“Is ziplining scary?” is one of the most common questions we hear from people who have never done it. Short answer: it feels big for about the first thirty seconds, and then most people spend the rest of the tour asking when they can go again. That’s not us being dismissive of the nerves. Standing […]

Colorado is a year-round destination, but not every season feels the same at 11,000 feet. At Top of the Rockies Zip Line in Leadville, the season you choose changes everything: the views, the temperature, the gear you need, and how far in advance you’ll need to book. This guide breaks it all down. Whether you’re […]

Most Breckenridge visitors looking for a zipline end up at the resort zip line, or they scroll past a handful of options near Denver and move on. What almost nobody realizes is that the highest-elevation zipline in the United States is a 45-minute drive away in Leadville, Colorado — and it operates at nearly 2,500 […]

Most zip lines give you a view. The zip line in Leadville, Colorado gives you a perspective. At 11,200 feet of elevation on a private mountain reserve in the Rocky Mountains, Top of the Rockies Zip Line holds a title that no other zip line operation in the country can claim: the highest zip line […]

The best things to do in Leadville blend high-alpine adventure with a laid-back mountain-town feel. From ziplining above 11,000 feet and snowmobiling through backcountry terrain to scenic train rides and exploring a walkable historic downtown, there’s no shortage of ways to spend your time here. Whether you’re planning for a group, family, or just yourself, […]