CHARLEMONT ZIPLINE FIELD GUIDE
Racing the Ridge: Half‑mile Flights and 2,300‑ft Crossings on Berkshire East’s Valley Jump
A three‑hour, operator‑led zip line tour at Berkshire East that climbs by chairlift and sends riders across progressively longer lines—culminating in two of North America’s longest zips—this guide explains what to expect and who can go.
Racing the Ridge: Half‑mile Flights and 2,300‑ft Crossings on Berkshire East’s Valley Jump.
Perched above the Deerfield Valley at Berkshire East, the Valley Jump tour begins with a scenic chairlift and trades the slow climb for a string of downhill zips that build in length and speed; by tour’s end you’ll have raced friends across mountain‑to‑mountain lines that stretch for thousands of feet and reach speeds up to 50 mph.
Highlights
Outing Highlights
X1 and X2: the two headline lines
The tour culminates on two signature lines: X1, a 2,300‑ft mountain‑to‑mountain crossing, and X2, the tour’s longest run at almost half a mile, both designed for speed and wide valley views and set up as dual lines so you can race a partner.
From chairlift to canopy to open valley
After a scenic chairlift to the summit the route sends you downhill through a progression of canopy zips—the first four lines (about 700–1,100 ft) let you hone technique before the long X lines break open the view and pace.
Speed, height and shared runs
X2 can propel riders at speeds up to 50 mph while carrying them nearly 200 ft above the ground; paired lines on the major runs let you race side‑by‑side for shared adrenaline moments.
What the day feels like
What the Valley Jump Feels Like
The tour is a steady escalation: a lift to the ridge, a handful of medium‑length canopy lines to get into the rhythm, then X1’s long mountain splice and a short, steep hike to X2—an almost half‑mile, high‑speed return to Berkshire East. Expect sustained runs, open valley vistas from high above the trees, and the sting of wind at speed when the long lines open up.
THE ROUTE
X1 and X2: the two headline lines
The tour culminates on two signature lines: X1, a 2,300‑ft mountain‑to‑mountain crossing, and X2, the tour’s longest run at almost half a mile, both designed for speed and wide valley views and set up as dual lines so you can race a partner.
THE FLOW
From chairlift to canopy to open valley
After a scenic chairlift to the summit the route sends you downhill through a progression of canopy zips—the first four lines (about 700–1,100 ft) let you hone technique before the long X lines break open the view and pace.
THE ADRENALINE
Speed, height and shared runs
X2 can propel riders at speeds up to 50 mph while carrying them nearly 200 ft above the ground; paired lines on the major runs let you race side‑by‑side for shared adrenaline moments.
Suitability
Who it's for
Who should book—and who should think twice.
Practical planner
Details to review before reserving
Plan on roughly three hours for the full Valley Jump tour from start to finish.
Guests must be at least 12 years old and weigh between 100 and 260 lbs; all guests will be weighed at the time of the trip to confirm compliance.
Standard rates are listed as Adult $89 and Youth/Senior $79.
The tour is run by Berkshire East Mountain Resort and includes a chairlift ascent to the top of the route before zipping downhill through successive lines.
Review cancellation policies before reserving.
Frequently asked questions
Planning Your Outing
How long does the Valley Jump tour take?
The tour lasts about 3 hours total.
What are the age and weight limits?
Participants must be at least 12 years old and weigh between 100 lbs and 260 lbs; all guests will be weighed at check‑in.
How fast and how long are the biggest lines?
X2 can reach speeds up to 50 mph and is almost half a mile long; X1 measures about 2,300 ft. Earlier lines range from approximately 700 to 1,100 ft.
Can I race a friend?
Yes—X1 and X2 are set up as dual lines so riders can race side‑by‑side across the valley.
What does the tour include?
The tour begins with a chairlift ride to the summit, proceeds through a series of canopy zips, includes the long X1 crossing, a short strenuous hike, and finishes on X2 returning to Berkshire East.