The park utilizes a smart-belay system that prevents users from unintentionally disconnecting while in the air.
The aerial trails are color-coded by difficulty, similar to ski slope ratings, progressing from yellow to black diamond.
The course is built within a dedicated wooded area that provides natural shade and temperature mitigation during summer months.
Participants are required to complete a ground-based orientation session to learn how to operate their climbing harnesses and carabiners.
TreeRunner Raleigh is an aerial adventure park featuring an obstacle course set within a forest canopy at 12804 Norwood Rd. The facility includes a multi-level ropes course with various challenge difficulty ratings, ranging from beginner to advanced. Guests navigate tree-to-tree obstacles such as zip lines, suspended bridges, and climbing elements. The integrated Putt Forest provides an outdoor miniature golf course situated within the park's wooded acreage. Safety systems utilize a continuous belay mechanism, allowing participants to traverse the course while remaining securely attached to a steel cable. The park is designed for both individual challenge and group team-building exercises. It operates in an outdoor, all-weather forest environment.
The elevated platforms offer panoramic views of the forest floor, ideal for action shots of climbers on the zip lines.
Wear athletic clothing that allows for a full range of motion while wearing a harness.
Check the weather forecast, as the park may close during high winds, thunderstorms, or severe weather conditions.
Reserve your climbing time slot online in advance to ensure availability on busy weekends.
Do not wear loose clothing, scarves, or dangling accessories that could catch on course obstacles.
Operating schedule is highly seasonal; the park typically shifts to weekend-only hours during late fall and winter months.
Closed-toe shoes are mandatory; long hair must be tied back; jewelry should be removed.
