SALIDA WELLNESS FIELD GUIDE
High Ropes by Day, Canyon Flights by Moment: Salida’s Canyon Aerial Course and Lost Canyon Zipline
A combined outing on Captain Zipline’s Canyon Aerial Course and Lost Canyon Zipline Tour — tackle more than 120 challenge elements across graded routes, then soar across ancient canyons — this guide explains what to expect and how to prepare.
High Ropes by Day, Canyon Flights by Moment: Salida’s Canyon Aerial Course and Lost Canyon Zipline.
Tucked into the limestone cuts outside Salida, the Canyon Aerial Course and Lost Canyon Zipline Tour pair a Swiss‑engineered high‑ropes labyrinth with a sequence of canyon ziplines. The result is a compact, all‑day alpine adventure that moves from balance beams and cargo nets to leg‑shaking canyon flights while guides weave in the natural and cultural story of the landscape.
Highlights
Outing Highlights
More than 120 interconnected challenge elements
The Canyon Aerial Course is a sprawling, multi‑route high‑ropes complex set in the Lost Canyon: over 120 elements grouped into nine graded routes, each composed of 8–13 features that range from easy to extreme.
An eco‑adventure through ancient canyon country
The Lost Canyon Zipline Tour pairs heart‑pounding runs across canyon voids with interpretive commentary on the area’s history, flora, and fauna, making the ziplines both adrenaline and education.
Engineered safety you can trust
The aerial course was designed and built to industry standards and participants remain secured to a life‑safety system throughout; staff are positioned nearby to assist and encourage as guests move through the courses.
What the day feels like
What the day feels like
The outing begins with gear fitting and a safety briefing; guests start on the easier aerial routes and progress to harder lines at their own pace, using a continuous belay system that keeps them secured as they move between elements. After working through the challenge course, the experience shifts to the Lost Canyon Zipline Tour, where participants complete a ground school and then launch across a series of ziplines while guides point out local ecology and history.
Suitability
Who it's for
Who this day suits — and who should think twice.
Practical planner
Details to review before reserving
Plan on approximately 2 to 2.5 hours for the combined Canyon Aerial Course and Lost Canyon Zipline Tour.
Expect to be fitted with operator‑provided gear; wear sturdy, closed‑toe shoes and comfortable active clothing so you can move freely through the courses.
You will receive a safety briefing, gear fitting, and instruction on the life‑safety systems before starting; staff remain nearby to assist and the course uses a continuous belay system.
Review cancellation policies before reserving.
Frequently asked questions
Planning Your Outing
How long does the combined experience take?
The combined Canyon Aerial Course and Lost Canyon Zipline Tour runs about 2 to 2.5 hours.
Is the zipline suitable for families and beginners?
Yes; the Lost Canyon Zipline Tour is suitable for singles, couples, and families, and ziplining is described as relatively easy to do, though it requires active participation and completion of a ground school.
Do I need previous experience on ropes courses or ziplines?
No prior experience is required, but participants must complete a ground school and demonstrate the ability to use equipment, control speed, and obey guide signals before zipping.
How is safety handled on the aerial course?
The Canyon Aerial Course was designed and built to industry standards and participants remain secured to a life‑safety system (a continuous belay) throughout; staff are positioned nearby to assist.
How many routes and elements are there on the Canyon Aerial Course?
The Canyon Aerial Course includes more than 120 interconnected challenge elements divided into nine graded routes, with routes containing 8–13 elements each.
What will guides talk about during the zipline portion?
During the Lost Canyon Zipline Tour, guides provide interpretation on the history, flora, and fauna of the area as participants move across the canyon ziplines.