WELCOME TO SHAWNEE BLUFFS CANOPY TOUR
Shawnee Bluffs Canopy Tour is Illinois’ first 100% tree-based, eco-friendly zipline canopy tour, set on 83 wooded acres in the heart of the Shawnee National Forest. This fully guided 3-hour adventure blends adrenaline, education, and immersive time in nature, and is designed to be enjoyed by guests of all ages — from first-time young adventurers to active adults well into their 90s.
Your $119 Tour Includes All of the Following:
- A fully guided 3-hour canopy experience.
- 8 ziplines (longest over 1,110 ft.), 11 elevated tree platforms, 3 aerial suspension bridges (longest 180 ft.), and 3 short scenic hikes.
- Complimentary bottled water and digital photos captured throughout your tour.
- Total immersion in a secluded forest setting featuring sandstone bluffs, native ferns, a waterfall and natural bouldered creek.
- Entertaining, knowledgeable guides sharing local ecology, geology, and history.
By utilizing the natural terrain of the bluffs and valley, the tour offers an exciting and educational way to experience the flora and fauna of the forest canopy — and it’s just plain fun!
Before Your Visit
To help ensure a smooth and enjoyable experience, please note a few important guidelines:
- Please arrive at least 30 minutes prior to your scheduled tour time.
- Participants must be at least 8 years old and weigh between 50 and 270 pounds.
- Closed-toe shoes are required (tennis shoes are ideal).
- Cell phones and personal cameras are not permitted on the tour.
