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Outdoor Climbing in the Chicago Area

Climb & Zipline Adventure

Aerial & Climbing

Climb Zipline

Get ready for the signature activity at The Forge! Climb, zip, soar, and more. There is an activity for all abilities and adrenaline levels. You decide where to start and what to do while you play. Our Adventure Guides will ensure you are trained, suited up with gear, and ready to go.

A thrilling zipline 1,200 feet across The Quarry

Unlimited rock climbing 70 feet up with easy to moderate routes

3 High Ropes towers with easy to difficult elements

Climb & Zipline Adventure Details

Weight: 70 lbs. - 250 lbs.

Price: $95 adult (14 & Up) / $85 child (Under 14)

Choose Your Adventure

Climb & Zipline Adventure

Experience one of the USA Today's 10 Best Aerial Adventures in the USA!

Price:

$80 Adult (14 & Up)
$75 Youth (Under 14)

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Ultimate Adventure Pass

Get the Explorer Day Pass + Climb & Zipline Adventure all-in-one pass.

Price:

$99 Per Person

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Zipline Pass

One thrilling 1,200 ft zipline ride over the Forge Quarry

Price:

$25 per Person

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Book With Confidence

We get it. Plans sometimes change. We make it easy to cancel or reschedule.

Free Parking & Park Admission

Parking and admission to park are always free — we're a free-to-visit, pay-to-play adventure park.

Book With Confidence

We get it. Plans sometimes change. We make it easy to cancel and reschedule your reservation.

Where To Check-In

Park at parking lot 1, walk across the west footbridge to the Climb & Zipline Check-In.

High Ropes Challenges for All Levels

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Easy Elements

Focus on fun. Get your footing and navigate with ease. Easy elements are clearly marked as levels "1" or "2."

Moderate Elements

Maybe you're working your way up to a new challenge, testing the waters, but not quite ready to go full-on daredevil. Look for levels "3" and "4" during your experience.

Difficult Elements

You are adventurous, you have no fear! These elements will push your limits. Our most challenging elements are marked level "5."

Taking Challenges to New Heights

Conveniently located near Chicago, this action-packed climb and zipline adventure tower is adrenaline-pumping-fun for the whole family. Ascend to new heights with outdoor climbing, soar across the sky with swift zipline, and experience so many other adventures with your friends and family.

With hundreds of unique elements, our Chicago ropes course comes complete with challenging outdoor climbing walls, an intense freefall, and rappelling. You can also zipline 1,000 feet in the sky and explore at new heights during some rock climbing and ziplining fun!

Zipline

Fly on a 1,200 ft zipline and take in the stunning quarry views.

Rock Walls

The fun is endless with plenty high ropes elements of varying difficulties to choose from.

High Ropes

The fun is endless with plenty high ropes elements of varying difficulties to choose from.

Bouldering

Fun, problem-solving rock climbing close to the ground without requiring a harness or ropes.

Belay

Belay from great heights at several points all over the course.

Zipline

Fly on a 1,200 ft zipline and take in the stunning quarry views.

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Rock Walls

The fun is endless with plenty high ropes elements of varying difficulties to choose from.

High Ropes

The fun is endless with plenty high ropes elements of varying difficulties to choose from.

Bouldering

Fun, problem-solving rock climbing close to the ground without requiring a harness or ropes.

Belay

Belay from great heights at several points all over the course.

Climb & Zipline Adventure Information

Chaperone Requirement

Guests 13 years old and younger require adult chaperone and must purchase their own activity pass and actively participate with the child, on the course at all times. This chaperone may accompany a maximum of two guests ages 13 and younger. Guests 14-15 years old must be accompanied by an adult chaperone. This chaperone must monitor the 14-15-year-old from the ground or course, for the duration of their participation in activities. All participants must also fill out a mandatory participant waiver.

Health Requirements

Guests may not be intoxicated through the use of legal, illegal, or prescribed drugs, or alcohol. Guests seen consuming any alcohol or mind-altering substances will not be permitted to participate in any activities. Guests cannot be pregnant or have physical limitations that will limit their ability to perform the skills needed on the adventure course. Guests should have no medical conditions which would require immediate medical attention or be exacerbated by participation. Guests with pace makers, or other medical devices that are disrupted by strong magnets, should inform staff, as they are advised against using the "Smart Belay X" systems. Guests must verify they do not have any limitations that would keep them from performing the required on-course skills and be able to demonstrate these skills listed below: Proper equipment use Ability to assume proper body position Hiking/Walking (see the accessible course for disabled guests) Proper element use Self-arrest and self-rescue Understanding signals and commands

What to Wear and Bring

Dress for the weather! We climb in rain or shine Hydration - Come hydrated! We welcome you to bring a water bottle, or purchase one of ours! Footwear - Wear closed-toe and closed-heel shoes. Crocs, sandals, etc. are not permitted. Gloves - For your comfort we recommend full-fingered gloves you can bring your own, or they are available for purchase at the park. Hair - Long hair must be secured so please bring a hair tie. Sunscreen - Recommended to apply before and as needed throughout your adventure. Head Covering - Recommended for your comfort, a bandana or baseball cap of your own to be worn under your helmet. Although not required, if you would prefer one, we sell bandanas at the park. Bags, purses, and loose items - Loose or hanging items are not allowed up on course, for the safety of you and others. Guests must avoid all loose items or they can be lost. For example phones, keys, wallets, cameras, etc. must be secured via a lanyard or strap, or placed in a zippered pocket. The Forge is not liable for lost, stolen, or damaged items.

What Our Guests Are Saying

Safety First! Safety was at the top of their list. All employees paid close attention to detail to ensure our gear was on and adjusted properly.

Kerry

Absolutely amazing experience. The guides were awesome and the courses were well thought out and manageable. Extremely safe and fun adventure. Best ropes course we have ever done.

Tara C.

Great Staff! The staff was very friendly and enthusiastic, and they were especially kind to my son, who gets nervous rappelling. I was very grateful for their reassurance and encouragement.

Kerry H.

Great for all confidence levels. We had a group of 13-18 year-olds. Some were excited, some intimidated. Every member of our group enjoyed it, despite differences in ability and confidence levels. The General Manager walked us through the expectations and motivated, encouraged, and instructed us to have a blast while trusting our safety equipment.

Ike M.

Safety

We focus on the safety, so you can have all the fun.

Our trained and experienced adventure guides will complete a safety orientation with you, get you fitted with equipment (where applicable), and ensure you are ready to start your adventure.

Groups

Looking for the Ultimate Group Experience?

We got you covered. We've got climb and zip packages for birthdays, bachelor/bachelorette parties, corporate groups, scouts, and more.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What Our Guests Are Saying

What a great place! Took 9 graduating high school seniors here. Did the explorer pass and they loved it! Kayaking, canoeing, paddle boating, archery, axe throwing, laser tag - kept them busy the whole 7 hours they were open. The location is gorgeous. The employees are super friendly and competent.

Kelly Aceto

Great place to spend time with friends and\or family. Had a great time with my brother and niece. The staff is great and very attentive to each and every person. Even walking out we had a staff member ask how our day was! There are many different "elements" (types of obstacles). I was wondering if I could make it and I did.

Dan Hand

Great place for a birthday party! Kids loved the park and staff were amazing and helpful! The staff were very tentative to keeping the park clean and safe for all of the kids. Amazing fun! I’m a mom and made it through the ropes, zip line and the climbing wall! This is a place for the whole family.

Cathy K

We had the best time and will definitely be back. All the employees were so polite, kind and helpful. You can spend all day and you wouldn't get to do everything. We brought our Junior girlscout troop and they all had a blast.

Jen Panattoni

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Explorer Day Pass

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Explorer Day Pass

Unlimited play of 13+ activities

The climb, zip & high ropes adventure

Ultimate jungle gym for kids 3-13

Explorer Day Pass

Unlimited play of 13+ activities

The climb, zip & high ropes adventure

Ultimate jungle gym for kids 3-13

Outdoor Climbing in the Chicago Area

Climb & Zipline Adventure

Climb Zipline

"An amazing family day of climbing and adventure!"

Choose Your Adventure

Book With Confidence

Free Parking & Park Admission

Book With Confidence

Where To Check-In

High Ropes Challenges for All Levels

Taking Challenges to New Heights

Zipline

Rock Walls

High Ropes

Bouldering

Belay

Climb & Zipline Adventure Information

What Our Guests Are Saying

Frequently Asked Questions

What Our Guests Are Saying

Discover More At The Forge

New To The Forge?

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Explorer Day Pass

Unlimited play of 13+ activities

The climb, zip & high ropes adventure

Kids Adventure Pass

Ultimate jungle gym for kids 3-13

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About

Tuesday, July 1

Explorer Day Pass

Unlimited play of 13+ activities

Climb & Zipline Adventure

The climb, zip & high ropes adventure

Kids Adventure Pass

Ultimate jungle gym for kids 3-13