CHARLEMONT ATTRACTION FIELD GUIDE
Suspended Challenges Above Berkshire East: The Aerial Adventure Park in Charlemont
A family-focused suspended challenge course at Berkshire East Mountain Resort where visitors navigate Indiana Jones bridges, Tarzan swings and rolling zip-lines; this guide distills what to expect, who can go, and how to prepare.
Suspended Challenges Above Berkshire East: The Aerial Adventure Park in Charlemont.
Perched at Berkshire East Mountain Resort in Charlemont, the Aerial Adventure Park is a suspended challenge course that stitches together elevated wooden platforms with a sequence of obstacles — from Indiana Jones bridges and Tarzan swings to rolling zip-lines and TrueBlue free falls. After a brief instruction from trained staff, participants move through two self-paced courses at the difficulty level they choose, making the experience accessible and memorable for families and mixed-ability groups.
Highlights
Outing Highlights
A sequence of classic aerial obstacles
The course threads together a variety of elements — Indiana Jones bridges, Tarzan swings, rolling zip-lines and TrueBlue free falls — creating a continuous series of physical puzzles suspended above the ground.
Two self-guided courses, staffed instruction
There are two courses of differing difficulty; after an initial instructional session from trained staff, participants progress at their own pace and can choose the level of challenge they attempt.
Designed with families in mind
Billed as fun for the whole family, the park combines elements that appeal to younger climbers and older kids alike, with trained staff available to assist where needed.
What the day feels like
What the experience feels like
Expect a brisk, focused session: after check-in and instruction you clip into a harness and helmet and move between elevated platforms solving one obstacle at a time. The flow is self-directed — you choose the pace and the elements you attempt — but trained staff remain on hand for guidance, making the park equal parts challenge course and supervised playground.
THE ELEMENTS
A sequence of classic aerial obstacles
The course threads together a variety of elements — Indiana Jones bridges, Tarzan swings, rolling zip-lines and TrueBlue free falls — creating a continuous series of physical puzzles suspended above the ground.
THE FORMAT
Two self-guided courses, staffed instruction
There are two courses of differing difficulty; after an initial instructional session from trained staff, participants progress at their own pace and can choose the level of challenge they attempt.
THE AUDIENCE
Designed with families in mind
Billed as fun for the whole family, the park combines elements that appeal to younger climbers and older kids alike, with trained staff available to assist where needed.
Suitability
Who it's for
Who this course suits — and who should think twice.
Practical planner
Details to review before reserving
Closed-toe shoes are required; participants should also be prepared to sign or present a guardian-signed waiver if under 18. Harnesses and helmets are provided by the operator.
Sessions run approximately 1½ hours total, which includes receiving gear and instruction as part of the session time.
The operator lists two rate tiers: Full Course and Lower Course.
Participants must be able to fit into the provided safety harness (youth and adult sizes available) and meet posted age, height and weight limits.
Review cancellation policies before reserving.
Frequently asked questions
Planning Your Outing
How long does a session take?
Sessions run for approximately 1½ hours, including receiving gear and instruction.
What are the age and height requirements?
Minimums differ by course: the lower course requires a minimum age of 7 and minimum height of 48 inches; the upper course requires a minimum age of 9 and minimum height of 55 inches.
Is a waiver required?
Yes. All participants must have a waiver signed by a parent or legal guardian 18 or older if the participant is a minor.
What are the weight limits?
The minimum weight is 50 lbs and the maximum weight is 275 lbs.
Are helmets and harnesses provided?
Yes. All participants receive harnesses and helmets as part of the session.
What should I wear?
Closed-toe shoes are required for participation.
How much does it cost?
There are two listed rates: Full Course and Lower Course.