full eight-cable route starts with shorter cables to build your confidence before moving to the longer flights.
Branson zipline canopy tour: Eight cables through the Ozarks
2h
from US$ 99 per person