Colorado Springs: Seven Falls Zipline & Rappel Tour

Summary

Soar above Seven Falls canyon zip lines bridges and wild cliffs

You’ll feel your pulse quicken as you zip high above Seven Falls Canyon in Colorado Springs, crossing wild suspension bridges and finishing with a 180-foot assisted rappel. With a local guide leading and all equipment included, every moment feels both safe and exhilarating — even if your hands shake a little at first.

What’s the experience like?

I still remember stepping out of the van at Seven Falls, Colorado Springs — my hands already a little sweaty, not gonna lie. Our guide, Jake, had this way of making everyone relax right away (he joked about his own first time zipping here). The canyon walls looked even steeper up close than I’d pictured. You can hear the water somewhere below and the wind sort of whistling through the pines. They checked our harnesses twice, which honestly felt comforting.

The first zipline? I barely heard anything except my own heartbeat and then the rush of air as I went out over that drop — it’s like your stomach stays behind for a second. You really get why they call this the Fins Course; those weirdly thin rock ridges look almost unreal from above. At one point, Jake pointed out a hawk circling under us (he said they nest in the cliffs every spring). The bridges were shakier than I expected — Li laughed when I grabbed the rope too tight — but you get used to it after a minute or two.

By the time we got to the last zip (the long one), everyone was grinning like idiots. There’s this moment where you just float above everything — trees, rocks, that crazy blue sky — and it’s quiet except for your harness humming. The final rappel down 180 feet to the canyon floor was… well, I didn’t expect my legs to shake that much at the bottom. But it felt good. Kind of proud, actually.

Step-by-step itinerary

Day 1 — Fins Course Zipline Adventure

• Arrive at Seven Falls Canyon
• Receive safety briefing and gear check
• Soar over steep drops and rock formations
• Cross two custom-built suspension bridges
• Zip-line across Seven Falls Canyon
• Complete 180-foot controlled rappel
• Finish tour and return to base

Top questions

How long is the Seven Falls zipline tour?

The Fins Course zipline tour lasts about three hours from start to finish.

Are there weight limits for the Colorado Springs zipline?

Yes, all guests must weigh between 90 and 250 pounds fully clothed for safety reasons.

Is hotel pickup included in the Seven Falls zipline tour?

No hotel pickup is mentioned; transport is provided by air-conditioned minivan from a set meeting point.

What should I wear on the Fins Course zipline?

You must wear closed-toed shoes and dress appropriately for weather; five-toed shoes are not allowed.

Does the tour include lunch or snacks?

No meals are included, but bottled water is provided during the activity.

Can I bring my camera or phone on the ziplines?

Small pouches are available for phones or wallets; large cameras or backpacks can’t go on course but will be transported to you at the end.

Is this tour suitable for beginners?

You should have moderate fitness; guides provide instruction and support throughout so beginners are welcome if comfortable with heights.

What happens if there’s bad weather?

Tours may be delayed or affected by weather conditions; check with operators before arrival if storms are forecasted.

What’s included

Your adventure includes bottled water to keep you refreshed, all safety equipment for zipping and rappelling, professional guides who handle everything from gear checks to encouragement, plus transport by air-conditioned minivan between meeting point and Seven Falls canyon itself.