Frequently Asked Questions
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What is an Adventure Park?
The Browns Canyon Adventure Park is an aerial playground filled with many challenges and obstacles to conquer. Overlooking the renowned Arkansas River and the Browns Canyon Wilderness Study Area, the park has four courses and other featured challenges, allowing you to choose your challenge based on age, ability, and plain old gumption. Just like at the ski slopes, the courses range from introductory level elements to “blue” and “black” features, designed to test even the most intrepid adventurers. Because the course requires physical strength and stamina, each participant is encouraged to go at his or her own pace, and may not complete every course. The aerial adventure park is open to ages 7 to adults, but certain courses and challenges are restricted by age.Canyon Rim Team Roller Course
Work your way around the perimeter of the park at heights up to 35 feet off the ground on the Canyon Rim Team Roller. Pairs of adventurers can move in tandem along the zip-lines, rope bridges, swings and other obstacles. This course is designed to encourage teamwork and foster encouragement between participants, and can function as an ideal teaching tool for your youth group, family, or corporate workshop. Work together as you problem solve your way across, over, and through each element.Arkansas River Run, Colorado Peaks Playpen, Vertical Limit Courses
When you have worked up your skill, spend some time in the Arkansas River Run and Colorado Peaks Playpen. These courses utilize the “Smart-Belay” system. This belay system is state of the art, designed to prevent accidental unclipping. It keeps you attached to safety systems at all times, allowing you to choose your own direction and which element to conquer next. You will find a variety of beginner and more advanced obstacle choices to test and refine your skills in the Arkansas River Run and Colorado Peaks Playpen. Next, challenge a friend in a race to the top of the Vertical Limit, a side-by-side aerial wall with vertical elements that will test your skill and agility.The Leap of Faith and Big Drop Swing
Other park features include The Leap of Faith and Big Drop Swing. The Leap of Faith is the ultimate let-go experience: climb a 25 foot pole, steady yourself and your partner on a wooden platform, and leap to catch the trapeze bar suspended in front of you! You can catch your breath as you are lowered to the ground, just in time to lose it again on our Big Drop Swing. This feature is an elevated super-swing, on which you and up to two friends can fly out toward the Arkansas River, up to fifty feet high.How does a trip work?
You can reserve a trip, or just drop by our site. We'll supply you with a harness and helmet and give you a safety briefing on how to properly use all the equipment and which courses you can try. Then you are free to choose your challenges, as many as your pass allows. Once your time is expired, you will not be able to start another course.What are the park hours of operation?
The Adventure Park is open daily from 9 AM to 5 PM, and after hours for groups by reservation only.Daytime reservations are available at 9:00 AM and 1:00 PM. Other time slots are available upon request, and walk-ins are welcome. Walk-ins, be sure to come by 2:15 if you want to get a full 2 1/2 hours of park time.
What are the prices for passes?
Please see our prices at Browns Canyon Adventure ParkWhat are the restrictions for participation?
- Minimum age is 7 years old, with sound body and understanding and ability to perform specific safety tasks independently.
- There are supervision requirements on all courses for anyone under age 14.
- Minimum weight is 50 lbs, and maximum weight is 275.
- Other rules and restrictions apply. Please see the Browns Canyon Adventure Park Rules page for more details.
What should I wear?
We will supply you with a harness, helmet, and gloves upon request. You should wear clothing appropriate for outdoor activity, with nothing loose or hanging—no skirts or dresses. Long hair should be tied back, with no dangling jewelry and nothing in pockets. Closed toe shoes must be worn; gym shoes or hiking boots are great options. No flip flops, Crocs or sandals. For safety reasons, we discourage participants from carrying a camera or cell phone on the courses, but spectators may take pictures from below.What kind of physical shape must I be in?
The activities at Browns Canyon Adventure Park are physically strenuous and require sound body and mind. Every participant is encouraged to proceed at his or her own pace, and take breaks whenever necessary. Therefore, not every participant will succeed in completing every course. The more physically fit you are, the more courses you will be likely to complete. Ultimately, you are responsible for deciding which parts of the park you are comfortable attempting. Participants that are pregnant or have a history of head, neck, spine, or heart concerns may be prohibited from participating.How difficult are the courses?
The courses are labeled by level of difficulty, from introductory to very difficult (blue, and black.) You will need to progress through introductory courses before moving to the next level of difficulty. Some elements require strength, reach, and agility as you progress to the more advanced courses. There are a variety of swings, zips, moving footholds, wooden planking, ladders, and places where you need to crawl or duck. Some parts of the course are only 10 feet off the ground, while other elements can be up to 50 feet high. While you will be challenged and encouraged to work on your skills as you progress, some physical limitations may prevent you from completing a course. In this case, a guide will assist you to either complete the course or strategically exit. You will always be attached to safety systems and/or smart belays which are designed to prevent accidental unclipping.Is there any reason I should not do the course?
The course is physically demanding, requiring strength, agility, and cardiovascular stamina. Individuals with the following conditions should consult their physician and inform the Adventure Park staff before participation, and may be deemed ill-suited for the challenges of the park.- Pregnancy. Pregnant women will not be allowed on the course.
- Head, neck, back, or shoulder injury or surgery.
- Cardiac issues or conditions, the possibility of cardiac issues, or difficulty breathing.
- Any recent injury or surgery relevant to course movements.
If you have any questions regarding your specific medical condition or physical limitation, please call us at (719-395-2158).