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PHOTO COURTESY OF SKAMANIA LODGE ZIP LINE TOUR
PHOTO BY KRISSY ALLORI (KRISSYALLORI.COM), COURTESY OF TREE TO TREE ADVENTURE PARK
Tree to Tree Adventure Park in Gaston offers zip courses for kids, teens and adults, plus an aerial
obstacle course that’s fun for all (participants must be at 75 pounds for the obstacle course).
Get unmatched views of the Columbia River Gorge from the zip lines at Skamania Lodge.
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tight ropes, and balance beams. The lines are lowered on the first two levels
to cater to “’tweens” who aren’t quite tall enough to reach the lines on the
adult course. There’s also a kids’ course, which is just like the adults’ course,
but a little closer to the ground. It’s a great way for kids to gain confidence,
strength and skills while having a whooping good time.
The zip park – Woody’s Ziptastic Voyage – is separate from the Aerial Obstacle courses. It features six different zip lines, about 80 feet at their highest point with the longest run spanning 1,280 feet. Kids can reach speeds
of up to 35 mph, but don’t worry – each participant is equipped with a
helmet, full body harness, and a thorough orientation that covers safety to
keep kids safe while they’re flying through the air.
Hours: Open daily during summer. First outing at 9 am; last outing at 4 pm.
Reservations required.
Prices: The Kids’ Obstacle Course costs $32 for two hours. To use this
course, kids must be under 5´ tall but be able to reach their hand over their
head up to 5´ flat-footed. The ‘Tween Course (for those whose flat-footed
reach is at least 5´11˝) is $40. The Adult Course (must have a flat-footed
reach of 6´6˝) is $48.
Woody’s Ziptastic Voyage is $75. For this option, kids must weigh at least
75 pounds.
Combination packages (aerial course and zip line) are $97 for kids,
$105 for ‘Tweens and $113 for adults.
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Skamania Lodge Zip Line Tour
1131 Skamania Lodge Way, Stevenson, Washington; 509-427-0202;
zipnskamania.com
Skamania Lodge opened its own zip line park last year, with seven zip
lines ranging in length from 100 to more than 800 feet, plus sky bridges,
tree decks, a belay station and more. The park offers spectacular views of
the Columbia River Gorge – from a vantage point you can’t get anywhere
else. You don’t have to be a guest of the lodge to soar over the tree-covered
hillsides, where riders can reach speeds of 45 mph!
Like Tree to Tree Adventure Park, participants receive an orientation and
are fitted with mandatory safety equipment. In addition, all zip line tours
are led by experienced guides.
Hours: Tours available from 9 am-5 pm daily, or later by special request.
Each tour last 2.5 hours. Reservations recommended.
Price: $99 per person, discount for groups of 10 or more. (Two people
required for a booking.) Weight must fall between 60 and 275 lbs. to participate.
This article originally ran in Metro Parent’s June 2013 issue. The information
has been updated for summer 2014.