Longest Zip Lines in the United States, according to World Atlas

The MegaZip in Pigeon Forge, Tennessee, currently holds the record for the longest zip line in the United States.

According to a report from World Atlas, the single span stretches 5,771 feet, covering more than a mile in length.

Riders on the MegaZip experience a vertical drop of 1,000 feet while traveling over the ridges above downtown Pigeon Forge. The system allows participants to control their own speed via a self-braking mechanism, reaching velocities of up to 55 mph.

The attraction starts at an elevation of 2,472 feet, offering views of the Great Smoky Mountains. It allows riders to soar alongside up to three friends or family members at a time.

The MegaZip recently took the title from a line located on the New York and Massachusetts state line. Catamount Mountain Resort, situated on that border, is home to the CataMonster, which remains the second-longest single-span zip line in the country.

While the CataMonster’s own website still identifies it as the longest in the nation, its actual length is 5,523 feet. This line features dual cables so that two riders can travel side by side at speeds reaching 55 mph.

In Alaska, the ZipRider at Icy Strait Point on Chichagof Island also offers a mile-long experience. Though it previously held the record for the longest single span, it now ranks third behind the Tennessee and New York/Massachusetts lines.

The ZipRider spans 5,495 feet with a vertical drop of 1,320 feet. It reaches speeds of up to 65 mph, and riders access the launch point via a gondola that travels through the Tongass National Forest.

Location	Zip Line Name	Length (Feet)	Max Speed
Pigeon Forge, TN	MegaZip	5,771	55 mph
NY/MA State Line	CataMonster	5,523	55 mph
Hoonah, AK	ZipRider	5,495	65 mph

Beyond the mile-long leaders, several other regions offer high-speed aerial adventures. In Kauai, Hawaii, Outfitters Kauai operates the FlyLine, where riders traverse more than 4,000 feet in a “Superman style” position.

The FlyLine features two parallel lines that allow two riders to experience the 50 mph plunge together. The route moves over tropical valleys, streams, and forests, providing a bird’s-eye view of Mount Haupu.

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Pennsylvania’s Camelback Resort in Tannersville features a 4,000-foot Zip-Rider. This attraction allows riders to hang with their feet dangling 180 feet above the Pocono Mountains.

New Hampshire’s Gunstock Mountain Resort in Gilford provides two distinct long-span options. The Recoil Zip measures 3,981 feet with a 688-foot drop, while the Pistol Zip follows at 3,804 feet.

Both New Hampshire lines can reach speeds exceeding 65 mph. The Recoil Zip specifically skims within 100 to 140 feet of the ground during its descent.

Tennessee hosts both the national record holder and other major lines. Off the Grid Mountain Adventures in Elizabethton operates a nearly 3,000-foot zip line.

This Elizabethton line glides 300 feet above the canyon floor at speeds of up to 60 mph. The operator of this attraction claims to have previously owned the first commercial zipline in the United States, located in Boone, North Carolina.

In the West, Denver Adventures in Conifer, Colorado, offers a course with six separate zip lines. Their longest single span exceeds 1,900 feet and provides views of the Rocky Mountains.

The Colorado site utilizes staff-controlled braking to manage descents. This allows for both tandem riding and mountain-to-mountain transitions.

These high-altitude attractions represent an evolution in outdoor adventure tourism. From the Appalachians to the Rockies, the industry continues to compete on the metrics of length, speed, and vertical drop.