Soar through Georgia’s forest on the Big Bear Canopy Tour with Nacoochee Adventures. Explore zip lines, a bear cave hike, and the thrilling Big Zip Intimidator!
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Difficulty
moderate
Duration
3–4 hours
Fitness Level
Participants should have a reasonable level of fitness, be able to hike uneven trails, and tolerate brief physical exertion during zip line sections.
Wildlife
History
The bear cave has historical significance as a shelter once used by early settlers and native wildlife.
Conservation
Nacoochee Adventures actively promotes low-impact tourism and forest preservation efforts to protect native habitats.
Nacoochee Adventures
Soar through Georgia’s forest on the Big Bear Canopy Tour with Nacoochee Adventures. Explore zip lines, a bear cave hike, and the thrilling Big Zip Intimidator!
Nacoochee Adventures is an outdoor adventure operator located in Helen, Georgia, offering guided canopy tours, zip lines, a high ropes challenge course, and access to an authentic 1800s goldmine. The operation presents clearly described, activity-specific offerings for families, groups, and individual visitors.
The Moonshine Canopy Tour is described as the most popular zip line tour and begins with a scenic ride before a series of zip lines that culminate at a 70-foot platform; guests may extend this tour for additional elements. The Big Bear Canopy Tour is an all-inclusive experience that pairs zip lines with a nature hike that passes a bear cave, features the Big Zip Intimidator, and includes unique activities such as zip line corn hole.
Night Of The Zipping Dead offers a nighttime thrill on the Big Zip Intimidator — a nearly half-mile long zip line — with the optional Thriller Giant Swing as an add-on. The Goldmine Canopy Tour combines treetop zips with a hike into an authentic 1800s goldmine where remnants of hydraulic mining remain visible; this tour is suitable for ages 5 and up. The Yonah Quest Challenge Course provides a physically engaging high ropes experience with three levels and 27 elements, where participants navigate obstacles independently while being safely supervised by guides.
Nacoochee Adventures serves visitors to Helen, Georgia, with guided adventures that include age guidance and supervised elements where indicated. Reservations are available online and bookings often require advance scheduling ahead.
Location
Helen, GA
Based in Helen, Georgia
Tours Offered
5
Zip lines, canopy, mine, ropes course
Age Range
Ages 5+
Options suitable for families and kids
Key Attraction
Big Zip Intimidator
Nearly half-mile zip line experience
Reserve a Moonshine, Big Bear, Goldmine, Night Of The Zipping Dead, or Yonah Quest experience — check availability and age requirements before booking.
Wear sturdy closed-toe shoes
Good footwear is essential for hiking and safely navigating the zip line platforms.
Arrive early to complete safety briefing
The tour includes a thorough safety orientation, so arriving 15 minutes early helps keep things on schedule.
Bring insect repellent
The forested areas can have mosquitoes and other bugs, especially in warmer months.
Avoid loose clothing or accessories
Loose items can get caught on equipment during zip lining, so keep belongings secured.
Closed-toe hiking shoes
Provides traction and protects feet during hiking and zip lining.
Lightweight long sleeves
Protects against insects and sun during warmer spring days.
spring
Insect repellent
Keeps bugs at bay during zip lines and forest hikes.
summer
Water bottle
Stay hydrated throughout the tour, especially in warmer weather.