Zombie Zips: Nighttime Zipline & Haunted Climb in Kittery, Maine

On a crisp October evening in Kittery, Maine, the ordinary silhouette of pines along the coast takes on a different life: ropes hum, glow sticks pulse, and six zip wires cut through the dark. Zombie Zips is a condensed, 30–40 minute nocturnal zipline and climbing tour that turns a standard canopy run into a Halloween-ready, adrenaline-laced circuit. The course strings together six zips and three climbing elements—ladder-like transitions—so riders move from platform to platform with brief, breathless moments of exposure between each flight.

This is a guided, gear-included experience: harnesses, helmets, and glow sticks are provided; guides manage safety lines and belays. Tours run with two guides and up to six guests, making each group feel like its own tight crew. Costumes are encouraged (no capes or inflatable suits) and the glow-in-the-dark accents give every glide an otherworldly quality against the night sky. The activity is open to people aged five and up, with height and weight limits of 48 inches minimum and 50–250 pounds maximum, so it’s family-friendly but not anonymous—guides watch for safe fits and efficient transitions.

What makes Zombie Zips special is the pairing of site and season. Kittery sits on Maine’s southern coast where maritime pines, oaks, and salt-swept air frame a canopy that’s compact enough for a tight, cinematic zipline run. Flying after dusk amplifies simple landscape features into dramatic backdrops: silhouetted branches, distant harbor lights, and the occasional bellow of a night bird. The addition of theatrical elements—zombie actors or ambient audio on select nights—turns the run into a playful scare rather than a pure fright show.

Because the course condenses multiple zips into a short run, the pacing is brisk: expect quick transitions, short climbs between lines, and more time airborne than waiting. Guides run safety briefings on-site and walk every participant through harness checks and braking technique so even first-timers feel competent before launch. Since this is a night event, wear layers and bring closed-toe shoes; loose or flowing costume pieces are restricted to prevent entanglement. Parking and check-in instructions are provided during booking—double-check those details when you reserve. Nearby Kittery Point and Portsmouth, New Hampshire, offer lodging and dining within a short drive.