Ziplining Santa Ynez Valley: Netted aerial playground

You climb and bounce through a netted course suspended in the trees, not on the ground.

Skynet Playground is a netted aerial activity in Santa Ynez Valley where you bounce, balance, crawl and climb through an elevated course among oak canopy for up to 90 minutes. Expert guides provide safety instruction and oversee the experience. Children from age 2 are welcome. Service animals are allowed. The course accommodates up to 25 guests per timeslot.

The experience

The Skynet Playground sits inside a grove of old oak trees in Santa Ynez Valley, and the course itself is a netted structure that lets you move through three dimensions instead of staying on solid ground. You bounce on netting, balance across suspended sections, crawl through passages and climb through the canopy: all within a safety net that catches you if you slip. The setup means you're engaging your whole body and your sense of balance in ways a regular playground doesn't ask for.

You check in at Basecamp to sign your waiver and confirm you're eligible, then the Skynet Guides walk through the safety guidelines before you enter the course. The guides stay present throughout your session to make sure you're moving safely and to answer questions as you work through the different sections. Up to 90 minutes gives you time to explore the course at your own pace without feeling rushed, and with a maximum of 25 people per timeslot, you're not navigating around crowds.

The oak grove itself is part of the experience. You're surrounded by the trees while you move through the netting, and the views stay with you whether you're inside the Playground or taking a break outside. This works for families with young kids, groups doing team-building, or anyone marking a special occasion with something more active than a typical outing.

What’s included

• Up to 90 minutes of access to the netted aerial course.
• expert guide instruction and safety oversight throughout your session.
• scenic views of the old oak grove.

Before you book

Days and timesEvery day11 departure times: the first at 10:00, the last at 15:00

Book up to1h before

AgesAdult (18 to 64 years) · Senior (65 and older) · Youth (7 to 17 years) · Child (2 to 6 years)

GroupUp to 25

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.

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Good to know

Low physical effortStroller-friendlyPets welcomeNot recommended during pregnancyNot recommended with heart problemsNot recommended with back problems

Operated by Highline Adventures

Is this one for you?The course asks you to move actively (bouncing, balancing, crawling and climbing), so it suits people who are comfortable with physical engagement and don't need a stationary experience. The netting catches you if you slip, which means you can push your limits without the fear of a fall, making it workable for families and groups with varying confidence levels.

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Top questions

Can children come?

Yes. Ticket types: Youth (7 to 17 years); Child (2 to 6 years).

What happens when I first arrive?

You check in at Basecamp to sign your waiver and verify eligibility, then the Skynet Guides go over key safety guidelines before you enter the netted course.

How much time do I actually spend in the course?

You have up to 90 minutes of access to the Skynet Playground, so you can move through the different sections at your own pace without a strict schedule.

What is the netted course actually like to move through?

The course features netting you bounce on, sections where you balance, passages you crawl through, and areas you climb: all suspended among the oak canopy, so you're moving in multiple directions rather than staying on the ground.

Are service animals allowed?

Service animals are allowed at the Skynet Playground, so you can bring a certified service animal with you during your session.