


Go Ape Zipline and Adventure Park
About
Go Ape Creve Coeur delivers an exhilarating treetop adventure that will have your thrill-seeking kids talking about it for months. This aerial obstacle course features ziplines, rope bridges, and challenging platforms suspended high in the forest canopy, offering a perfect blend of outdoor adventure and confidence-building physical activity for families with older children who crave excitement.
Highlights
- ✓Multiple ziplines ranging from short warm-ups to thrilling long rides through the forest canopy
- ✓Challenging rope bridges and suspended obstacles that test balance and courage
- ✓Tree-to-tree platforms creating an immersive treetop adventure experience
- ✓Professional safety equipment and training that helps kids push their comfort zones safely
- ✓Sense of accomplishment and confidence boost from completing the aerial course
Pro Tips
- 1.Book online in advance to secure your preferred time slot and save money,walk-up availability can be limited, especially on weekends
- 2.Wear closed-toe athletic shoes (required) and comfortable clothes you can move in; avoid loose jewelry and tie back long hair
- 3.Arrive 30 minutes early for check-in, safety briefing, and harness fitting,the entire experience takes 2-3 hours
- 4.Bring a small water bottle that can clip to your belt or harness, and apply sunscreen before arrival since you'll be in the trees for extended periods
- 5.Consider wearing gloves (or purchase them on-site) to protect hands on ziplines and rope obstacles
Best Time to Visit
Weekday mornings offer the smallest crowds and cooler temperatures for this physically demanding activity. Spring and fall provide the most comfortable weather, avoiding summer heat and humidity. Book the first time slot of the day for the most peaceful forest experience.
What to Know
Prices typically range from $50-70 per person depending on the course selected. Participants must meet height, weight, and age requirements for safety. No outside food is allowed on the course, though there's a picnic area at ground level. Reservations are strongly recommended.
Seasonal Notes
Open seasonally from spring through fall (typically March through November), with weekend-only operations in early spring and late fall. Closed during winter months and in severe weather conditions including high winds, lightning, or heavy rain. Summer camps and group bookings fill up quickly, so book several weeks ahead during peak season.
Nearby Eats
Head to Shake Shack (10 minutes away in Creve Coeur) for burgers and shakes after working up an appetite, or try Panera Bread in the nearby Westport Plaza for a quicker, lighter option with kid-friendly choices.
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