Activities for Kids

Whee! 7 Playgrounds with Zip Lines

Don’t worry, we’re not suggesting you strap them in and send them soaring with their feet skimming the treetops — these kid-approved zips will keep them mere feet from the ground.

By Maria Chambers April 6, 2017

If you have a little monkey that never met a tree they didn’t want to climb, a wall they didn’t want to scale, or a giant red Target ball they didn’t want to ninja-kick off of, it may be time to introduce them to the thrills of a zip line. Don’t worry, we’re not suggesting you strap them in and send them soaring with their feet skimming the treetops — click through our album for seven local kid-approved zips that’ll keep them mere feet from the ground.

Maryknoll Park

Maryknoll Park is a one-stop shop for family fun and their 75-foot-long zip line is just one of the highlights. The zip line is located within the Adventure Playground featuring a treehouse, climbing structures, swings, mermaid fountain and waterfall. Also onsite is Holes and Knolls, a 36-hole miniature golf course; a fenced-in splash park with 11 spray pieces and water tower; and a concession stand selling food, drinks and ice cream.

845 Pershing Ave.
Glen Ellyn
630-469-7888
Online: gepark.org

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— Maria Chambers