Treetop Challenge
Our most popular high ropes course with epic zip lines. Adventurers need to be aged 10 and 1.4m tall.
- 1-3 hours
- From £34
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Dalby Forest, North Yorkshire
We’re currently closed but can’t wait to welcome you back in February 2025! Bookings are open now.
If you can’t wait for your Go Ape adventure, our Temple Newsam location is open on select days over winter.
Go Ape Dalby Forest is an adventurer’s paradise.
One of the great things about Dalby Forest is the sense of excitement and anticipation which builds as the course unfurls before you. The Treetop Challenge course is a high one – you’ll find yourself 35 metres up in the air so bring your head for heights. Whether pushing yourself to the max or finding your young adventurer’s feet, Dalby Forest delivers.
If you can’t wait for your Go Ape adventure, our Temple Newsam location is open on select days over winter.
Go Ape Dalby Forest is an adventurer’s paradise.
One of the great things about Dalby Forest is the sense of excitement and anticipation which builds as the course unfurls before you. The Treetop Challenge course is a high one – you’ll find yourself 35 metres up in the air so bring your head for heights. Whether pushing yourself to the max or finding your young adventurer’s feet, Dalby Forest delivers.
Dalby forest outdoor activities
Birthday Parties
Treat them to an adventure-filled birthday party.
tackle the great yorkshire forest
Dalby Forest, located in the North Yorkshire Moors, is famous for its fierce terrains and far-reaching views which draw an international crowd.
With over 8000 acres of woodland to explore – there’s something to keep everyone entertained.
There are 13 walking trails, four running trails and six cycling trails. Bring or hire bikes as there’s 55 miles of cycle routes which range from family friendly to highly technical, demanding routes.
There are two play areas to get the children blowing off steam and there’s much to be discovered in the Enchanted Wood. Look out for the living willow arches, owl carvings, a mystical fort, giant insects and a spider in the trees. The whole family can put their map reading skills to the test as they tackle the Gruffalo Orienteering route.
There are picnic sites to enjoy some al fresco dining or grab a bite to eat and a drink in the café. Worried you won’t have time to fit it all in? Bring your tent as there are camping facilities.
Location Overview
know before you go
- Wear sensible clothes for adventure.
- Footwear must be sturdy and suitable for the outdoors. No sandals, slip off shoes, open toes or heels.
- Gloves are a good idea. Either bring a pair or you can buy them at the cabin on the day.
make a day of it
- Explore the internationally renowned mountain biking trails.
- Let the children loose on the exciting adventure playground.
- Sign up for a Stone Initial Carving Workshop.
- Track down the Highway Rat on the activity trail.
Stay Nearby with Forest Holidays
Take a short drive from Go Ape Dalby Forest and you’ll discover Forest Holidays at Keldy and Cropton. After a day of adventures in the great outdoors, enjoy sinking into your very own private outdoor hot tub, while soaking up the sights and sounds of the forest.
Forest, moor and coast are the backdrop to North Yorkshire adventures. Cabins blend seamlessly into idyllic woodland and sunlit glades with coast, countryside and moorland nearby, giving an authentic Yorkshire feel.
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7 Benefits of a Go Ape Adventure
Go Ape adventures are great fun, plus they provide a great physical and mental challenge. There are even more benefits to joining us on an outdoor activity. Find 7 of them here.
