PALMER ZIPLINE FIELD GUIDE
Saddles, Summits and Sky Lines: A Day at Sunderland Ranch in Palmer
A single-day combo that pairs a scenic horseback loop on Red Mountain with a six-line, three-bridge tandem zipline course — a concise field guide to timing, kit and limits.
Saddles, Summits and Sky Lines: A Day at Sunderland Ranch in Palmer.
At Sunderland Ranch, the landscape shifts under two very different paces: a deliberate horseback loop across the lower trails of Red Mountain followed by the pulse-quickening suspension of a six tandem-line zipline course punctuated by three aerial bridges. The Horse Back Riding and Alaska Zipline Adventure Combo stitches those vantage points together into a compact day of outdoor contrast and Alaska scenery.
Highlights
Outing Highlights
Red Mountain on Horseback
A two-hour horseback ride carries you around the ranch onto the lower trails of Red Mountain, offering a grounded, slow view of the Palmer countryside and Sunderland Ranch terrain before the aerial portion of the day.
Six Tandem Lines and Three Aerial Bridges
The zipline tour runs across a six-line tandem course with three aerial bridges, an elevated sequence designed to deliver fast, connected exposure to the forest canopy and valley views.
A Ranch Day Paired with a Snack Break
The two activities are paced for a full day: horseback in the morning, a mid-afternoon zipline tour, and a break between where guests can rest or purchase a snack at the gift shop.
What the day feels like
What the day feels like
The combo reads like two chapters: first, a guided two-hour horseback loop across ranch trails that slows the rhythm and lets you read the land; then, after a short break, a roughly 2.5-hour zipline circuit that reverses the pace — you move fast, high and in tandem through a sequence of lines and aerial bridges.
Suitability
Who it's for
Who this combo is suited for — and who should reconsider.
Practical planner
Details to review before reserving
The day is split: a 2-hour horseback ride (check-in at 10:45 for an 11:00 start) and a 2.5-hour zipline tour (check-in at 2:00 p.m.). Expect a 30–45 minute break between activities and roughly a one-mile road transfer between ranch and zipline sites.
Pack a lunch or plan to buy a snack at the zipline gift shop; wear closed-toed shoes and dress for Alaska weather — the tours run rain or shine.
If your party is larger than four guests, call the operator to arrange the reservation. Be prepared to confirm that each participant meets the age and weight requirements.
There is a gift shop at the zipline site for snacks; expect a short road transfer between the horseback and zipline locations.
Review cancellation policies before reserving.
Frequently asked questions
Planning Your Outing
What are the check-in times?
Check-in for the horseback portion is at 10:45 for an 11:00 start; check-in for the zipline tour is at 2:00 p.m.
How long are the horseback and zipline portions?
The horseback ride is approximately two hours; the zipline tour runs about 2.5 hours.
Is there time between the two activities?
Yes — there is about a 30–45 minute break between the horseback ride and the zipline tour, and the zipline site is roughly one mile away by road.
What should I wear and bring?
Wear closed-toed shoes and dress for Alaska weather; guests should pack a lunch or plan to purchase a snack at the gift shop. Tours operate rain or shine.
Are there age or weight limits?
All guests must be at least 8 years old and must not exceed 200 pounds to participate in both activities.
What if I’m booking a larger group?
If booking a group larger than four guests, the operator asks that you call to arrange the booking.