Fly over trees, feel like a bird soaring in the sky. You can be 5 years old having fun with your grandparents. It is the most popular zip line in Gatlinburg Tennessee.

They are next to the Space Needle. Experienced guides will harness you before taking you to the site. The 9 zip line course is next to the National Park overlooking Gatlinburg. It is affordable, half the price of other zip lines. There are two guides who will help you through out. This zip lines takes you into a lush forest of ferns and wildflowers. Their lines are inspected by the state and the insurance company and a third party every year to assure safety. The guides have been trained not to rush. They will walk you through every step to keep you reassured. There is a professional photographer who will shoot you as you zip past. Dress comfortably and suitably for the weather. They zip in most weather conditions except thunder and lightning. Make sure you have jackets, raincoats, and gloves. You will need to stay warm, dry and comfortable for an hour and a half. Closed toed shoes are an absolute must, without exceptions. Harness seats will wrap around your upper thigh, shoulders and waist so wear collared shirts and pants. You will be wearing a helmet, so ball caps are not recommended. Long hair must be tied back and secured. Each participant is provided with state of the art equipment including helmets. And full body harnesses, trolley, gloves and tether lines.

The guides will transport you up the mountain a few blocks to the zip line and ropes course. You begin on a sky bridge, then a training line. Gradually the lines get longer and higher until you are high in the trees overlooking Gatlinburg. The tour comes to the ground three times. You have to walk only one trail as you ascend to the highest platform. When the tour is finished go to the checking centre. View your helmet cam and purchase souvenirs to take home fond memories.

• All backpacks, purses and cell phones must be kept in your car. 
• They do not permit pregnant women or people with chronic illness to zip line.
• People with recent injuries are not allowed or those under the influence of drugs and liquor.
• They have several combination deals, so check their website.
• They have group discounts as well.
• They are open year round, so book tickets in advance since they get booked quickly.

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