For those of you wondering where those screams are coming from as you enter Cal Trail, just look up! The Heavenly Flyer, one of the world’s most scenic and spectacular adventure rides opened last week to rave reviews.

The Heavenly Flyer propels riders at speeds up to 50 mph as they cruise over the treetops and look out over beautiful Lake Tahoe. With two separate lines, riders can enjoy the experience side-by-side with a friend. At 3,300 feet, the Heavenly Flyer is the longest zip line in the continental United States. Its 525-foot vertical drop matches that of the Space Needle. From the Launching Pad, stationed at the top of Tamarack Express, to the Landing Zone, situated above the top of the Gondola and the tubing hill, the total ride time is about 80 seconds.

Winter hours of operation are 10:00 a.m. to 3:00 p.m., seven days a week, weather permitting. Summer hours are 10:30 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. Rides are $30 ($20 for pass holders who present an active Heavenly season pass) and can be purchased at the Gondola ticket window or at the Adventure Peak kiosk located at the top of the Gondola. Lift tickets and sightseeing tickets are sold separately and are required to gain access to the ride. There are a limited number of rides every day and are scheduled by appointment only. Next-day advanced ticket sales are available for a $10 premium to ensure a spot is available. Riders must be at least 52 inches tall and weigh over 75 pounds, and cannot exceed 80 inches tall or 275 pounds.

During the winter months the Heavenly Flyer will be offered at Adventure Peak with other activities including cross-country skiing, snowshoeing, tubing, sledding and snowbiking. In the summer, the Heavenly Flyer can be enjoyed with a 25-foot multi-ability climbing wall and hiking trails.

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