Adventure Parks are your ticket to a good time. Each park varies with activities offered, but one thing they all have in common is family fun. There’s something for everyone at Vermont ski areas. From rock climbing to zip-lines to trampolines. You’re guaranteed to love your trip to one of Vermont’s adventure parks.
Have some fun in the sun with Bromley’s Mountain Adventure and Aerial Adventure Parks — open seven days a week! Check out Bromley’s world-class alpine slide, giant swing, rock-climbing wall and more.
Alpine Slide
Cool off with a blast of mountain air when you take a spin on Bromley’s triple-tracked alpine slide (the first of its kind in North America). Clocking in at 2/3 of a mile, this slide is one of the longest in the world.
Giant Swing
Looming as high as a four-story building, Bromley’s giant swing thrills riders with speeds approaching 40mph. Enjoy multiple Gs of gravitational force while you take in superb views of the valley.
Tucked into Vermont’s northern mountains, Jay Peak offers more than skiing. Whether you’re visiting mid-winter or in the shoulder seasons, the resort’s indoor facilities give guests of all ages ways to stay active, unwind, and try something new.
Pump House Indoor Water Park
The Pump House is Vermont’s largest indoor waterpark — the spot for well-earned leisure. Enjoy a soak in the hot tub or a float on the lazy river, or head straight for the thrills: three different water slides, an above-pool rock climbing wall, basketball in the activity pool, and the Double Barrel FlowRider. Non-water activities include the 1851’ Family Arcade, The Warming Shelter, the Wave Surf Shop, and The Drink.
Killington’s summer energy epicenter is the Snowshed Adventure Center, featuring big thrills to easy fun, featuring big thrills and easy fun for all ages. Zip through tight corkscrew turns on the 4,800’ Beast Mountain Coaster, test your balance and mental strength in the Skye Ropes Course, glide 30miles an hour thought picturesque scenery on the Soaring Eagle, or meander your way through the Amaze'n Maze, the Adventure Center will keep kids, parents and grandparents entertained for hours.
Okemo's Adventure Zone is open! In addition to a mountain coaster, a roller coaster that follows the contours of the mountain where riders control their speed, Okemo’s Jackson Gore will be the site for miniature golf, disc golf, a treetop challenge course and a mining sluice. Visitors can also drive past the Clock Tower base lodge and up Mountain Road, or hop on the Sunburst Six for a scenic chairlift ride to the summit.
Arbortrek Canopy Adventures
At Smugglers’ Notch Resort, ArborTrek Canopy Adventures has established an adventure hub that thrills all ages. The action takes place on the wooded mountainside, where ArborTrek’s award-winning eight-zip-line canopy tour has drawn visitors since 2010. On the Zip Line Canopy Tour, you’ll rappel, zipline, and cross sky bridges on 4,500 feet of ziplines while learning about local ecology and natural history.
Up for a physical challenge? Test your skills on the Treetop Obstacle Course or choose your own adventure on the climbing course, with easy to extreme options. Ages 4+.
FunZone 2.0
Need a break from the sun? Step into FunZone 2.0, with activities for every age. The Ozone offers axe throwing (foam axes), a giant slide, and a Littles’ Loft. The Go Zone features a Smuggs’ Warrior course, a multi-pitch see-thru climbing wall, and a rappelling wall. Round it out at the arcade and Laser Tag arena.
Water Adventures
Smugglers' Notch has built one of the most complete water play setups in Vermont, with multiple pools and aquatic features designed to work for a range of ages and energy levels. Whether the kids want to cannon-ball into something or the adults are looking for somewhere to actually sit down, there's a spot for both. It's a strong reason families keep coming back to Smuggs' — summer or winter, the resort knows how to keep everyone happy.
ZipTour®
The Stowe ZipTour® is one of the longest zip line tours in the country, with three spans totaling just under two miles of riding cable that descend from near the summit of Mt. Mansfield. Each span features two side-by-side cables, so you can experience it with a friend.
Stowe Rocks Climbing Center
Located inside the Adventure Center, Stowe Rocks features 17 climbing stations across three distinct areas: the Elephant Head Tower, the Program Wall, and a bouldering area. Color-coded routes span all skill levels, from sloped beginner walls to overhanging challenges. The Kid Zone is designed for climbers 12 and under, with a 12-foot wall featuring playful holds. Harnesses, ropes, and shoes are included with paid entry.