For those looking for thrilling experiences in Estes Park, check out locally-owned and operated Open Air Adventure Park. They showcase an incredible aerial adventure course, along with ax-throwing, and both hiking and kayak tours.
The Aerial Adventure Course is typically open from late May to October, when it closes for the cold temperatures and winter winds. Snowshoe tours of Rocky Mountain National Park can still be arranged during the snowy season (aside from December).
Aerial Adventure Course
All levels can find adventure on the aerial course, which features 32 challenges over 3 levels of difficulty. You can try all the fun obstacles more than once. Participants receive 20 to 30 minutes of training before their official 90 minutes start on the course.
There are two traditional zip lines as part of the course, each around 23 feet long. In addition, there’s a horse saddle zip line for a special experience.
Requirements of the Aerial Adventure Course include:
- At least 6 years old
- Weigh between 40 and 250 pounds
Ax Throwing
Try your hand at ax-throwing. There are 3 lanes where groups of up to 4 per lane can throw axes. Both 45-minute and 90-minute sessions can be reserved. More than one ax type is available, which they will go over during the training.
Requirements for ax-throwing are:
- Ax-throwers must be at least 12 years old, and minors under 18 must be accompanied by a parent/guardian.
- Wear closed-toe shoes
RMNP Guided Tours
Take a guided tour of Colorado’s most-visited national park, Rocky Mountain National Park. There are several kayak and hiking tours available:
- Sunrise and Sunset Hikes
- Moonlight Hikes
- Snowshoe tours during winter (no tours in December)
- Sunrise and Sunlight Kayak
- Lily Lake Kayak
Details
Address: 490 Prospect Village Dr, Estes Park, CO 80517
Phone: 970-586-3066
Email: info@openairadventurepark.com
Season: late May to October 1 for aerial adventure course | Snowshoe tours are offered in winter (typically closed December)
Website: openairadventurepark.com