ZIP LINE

High Gravity Adventures — Zip Lining in Blowing Rock, North Carolina

A High-Flying Zip Line Adventure in the High Country

High Gravity Adventures offers a guided zip line experience in Blowing Rock, North Carolina, located between Boone and Blowing Rock right beside Tweetsie Railroad. Their main zip lining attraction is the High Altitude Zip Line Tour, a family-friendly aerial adventure built for guests who want the thrill of flying through the trees without having to handle the technical side themselves.

The tour is designed for guests ages 7 and up who meet the weight requirement, and it takes roughly 2 to 2.5 hours from start to finish. After checking in, guests get geared up, take a shuttle ride to the treehouse launch area, receive a safety briefing, and then begin working through a guided series of zip lines that build in speed, height, and excitement as the tour goes on.

What Makes Their Zip Lining Special

What makes High Gravity’s zip line tour stand out is that it is fully guided and beginner-friendly. Guests do not have to self-brake, which is a big deal for first-timers. The guides handle the braking, equipment flow, and technical details, so riders can focus on the ride, the mountain views, and the fun of flying through the trees.

The High Altitude Zip Line Tour includes 5 zip lines, a sky bridge, and a big finish with the Dropzone, a 70-foot, feet-first controlled freefall using Powerfan technology. The tour starts off lower and easier, then builds toward longer, faster, and higher lines, including a 1,000-foot express line across the valley. That progression makes it exciting without throwing guests straight into the deep end.

Operating Season & Exact Posted Hours

High Gravity Adventures’ zip line schedule changes by season, and booking ahead is strongly recommended because activity times can sell out or shift based on weather and reservations.

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

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

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

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

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 smart to book earlier in the day instead of waiting until the last minute.

Prices for Zip Lining

The High Altitude Zip Line Tour is listed at:

$80 per person
Ages 7 and up
Weight requirement: 75–265 pounds
Duration: approximately 2 to 2.5 hours

For guests who want to do more than zip lining, 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 savings option, with the package offering savings compared to purchasing activities separately.

They also offer rebates for qualifying guests, including Appalachian State University students or employees, military members, veterans, 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 zip lining is through the High Gravity Adventures online reservation system. Guests select the High Altitude Zip Line Tour, choose a date and time, complete the booking, and fill out the required digital waiver before arrival.

Reservations are strongly recommended because popular time slots can sell out, and without a reservation, guests are not guaranteed an adventure. Anyone under 18 needs a legal guardian to complete the waiver. Groups should contact the park in advance if they need help coordinating schedules or pricing.

What Visitors Need to Know Before Going

Wear closed-toe shoes and comfortable outdoor clothing that works well with a harness. Long hair should be tied back, loose items should be secured, and pockets should be emptied before going up.

Guests must be at least 7 years old and meet the weight requirement. Children ages 7–10 must be accompanied by a ticketed adult. High Gravity provides the necessary gear, including helmets, harnesses, trolleys, guides, and a safety briefing.

Tours may run in light rain, but lightning, high winds, extreme cold, ice, or other unsafe conditions can delay or cancel activities. Because the park’s activities are weather-dependent, guests should check the forecast and their reservation status before heading out.