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TreeRunner Raleigh Aerial Forest

Climb higher. Zip farther. Choose your challenge.

Explore eight aerial trails, more than 90 obstacles and 24 ziplines across five difficulty levels in TreeRunner Raleigh's wooded Aerial Forest.

Ages 7+ 8 Aerial Trails 5 Difficulty Levels 24 Ziplines
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Choose Your Challenge

Five difficulty levels. Start where you're comfortable and work your way up.

Raleigh's Aerial Forest progresses from introductory Yellow trails through Green, Blue, Black and Double Black challenges.

Level 1

Yellow

The starting point for the main Aerial Forest.

Level 2

Green

The next step after getting comfortable on Yellow.

Level 3

Blue

More challenging obstacles and aerial movement.

Level 4

Black

Advanced climbing for eligible climbers.

Level 5

Double Black

Raleigh's highest difficulty level.

Age & Trail Guide

Know which trail colors your climber can use before you book.

Trail access expands as climbers get older. Use this quick guide to see which difficulty level your climber can complete independently—and where climbing with an adult can unlock the next challenge.

Ages 7–9

Up to Yellow Solo

Climb Yellow independently. Green is available when climbing with a participating adult.

Ages 10–11

Up to Green Solo

Climb Yellow and Green independently. Blue is available with a participating adult.

Ages 12–13

Up to Blue Solo

Climb Yellow, Green and Blue independently. Black is available with a participating adult.

Age 14

Up to Black Solo

At age 14, eligible climbers can climb through Black independently.

Ages 15+

Up to Double Black Solo

Double Black begins at age 15. Climbers cannot level up into Double Black before meeting the age requirement.

Want to unlock the next level independently? Check out the Bypass Quiz.

Eligible climbers can use the Bypass Quiz to move up one independent difficulty level: Green for ages 7–9, Blue for ages 10–11, and Black for ages 12–13. Double Black cannot be unlocked early.

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Meet the Trails

See what each Raleigh difficulty level has waiting for you.

Once you know which colors your climber is eligible for, use the course breakdown below to see how the Aerial Forest progresses.

Yellow

Introductory Trails

Yellowstone

An introductory aerial course designed to help climbers get comfortable moving through the trees.

Bumblebee

Another Yellow-level option for building confidence before progressing farther into the Aerial Forest.

Green

The Next Step

First in Flight

A Green-level course that begins adding more challenge as climbers progress.

The Greenway

Continue building confidence while taking on more involved obstacles.

Blue

Turn Up the Challenge

Sidewinder

Blue-level climbing introduces more demanding obstacles and movement.

Skyline

Another Blue challenge for climbers ready to push beyond the introductory and intermediate trails.

Black

Advanced Terrain

Black Widow

Raleigh's Black-level course for eligible climbers ready for a more demanding challenge. It also includes Raleigh's longest listed zipline at 85 feet.

Double Black

Raleigh's Highest Difficulty

Doom and Gloom

The highest-difficulty course in Raleigh's Aerial Forest. Double Black begins at age 15 and cannot be unlocked early through adult accompaniment or the Bypass Quiz.

Peak-Summer Climbing

Spend your summer adventure under the trees.

Raleigh summers get hot, but much of TreeRunner's Aerial Forest sits beneath the wooded canopy. On the hottest summer days, our team often finds it feels about 8–10° cooler beneath the trees than in more exposed areas.

Choose Your Climb

Two hours or three? Pick the adventure that fits your day.

Starter gives you two hours in the Aerial Forest. Classic gives you three hours, access to Black for eligible climbers and eligibility for the Bypass Quiz.

Before booking younger climbers, check the age + Bypass details →

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Select weekday or weekend booking below. Current availability and exact pricing appear during checkout.

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Where Should I Start?

Don't jump straight to the hardest trail.

Start with an appropriate beginner course, learn how the obstacles feel and progress from there.

First Time at TreeRunner?

You don't need ropes-course experience before you arrive.

Get Oriented

Climbers begin on the ground and learn how the equipment and course system work.

Start Appropriately

Begin with a course that fits your eligibility and experience.

Work Your Way Up

Complete the required progression and decide how far you want to take the challenge.

Prepare for Your Visit
Aerial Trail FAQs

Before you head into the trees.

How many main aerial trails are at TreeRunner Raleigh?
TreeRunner Raleigh's main Aerial Forest has eight trails across Yellow, Green, Blue, Black and Double Black difficulty levels.
What are the Raleigh trails called?
Yellowstone, Bumblebee, First in Flight, The Greenway, Sidewinder, Skyline, Black Widow and Doom and Gloom.
What can ages 7–9 climb at Raleigh?
Ages 7–9 can climb Yellow independently. They can climb Green when a participating adult climbs with them. Eligible climbers may use the Bypass Quiz to climb Green independently.
What can ages 10–11 climb?
Ages 10–11 can climb Yellow and Green independently. Blue is available with a participating adult, or independently for eligible climbers who complete the Bypass Quiz.
What can ages 12–13 climb?
Ages 12–13 can climb Yellow, Green and Blue independently. Black is available with a participating adult, or independently for eligible climbers who complete the Bypass Quiz.
When can climbers use Black and Double Black independently?
Black becomes independently available at age 14. Double Black begins at age 15. Climbers cannot level up into Double Black before age 15, and the Bypass Quiz does not change that requirement.
What does the Bypass Quiz change?
For eligible climbers, Bypass allows one additional trail level independently: Green for ages 7–9, Blue for ages 10–11 and Black for ages 12–13. It is a 10-question quiz available to eligible Classic climbers or returning climbers in the same calendar year. It does not remove age, reach or weight requirements and does not unlock Double Black early.
What should I book for a child ages 4–7?
Junior Park is designed specifically for ages 4–7. It is separate from the main Aerial Forest and uses a 1:1 adult-to-child ratio, with the adult guiding from the ground.
What are Raleigh's reach, height and weight limits?
A 6-foot vertical reach is required for independent transfers. Climbers who cannot reach 6 feet vertically may still participate with an accompanying adult assisting with transfers. The maximum climber height is 6'4" and the maximum climbing weight is 265 lbs. Guests under 60 lbs climb with an adult age 18+.
Is the Aerial Forest shaded?
The courses are built throughout Raleigh's wooded canopy, so much of the climbing experience takes place beneath tree cover. This is especially helpful during peak summer heat.
Is the park always 8–10 degrees cooler?
No. We only use that comparison for the hottest summer conditions, when our team often notices the shaded forest feels substantially cooler than more exposed areas. It is not a year-round temperature rule.
Which trail is the hardest?
Doom and Gloom is Raleigh's Double Black course and highest difficulty level.
Which trail has the longest zipline?
Black Widow includes Raleigh's longest listed zipline at 85 feet.

Start on Yellow. See how far you can take it.

Eight aerial trails and five difficulty levels give you plenty of room to build confidence and find your challenge.

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