Mountaintop Zipline in Pelling: 6 dual lines and aerial bridges

Ride six dual ziplines side-by-side, then walk the sky bridges

The Mountaintop Zipline is a 2-hour aerial adventure in Pelling where you zip on six dual-line runs, traverse four sky bridges, and rappel down from the final platform, all from platforms high above the treetops. An ATV carries you 400 vertical feet up the mountainside to start, and a live guide leads the whole experience. Children from age 5 are welcome. Closed-toe shoes and moderate fitness are required.

The experience

The day starts with an ATV ride up the mountain: a 6-passenger vehicle that climbs 400 vertical feet over half a mile to reach the first platform. From there, the ziplines begin. You'll ride six dual-line runs, each one letting you zip side-by-side with a friend or family member instead of going solo. The platforms sit high enough above the treetops to give you 360-degree views of the Great Smoky Mountains from each stop, and the lines themselves are longer and higher than standard zipline setups.

Between the zipline runs, you'll walk across four aerial bridges suspended above the ground. The bridges are the part that makes you feel the height. They're narrower and more exposed than the ziplines, so the sensation is different. At the end of the tour, instead of another zipline, you rappel down from the final platform at a controlled, steady speed, which is how the 2-hour experience closes out.

A live guide in English leads the whole group through the course, explaining the history of the Smokies as you move between platforms. You'll have free cell-phone lockers at the start so you don't have to carry your phone on the lines. The tour is built for groups, and kids as young as 5 can participate if they're at least 42 inches tall. Weight limits apply: 250 pounds for most participants, or 270 pounds if you're 5'10" or taller.

What’s included

• The tour includes six dual-line zipline runs where you ride side-by-side with a companion.
• four aerial bridges to walk across between the ziplines.
• a rappel descent from the final platform at controlled speed.
• an ATV ride up the mountain to start.
• a live English-speaking guide for the full 2 hours.
• and free cell-phone lockers.

Before you book

Days and timesMonday to Saturday13 departure times: the first at 08:40, the last at 16:40

Book up to2d before

AgesAdult (13 to 90 years) · Child (5 to 12 years) · Under 5: can't be booked

GroupUp to 12

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. If that happens, you're offered another date or a refund.

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Good to know

Moderate physical effort

Operated by CLIMB Works Smoky Mountains

Is this one for you?The tour runs for 2 hours with constant movement between platforms, bridges, and ziplines, so it suits travelers with moderate fitness and comfort at height. If you prefer a slower pace or have mobility concerns, this activity's aerial setup and continuous climbing make it demanding.

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Top questions

Can children come?

Yes. Ticket types: Child (5 to 12 years). Children under 5 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. Free cancellation up to 24 h before the start.

What happens if I'm afraid of heights?

The tour involves six zipline runs, four aerial bridges, and a rappel descent, all from platforms high above the treetops, so it's built around the aerial experience. If heights are a concern, this activity may not be the right fit: consider whether you're comfortable spending 2 hours at elevation before booking.

Do I need to bring anything or wear specific gear?

You must wear closed-toe shoes. The tour provides all safety equipment and harnesses. Cell-phone lockers are free, so you can leave your phone behind instead of carrying it on the lines.

How long is the ATV ride to the top?

The ATV carries you up the mountainside over half a mile, gaining 400 vertical feet to reach the first platform where the ziplines begin. It's the opening part of the 2-hour experience.

What if I have a knee or back injury? Can I still go?

The Mountaintop Zipline requires moderate physical fitness and mobility. Guests with recurring or pre-existing conditions or injuries that limit mobility, or those who've had recent major knee, back, or leg surgeries, cannot participate.

Is there a weight limit?

The weight limit is 250 pounds for most participants, or 270 pounds if you're 5'10" or taller. These limits are set for safety on the equipment.