Zip lines, wobbly hanging obstacles, and daredevil balance beams make for a great family-friendly day of adventure at Treetop Adventures in Tahoe City. There is no better way to spend a wild, interactive, and dirty good time in the Lake Tahoe area. This family had loads of fun and wants to share our experience so other families can have memories that will last a long time.
All ages are welcome to participate or at least watch which is great for the whole family. This place even allows those as young as 5 years old to participate which is a rare thing to find - small kids rejoice! Grandparents or others that do not want to take a chance on the cables or swing like Tarzan, are welcome on the property to watch - for NO FEE! Another reason to love this place.
This review includes the following, keep reading to find out:
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How to Prepare for Your Treetop Adventures Visit
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Tahoe City Location Offers
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All About the Courses
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Treetop Adventure Courses We Enjoyed
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Our Recommendations
Tahoe Treetop Adventures - easy course
How to Prepare for Your Treetop Adventures Visit:
- Must wear closed-toes shoes.
- Layers are encouraged since weather can change and you can get a workout.
- Operates even in rain or snow - so no refunds.
- Bring a water bottle. You can refill at the large jug in the middle of the course.
- One bathroom near the site but it is down the hill and not very close.
- Arrive 15 minutes early to ensure you register and are ready to go.
- Go at your own pace, try whatever course you want. This includes doing some several times or skipping any you may not have the nerve to do (no black diamonds for me thank you very much!)
- No picnic grounds. If you bring a snack, pack it in and pack it out.
- No pets allowed.
Youth Harness Area - Petite Moms Welcome!!!
Tahoe City Location Offers:
- Good for ages 5+ and those up to 260 lbs.
- Price includes 2.5 hours of fun
- Helmets and safety harnesses are included (can wear your own bike or climbing helmet)
- Once you start a course, you cannot "escape/quit". You must finish as there is only one way to clip on at the start and off at the end - for safety reasons. (I do admit there was a moment where I wished I could escape near the end of Twins! - find out more below)
- Seated viewing area under the courses and several trails for everyone to enjoy, even those not participating (NO FEE TO JUST COME AND WATCH!)
Seating area @ Treetop Adventures Tahoe
All About the Courses:
- 10 one of a kind courses; 2 beginner (green), 6 intermediate(blue), 2 advanced(black diamond)*
- *Minimum 49” height requirement to do the Black Diamond courses
- 97 Tree Platforms
- 27 Zip Lines - the longest at 300’ in length
- 60 Unique Obstacles
The twins loving the name of this course
Course Markers
Treetop Adventure Courses We Enjoyed:
Snowboard (intermediate) - lots of fun obstacles on this course. A few were surprising and I was glad Enzo was ahead of me. He would step on something and then I would be able to plan ahead while he was like "UH WHAT!" So Fun! Next, there is a large cargo net that you cross that made me feel like Spiderman. The Snowboard that you "ride" across the sky is almost magic carpet-like and my favorite by far!
Rainbow (intermediate) - This one we did twice. It is a short course near the start and has many zip lines. It is fun to do quickly as you can do a few obstacles and mostly enjoy sailing through the sky. When you are tired near the end and working your way back to turn in your gear, this is a good last hoorah in the final 10 minutes or so.
Rings (difficult) - Neither parent tried this black diamond course. The kids were not letting this one pass by and they all braved it. It took a while to get through the course and had some difficult moments. Enzo had a great crowd of about 2 dozen folks cheering him on during one difficult area. Finally, as he conquered it, they all erupted in cheers and claps. It was awesome (he was embarrassed but I actually teared up at how well he did and how amazing people are!).
Chimes (difficult) - The other black diamond but this one Ian did go on. Yes, if you are counting that means this mom did NOT go on either black diamond course. No regrets and not ashamed. I wanted to have fun and not be tired and frustrated. Glad I did not do it as Ian was "spent" after it. Meanwhile, Miley rocked it and loved it. The large hanging wooden "chimes" stepping obstacle was crazy high. This took Ian a long time to cross and he tired himself out on this obstacle. Thankfully the fun zip lines that brought them back down to Earth was worth the work.
Twins (intermediate) - The course has a very long wobbly plank bridge that goes between two trees and a long cargo net to walk through. My gear buckles kept getting caught on this and made me real slow - sorry to those lined up waiting behind me. Next was a single wire with a few hanging cross-wires for holding at one point had me stumped and freaked out. This is the one place I really wished you could just quit in the middle of a course. The kids just sailed through it all quickly of course. Landon did get some scrapes on this one. I got huge bruises from the bridge planks. The plank bridge also drew some blood on Ian's leg. Nothing scary but we earned our injuries.
We also started off with the two easy courses near the start of the trails. These went quickly and were a great way to get the kids ready for action. We were not sure how one of the kids would take to the heights and wobbles so this was a good tester. They fell in love immediately and we could no longer keep up with their excitement!
Miley working Rings (Black Diamond!)
Chimes - large wood stepping obstacle (the cargo net is part of Snowboard next to it)
Ian Riding the Rainbow
Our Recommendations:
- Make a reservation and go early in the day - fewer people will be on the courses.
- Start off with a beginner course if you have never been here before.
- DO NOT attempt a Black Diamond course at the beginning or the end. You will get a workout and if you do a Black Diamond near the end you may not have the muscle to continue. (we did see a few folks get stuck for quite a bit on one)
- Stay away from a group or lots of others. One person per zipline or obstacle. If you are right behind someone, you need to let them finish before you can proceed on everything. This will slow you down and waste your precious 2.5 hours.
- Take turns taking photos and videos of one another, great memories.
- Make sure at least a few of you have good pockets, preferably with zippers. This way you have a safe place for your car keys, camera, phone, etc.
Black Diamond Warning @ Tahoe Treetop Adventures - Tahoe City
PIN THIS FOR SAFEKEEPING & SHARING!
Staff is very helpful and seems to really enjoy working with everyone. In addition, they are there not only to get you geared up and teach you how to go about your time they but they are also there in case you get stuck. Staff can help get you back through a zip line or talk you through an obstacle that may be difficult.
Overall, we highly recommend Tahoe Treetop Adventure. We went to the Tahoe City location and just loved it. This is a great day trip from anywhere around the Lake Tahoe / Truckee area. Lastly, the entire family will love this whether you are a participant or a spectator. I can see how this would be also good for team building for companies.
Make a reservation, clip on a helmet, harness up, and have FUN!
Find out more at their website: https://www.tahoetreetop.com
And after a day of fun, you are sure to be hungry. If you are heading to the South Lake Tahoe area, we recommend a great family- friendly pub with comfort food and great drinks. Head over to MacDuff's Public House after reading my review here - https://theshortordercook.com/macduffs-public-house-lake-tahoes-best-pub/
Caroline Parrott says
OMG! Your fam is so adventurous. Thank for the thorough write-up, as I had never heard of such a place.
Angela says
It was a great adventure for sure. If you are ever in the area, check it out - fun for all ages. And for those not so adventurous, watching and taking pictures is a blast too.
Haley Kelley says
This is something I would love to do with my family! We are always looking for new adventures!
Malia says
Oooh, what a fun place to adventure! Thanks for the heads up on the singular bathroom being down the hill. That's always good to know ahead of time.
Angela says
The mom in me takes notice of bathroom locations and situations at all times - haha!
Katie Wolfe says
Looks like so much fun! We were just in Tahoe in May but there was still snow on the ground so we missed out on certain fun things like this!
Angela says
They do this rain, shine, or snow! Next time you are there, please check it out. I would say it is a must-do.
Kate says
Wow! What a place. My husband and I love ziplines and the challenges look fun. Thanks for giving us something totally new to be on the lookout for when we travel if we don't get to Tahoe anytime soon!
Angela says
Glad to help out. I hope you find something similar soon, you will not be disappointed.
Michele says
Whoa! This looks like so much fun! Well, I would skip the diamonds as well! But wow!
Angela says
I do not blame you on the black diamonds - haha! It is not for everyone but there is so much to do and have fun on.
Maria says
Looks like an amazing day!
Suzan says
What a great adventure & fun time for all! Love days like these!
Stacey says
This looks really fun! I would definitely do the easier ones. In fact, my whole family would probably do the easier ones! I agree with getting there early when you can. I love avoiding crowds!
Angela says
Yes get there early and do whatever courses you are comfortable enough with doing. That is part of the beauty of this place, it really is fun for everyone.
Melissa Jones says
That looks fantastic! My teens and husband would have a blast (me too!)!!
Angela says
It is pretty darn amazing. I cannot recommend it enough. We have already told a few local friends about it that were heading to Tahoe and all have sent us pictures and messages about how much they loved it and thanked us.
Heather says
Wow, this is quite an adventure. I would be scared to death. LOL!
Tricia Snow says
This looks amazing! I have a trip planned with ziplining next month!
Angela says
Have fun!
Kendra says
So cool! I'd love to try that!
Jennifer says
Such a fun and adventurous mama!!
Angela says
Thanks, I try - eek!
Ramae Hamrin says
I went on a zip line course in North Carolina a few years ago, and I was so scared. I almost panicked and quit halfway through, but them getting me down was more scary than continuing on. I've never been so happy to be on solid ground in my life! If I could get past that fear, this sounds really fun. Maybe not the black diamond courses though.
Angela says
Oh that must have been scary - glad you tried it though. As for the black diamonds - no thanks, I agree!
Jennifer Morrison says
What an awesome adventure!!! My family would love this and we not too far from Tahoe. Love that they spell out what is expected in each course so that we don't get in over our heads.
Karla says
This just moved WAY UP on my bucket list. WITH kids!!!! Thanks.
Robin says
Wow! This places looks like sooo much fun!!!!
jen says
This looks totally bad ass!!! I'm looking into it for sure
Magan says
This looks like an awesome place! So many fun adventures to be had here.
Wendy Hammock says
This looks like a fun workout.
Angela says
It was fun and for sure a workout. My forearms were sore the next day - I guess I was holding on for dear life a bit too hard the entire time. haha
Jen says
This looks so fun! My daughter would love it.
Jenna says
This place looks like so much fun! I have 4 boys who would love to do something like this!
Angela says
OH yeah, they would go crazy here and have the best time!
Nicole says
This looks fun, we are super close to Tahoe!
Angela says
Yes, it is worth a few hours drive - your family will love it!
Junell DuBois says
What a fun adventure to try out. I had no idea anything like this was at Tahoe.
Christina Furnival Real Life Mama says
So fun! I didn't know they had a place like this in Tahoe!
Cindy says
Wow how fun! And lots of courses to choose from. My grandkids would love this!
Annette Durbin says
Love this post!! Sounds like a lot of great fun!!
Ruth Iaela-Pukahi says
This looks like a lot of fun! I think all my kids would try it. I think I would even try! Now to get us to Tahoe! 🙂