7 Amazing Treetop Adventures You Can Only Have In Northern California

There is definitely no shortage of trees and forests here in Northern California, and therefore we are home to plenty of treetop adventures as well. There’s really no better way to appreciate the epic beauty of our forests than spending some time in the treetops. These adventures are perfect for getting your nature fix and having a blast while doing it. How many have you crossed off your bucket list?

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Northern California's most magical gondola ride takes you way above the tree tops in the Redwood State and National Parks near Klamath. You'll wish the 1/3-mile ride would last forever as you glide through a dense forest of towering redwood trees. The gondola brings you to an observation deck at the top of the mountain so you can get out and truly take in the incredible beauty of the forest. For more information, see our full article here.

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Have you ever wondered what flying feels like? Well you can get pretty close to finding out when you visit the Tahoe Treetop Adventure Park in Tahoe City. They offer three different "Aerial Adventure Parks" consisting of treetop platforms, bridges, and ziplines. This interactive adventure allows you to experience the natural beauty of Tahoe in a thrilling way you'll never forget. For more information, take a look at our full article here.

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Roller coasters in an amusement park are one thing, but a coaster in the awe-inspiring setting of the Sierra Nevadas is another! The Ridge Rider alpine coaster at Heavenly Mountain is a ride you absolutely have to experience. You'll be blown away by the utter beauty surrounding you as you cruise along the 3,200-foot track. For more information, check out our full article here.

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Were you the type of kid who always wanted a treehouse but never got one? Luckily for us, treehouse rentals are taking the world by storm and Northern California is no exception. If you're looking for a peaceful and remote getaway, consider spending a few nights in this magical treehouse in a redwood forest near Gasquet. You might just find yourself wishing you could permanently move in! For more information, check out the full article on this treehouse here.

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Located in Vallecito, you could spend an entire day exploring everything that Moaning Cavern Adventure Park has to offer. We recently featured the park's tour through California's deepest cave that's open to the public. However, there's a lot to do in the park aboveground as well. Take a ride on their twin zip lines or climb up their 32-foot climbing tower. For more information, see the full article about the park here.

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You might have seen this image on a postcard or on a desktop background, but you haven't truly experienced the beauty of the tree tunnel in Point Reyes until you've seen it in person. A walk through this tunnel will leave you in total awe of these unique trees. For more information about the trees and the history behind this region, see our full article here.

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This is another adventure that thrill seekers are sure to love. Sonoma Canopy Tours in Occidental features a 2.5 hour guide tour through the trees which includes zip lines, sky bridges, spiraling staircases, and more. This place looks like something from Neverland! Do you think you're brave enough to tackle this experience? For more information, see our full write-up on the tour here.

Have you done any of these treetop adventures? These all look pretty amazing! Maybe you’re not a big fan of heights. Then check out these 15 Out Of This World Hiking Spots In Northern California for ways to experience our forests from the ground.