A Big Swing Thrill in the High Country

High Gravity Adventures in Blowing Rock, North Carolina offers a giant swing experience for guests who want a quick, heart-pounding thrill without committing to a full ropes course or zip line tour. Located between Boone and Blowing Rock next to Tweetsie Railroad, the park’s Giant Swing is a 4-story, 3-person adventure swing that lifts riders high into the air before sending them into a big sweeping drop.

The Giant Swing is built for guests ages 7 and up, with a minimum height requirement of 48 inches and a maximum weight limit of 265 pounds per rider. It’s a great add-on after climbing or zip lining, but it can also be purchased as a standalone activity for visitors who just want one big burst of adrenaline.

What Makes the Giant Swing Special

The Giant Swing is not your backyard swing. Riders are harnessed in, lifted up to 45 feet in the air, and then someone in the group pulls the ripcord to release the swing. From there, you drop into a fast, sweeping arc that brings the screams, laughs, and that classic stomach-drop feeling.

One of the best parts is that it can hold up to three riders at a time, so friends, siblings, parents, and kids can experience the drop together. That makes it especially fun for families and groups because the moment is shared — one person pulls the cord, everyone drops, and the reaction is usually half panic and half laughter.

Each Giant Swing ticket includes two swings, so riders get more than one chance to enjoy the drop. It’s also included in the Ultimate Adventure package, and guests can add the swing to any Zip or Climb adventure at checkout for a discounted add-on price.

Operating Season & Exact Posted Hours

High Gravity Adventures’ Giant Swing schedule follows the park’s seasonal operating calendar, and booking ahead is strongly recommended because hours can change based on weather, staffing, reservations, and seasonal demand.

Summer 2026

May 23 – August 16
Open daily from 9:00 AM to 7:00 PM

August 19 – September 6
Open Wednesday through Friday for Zip Tours
Open weekends from 9:00 AM to 7:00 PM

For Giant Swing visitors during this period, weekend hours are the main posted open park hours. Midweek activity availability may vary, so guests should check the booking calendar.

Labor Day, September 7
Open 9:00 AM to 7:00 PM

Fall 2026

September 9 – November 1
Open Wednesday through Friday for Zip Tours
Open weekends from 10:00 AM to 6:00 PM

For Giant Swing visitors during this period, weekend hours are the main posted open park hours.

November 4 – November 22
Open Wednesday through Friday for Zip Tours
Open weekends from 11:00 AM to 5:00 PM

For Giant Swing visitors during this period, weekend hours are again the main posted open park hours.

November 25 – November 29
Open daily from 11:00 AM to 5:00 PM
Closed on Thanksgiving Day

Winter 2026/2027

December 5 – December 19
Open Saturdays for zip line tours

This period appears focused on zip line tours, so Giant Swing availability should be confirmed before booking.

December 26 – January 3
Open daily from 11:00 AM to 5:00 PM, weather permitting

Final tickets are typically issued at least two hours before closing, so it’s best to book earlier in the day rather than waiting until the last minute.

Prices for the Giant Swing

The Giant Swing is listed at:

$25 per person
Includes two swings
Ages 7 and up
Minimum height: 48 inches
Maximum weight: 265 pounds per rider

Guests can also add the Giant Swing to any Zip or Climb adventure for $10 at checkout, making it an easy and affordable extra thrill if you are already doing another activity.

For the biggest value, the Ultimate Adventure package starts at $100 per person and includes zip lining, climbing, and the Giant Swing. High Gravity promotes this as a bundled option for guests who want the full experience.

High Gravity also offers qualifying rebates or discounts for some guests, including military members, veterans, Appalachian State University students or employees, AAA members, same-season Tweetsie Railroad ticket holders or pass holders, same-season Mystery Hill ticket holders, and guests of select lodging partners.

How to Book

The easiest way to book the Giant Swing is through the High Gravity Adventures online reservation system. Guests can select the Giant Swing as a standalone activity or add it to a Zip or Climb adventure during checkout.

Reservations are recommended, especially during weekends, holidays, and peak summer or fall travel times. Every participant must complete a digital waiver before getting in the air, and guests under 18 must have a waiver completed by a legal guardian.

What Visitors Need to Know Before Going

Wear closed-toe shoes and comfortable clothing that works well with a harness. Loose items should be secured, pockets should be emptied, and long hair should be tied back before riding.

Riders must be at least 7 years old, at least 48 inches tall, and no more than 265 pounds. Children ages 7–10 should be accompanied by an adult, especially if the swing is part of a larger Zip or Climb adventure.

The Giant Swing is a relatively quick activity compared to the zip line tour or ropes course. The full process — getting harnessed, lifted, released, and reset — usually takes around 15 to 20 minutes, depending on the group and activity flow.

Weather can affect operations. Light rain may not automatically cancel activities, but lightning, high winds, ice, extreme cold, or other unsafe conditions can delay or stop the swing. Check your reservation and the weather before heading out.