

Defy Gravity – The Fastest Ziplines in the Gorge
Strap in and let Gravity Ziplines do the work! This adrenaline-packed thrill ride sends you soaring over 200 feet high and flying over 1.5 miles of cables at speeds up to 65 mph. No braking, no slowing down—just you, the wind, and jaw-dropping views of Wild & Wonderful West Virginia. End with Adrena-Line, a 3,150-foot zipline thats longer than the New River Gorge Bridge! This isn’t just a zipline—it’s an all-out aerial rush!
- Half Day Trip (2-3 hours)
- Min. Age 12
- Must Weigh between 100-260 lbs.
- Must wear closed toe shoes
- Prices start at $104
FAQs
- Requirements and Limits Requirements and Limits
- The minimum age for this adventure is 12.
- Participants must weigh a minimum of 100 pounds but no more than 260 pounds.
- All participants must fill out a waiver prior to the trip. Those under 18 will need assistance from a guardian when filling out their form.
- Closed-toed shoes are an absolute requirement.
- No alcoholic beverages, illicit drugs, or tobacco products are allowed on Adventures on the Gorge courses.
- We do not allow pregnant individuals on Gravity Ziplines. Please consult your guide about any other medical conditions before you head out on the course. Few conditions ever keep individuals from going on this course, but it really helps the guides cater to specific needs.
- A certain level of physical mobility is required for this course. Participants will be required to extend their arms and actively use their hands when steering and in proper zipline position. Individuals are not required to perform their own hand-braking on this course. Your guide and/or automatic zip-stop systems will be responsible for slowing guests down.
- Loose clothing, dresses, and dangling jewelry are not advised. Longer hair is best placed into a low ponytail for a comfortable helmet fit.
- What’s Included What’s Included We’ll provide expert safety instruction and all the necessary safety gear, including helmets, gloves, and harnesses.
- What to Wear and Bring What to Wear and Bring
Closed-toed, secure shoes are mandatory. Wear comfortable clothes that you can easily move around in, but avoid loose clothing, and tie back long hair–you don’t want anything getting stuck in your zipline cables. Our trips run rain or shine, so dress according to the weather. Think sunscreen and sunglasses during the summer and jackets for the cold, wind, or rain.
We’ll provide guests with all the necessary safety equipment for this course. Small backpacks are permitted in most cases but are not necessary. Water will be provided at stations throughout the course. Let your guide know if any specialized medical supplies need to be brought out in the course throughout the adventure. We will have a safe spot for any valuables you don’t want to take on the course.
- Where to Meet Where to Meet Trips will start and end at Building 8 on the Mill Creek side of campus. Please arrive 15 minutes prior to trip time for check-in.
- Inclement Weather Inclement Weather Trips will continue even during periods of heavy rain, but trips will be halted in the case of lightning or heavy sustained winds on the mountain.
- Trip Length Trip Length It all depends on the size of your group, but a round-trip adventure generally takes two to three hours. This includes bus rides, gear up, and actual physical completion of the course.
- Safety Safety There is inherent risk in any adventure, but with our highly trained guides we aim to mitigate any risks involved. Gravity Ziplines features top-of-the-line equipment, and we follow strict safety guidelines.
- What if I decide I do not want to continue the course? What if I decide I do not want to continue the course? There will be an option to exit the course after our starter zips if you choose. You will remain on Gravity Mountain for the remainder of the trip until the group finishes up. This usually means a ride in the UTV to the bottom of the mountain to hang out at our gear trailer.
- What if I am afraid of heights? What if I am afraid of heights? Although these ziplines are the highest and fastest around, half of your journey will be spent navigating the platforms at ground level. Our guides are highly trained in helping calm these fears and are usually able to help you work through it.
- Will I be able to watch my group complete this course? Will I be able to watch my group complete this course? No. Gravity Ziplines is located away from Adventures on the Gorge’s main campus and is only accessible by bus ride. People actively participating in the activity are the only ones allowed on this journey.