CRATER LAKE ZIPLINE LLC

What CRATER LAKE ZIPLINE LLC does

Crater Lake Zipline LLC is a family-owned outdoor adventure tour operator founded in 2015 and headquartered in Klamath Falls, Oregon, approximately 40 minutes south of Crater Lake National Park within the Fremont-Winema National Forest. The company operates under a special use permit from the U.S. Forest Service as the first and only tree-to-tree zipline canopy tour on National Forest land, with a 1.5-mile course spanning nine ziplines, two rappels, and two sky bridges using a hand-braking system. A complementary kids' zipline adventure park (Sasquatch Hollow) uses a Koala Continuous Belay system for ages 5–12, and a guided kayak operation runs tours and rentals on the Upper Klamath Canoe Trail.

The company has expanded its activity portfolio to include axe throwing (8 lanes, up to 36 participants), UTV side-by-side off-road rides to Tomahawk Mountain, guided night hikes, and guided mountain lake fishing trips, plus an on-site food truck (Sassy's Kitchen) serving wraps, rice bowls, Oregon wines, and craft beers. Combo packages (Skyak, Fly & Fling, Zip Dip & Sip) bundle multiple activities into half-day or full-day experiences priced at $155–$255 per person. Equipment, instruction, and guided service are included in all bookings, with 24/7 online reservation availability and seasonal operation from April through November.

The business operates on a direct-to-consumer basis with per-person unit pricing across activities, supplemented by corporate team-building and group event packages accommodating 4–100+ guests. Distribution mixes digital channels (website, social, SEO, TripAdvisor, Google Reviews) with referrals from regional hospitality partners and tourism boards (Travel Oregon, Discover Klamath, Running Y Ranch Resort). The company has earned Top 10% of attractions worldwide on TripAdvisor for three consecutive years and was named the 14th best zipline experience globally by USA Today in 2023, accumulating over 2,000 positive reviews across platforms. The founders (Darren and Jenifer Roe, with 40+ years of guiding experience since 1984) and their children (Ethan Roe as Manager, Averie Roe as Lead Guide) constitute a family-led operating team.

Name

CRATER LAKE ZIPLINE LLC

Legal name

Crater Lake Zipline LLC

Website

https://craterlakezipline.com

Company type

Private

Founded year

2015

Operating status

Operating

Headcount range

1–10 employees

Short description

Crater Lake Zipline LLC is a family-owned outdoor adventure operator in Klamath Falls, Oregon, offering guided zipline canopy tours, kayaking, axe throwing, UTV rides, fishing, and hiking on permitted National Forest land near Crater Lake National Park, serving tourists, families, and corporate groups seasonally from April through November.

Ownership category

akta.pro rank

Product category

Outdoor Adventure Tourism

NAICS

Amusement and Theme Parks (71311)

SIC

Services-Amusement & Recreation Services (7900), Services-Miscellaneous Amusement & Recreation (7990)

akta.pro primary industry

Zipline, Ropes Courses & Aerial Adventure Parks (THAJABAC)

akta.pro secondary industries

Zipline & Canopy Tour Parks (THAAACAA), Adventure & Aerial Parks (Ropes Courses, Zipline Parks, Climbing Parks) (THAJAEAI)

Keywords

• Outdoor adventure tourism
• Zipline canopy tours
• Guided kayak tours
• Axe throwing experiences
• National forest recreation

Headquarters

HQ city

Klamath Falls

HQ country

United States

HQ region

North America

Offices1 record

Markets served

GTM type

B2C

Offering type

Services

Cost components

Personnel, Operations, Marketing or Sales, Infrastructure, Technology or R&D, Others

Revenue model

1. Adventure Tour Sales: Direct sales of guided adventure experiences including zipline tours, kayak tours, axe throwing, UTV rides, fishing trips, and hiking tours. Revenue generated through per-person pricing for individual activities and packages.
2. Equipment Rentals: Kayak and paddleboard rentals at $50-80 per seat for self-guided exploration of Upper Klamath Wildlife Refuge.
3. Food & Beverage: On-site Sassy’s Kitchen food truck serving wraps, nachos, rice bowls, and beverages including Oregon wines and craft beers.
4. Photography Packages: Photo and video packages available for purchase capturing guest experiences during tours.
5. Party & Group Event Services: Customizable celebration packages for birthdays, corporate events, and family reunions with multiple activity combinations.

Pricing tiers

Go-to-market motion2 records

Distribution channels4 records

Marketing channels9 records

Core offering

Crater Lake Zipline LLC sells guided outdoor adventure experiences from its Klamath Falls, Oregon base, anchored by 1.5+ miles of tree-to-tree zipline canopy tours on the Fremont-Winema National Forest. The offering extends to guided kayak tours and rentals on Upper Klamath waterways, axe throwing, UTV off-road rides, mountain lake fishing, and night hikes, supplemented by combo packages, an onsite food and beverage operation (Sassy's Kitchen), photography packages, and customizable group and corporate events.

Product overview

Crater Lake Zipline LLC is a family-owned outdoor adventure company operating since 2015 in Klamath Falls, Oregon. The company offers a diverse portfolio of guided outdoor experiences centered around three main pillars: zipline canopy tours (Zipline Canopy Tour, Quick Zip Tour, and Sasquatch Hollow Kids Zipline Adventure Park), kayak tours (Malone Springs, Spring Creek, Sunset, and Moonlight tours plus rentals), and additional adventure activities (axe throwing, UTV off-road tours, guided night hikes, and mountain lake fishing trips). The company also operates Sassy's Kitchen, an onsite food truck. Combo packages (Skyak, Fly & Fling, Zip Dip & Sip) allow customers to bundle multiple activities. Founded by Darren and Jenifer Roe, the company operates by permit from the Fremont-Winema National Forest, approximately 40 minutes south of Crater Lake National Park.

Differentiator

Problem solved

Functional benefit

Brands

• Sassy's Kitchen: Onsite food truck offering wraps, nachos, rice bowls, and beverages including Oregon wines, craft beers, and fresh lemonade.

Products and services

• Zipline Canopy Tour 2-3 hour guided tree-to-tree zipline tour covering 1.5 miles across 9 ziplines, 2 rappels, and 2 sky bridges; includes UTV ride to top of Tomahawk Mountain with hand-braking system and views of Mt. McLoughlin and Upper Klamath Lake. For ages 10+, weight 70-250 lbs; $130 per person.
• Quick Zip Tour 1-2 hour guided zipline experience with 4 ziplines, 2 sky bridges, and 2 rappels; includes UTV ride to top of Tomahawk Mountain. For ages 10+, weight 70-250 lbs; $105 per person.
• Kid's Zipline Adventure Park (Sasquatch Hollow) 90-minute supervised adventure for ages 5-12 with 4 ziplines, 2 Challenge Bridges, a Spider Web Crossing, and Lava Tube Slide using the Koala Continuous Belay system for safe independent exploration. Min reach 46 inches, max weight 175 lbs, max height 66 inches; $55 per person.
• Malone Springs Kayak Tour 2-hour guided kayak tour through the Upper Klamath Canoe Trail in the Upper Klamath National Wildlife Refuge featuring wocus flowers, white pelicans, ospreys, bald eagles, and old-growth forest views; beginner-friendly with all gear provided. Ages 4+, max weight 300 lbs; $89 per person.
• Spring Creek Kayak Tour Guided kayak tour through crystal-clear spring-fed waters with vibrant blue hues, mare's eggs plants, and soaring eagles; for ages 4+ and max weight 300 lbs; $115 per person.
• Sunset Kayak Tour Guided kayak tour of the Upper Klamath Canoe Trail during golden hour with LED-lit kayaks for the return; ages 8+.
• Moonlight Kayak Tour 2-hour full moon kayak tour through Upper Klamath Wildlife Refuge with glow-in-the-dark kayaks for evening paddling under stars; ages 10+.
• Kayak Rentals Self-guided kayak and paddleboard rentals with drop-off and pick-up at Rocky Point Boat Launch; single and tandem kayaks, includes kayak, paddle, life jacket, whistle, and access pass; 4 or 8 hour options; $50-80 per seat.
• Axe Throwing 1-hour outdoor axe throwing session with 4 lanes and 8 tree-round targets, accommodating up to 36 participants; expert-led instruction on rules, scoring, and throwing techniques; ages 12+; $35 per person.
• Mountain Lake Fishing Trip 4-hour guided fishing trip on a 22-foot jetboat to mountain lakes (Lake of the Woods or Four Mile Lake); fish for kokanee and rainbow trout via trolling, spin, or fly fishing; all gear provided; ages 4+ (Oregon fishing license required for 12+); $600 per trip (up to 4 people).
• Scenic Summit Off-Road Adventure (UTV Tours) 1-hour guided UTV side-by-side off-road ride to top of Tomahawk Mountain with views of the Cascade Mountains, Mt. McLoughlin, and Upper Klamath Wildlife Refuge; comfortable full-suspension vehicles seat up to 5 guests plus driver; includes fresh squeezed lemonade at summit; ages 5+; $65 per person.
• Guided Night Hike (Sunset Hike) 1.5-2 hour evening guided hike (2 miles over uneven terrain) through dark sky forest with stargazing and nocturnal wildlife spotting; ages 5+; $85 per person.
• Skyak Combo Package 7-hour full-day bundled adventure combining the 9-zipline Zipline Canopy Tour with the Malone Springs Kayak Tour, plus gear and lunch; ages 10+; $230 per person.
• Fly & Fling Combo Package 4-hour bundled package pairing the 9-zipline canopy tour with a 1-hour axe throwing session; ages 12+; $155 per person.
• Zip Dip & Sip Combo Package 7-8 hour full-day bundled experience combining the 9-zipline canopy tour, Malone Springs Kayak Tour, and axe throwing with lunch; adults 21+ receive an included microbrew, cider, or lemonade; ages 12+; $255 per person (saves $27 per person).
• Sassy's Kitchen Onsite food truck offering fresh wraps, nachos, rice bowls, chicken skewer plates, salads, and drinks including Oregon wines, craft beers, and fresh lemonade; group meal options available for pre-arranged bookings (e.g., Turkey Wrap $15, Veggie Wrap $15, Chicken Caesar $16, Quesadilla $10).

Quantifiable outcome

• Top 10% of attractions worldwide on TripAdvisor (third consecutive year, 2024)
• +2 more outcomes

Named customers5 records

Segments4 records

Ideal customer profiles4 records

Technology focussed No

API detail

Has API

No

API docs

API detail

Core technology

AI maturity

App detail

Feature3 records

Partnerships

One partnership is on record.

• Fremont-Winema National ForestcoreStrategic or Co-development PartnerOperates under special use permit from the Fremont-Winema National Forest, allowing zipline canopy tour operations on National Forest land. This is the first and only tree-to-tree zipline course on National Forest land, providing unique competitive positioning.

Scale indicators8 records

Recent moves6 records

Expansion highlights6 records

Others

• Travel Southern Oregon / Discover Klamath: Regional Destination Marketing Organization (DMO) that lists and promotes Crater Lake Zipline. Ecosystem participant and demand-generation partner rather than a competitor; relevant because DMOs materially shape the company's referral pipeline.
• Running Y Ranch Resort: Klamath Falls-area resort that is an explicit referral and package partner of Crater Lake Zipline. Adjacent ecosystem participant rather than a competitor; included to reflect the local tourism partnership network.

Direct peers

• Safari West: California-based outdoor adventure and wildlife tour operator offering guided experiences in a natural setting. Comparable as a regional outdoor-adventure attraction operator targeting tourists and families with multi-activity offerings.
• OARS (Outdoor Adventure River Specialists): Established guided outdoor adventure company offering rafting, kayak, and multi-activity tours across the Western U.S., including Oregon. Comparable in business model (guided outdoor adventure tours, multi-activity combos, family and group packages) and target customer (nature-based leisure travelers).
• Navitat Canopy Adventures: Zipline canopy tour operator with mountain-top courses in North America (Asheville, NC and others) offering guided multi-zipline experiences. Highly comparable on guided tree-to-tree zipline product, family appeal, and tour pricing.
• Zip Oregon (High Sky Zipline Adventures): A direct zipline canopy tour operator in Oregon offering multi-line canopy tours in forested settings. Closest direct comparable in terms of product (tree-to-tree zipline tours), customer (Oregon tourists and families), and pricing structure.
• Spirit of the Columbia Gorge: Oregon-based adventure tour operator offering kayak, hiking, and scenic tours in the Columbia Gorge region. Comparable as a regional guided-adventure tour company with multi-activity product lines, family packages, and similar price points.

Broad incumbents

• Timberline Lodge / Mt. Bachelor: Larger Oregon outdoor recreation destinations offering guided mountain activities, lodging, and F&B. Comparable as a broader incumbent in the Oregon outdoor-adventure space with overlapping customer base, but at much larger scale and across a different primary activity.
• Mt. Hood Ski Resort / Ski Resorts near Crater Lake: Major Oregon outdoor recreation destinations combining guided adventure, lessons, lodging, and F&B. Comparable as a broader outdoor-recreation incumbent capturing Oregon tourist traffic, but at much larger scale and with a different primary activity mix.

Regional players

• Rogue Wilderness Adventures: Southern Oregon-based outfitter offering rafting, fishing, and multi-sport adventure packages. Comparable on guided outdoor adventure products, family/group packages, and Southern Oregon tourism customer base, though primarily rafting-anchored rather than zipline.

Market position

Strengths5 records

Weaknesses5 records

Competitive moat5 records

Key risks6 records

Key highlights7 records

Customer concentration

• YouTubeyoutube.com/@craterlakezipline
• Facebookfacebook.com/craterlakezipline
• Instagraminstagram.com/craterlakezipline
• TikToktiktok.com/@craterlakezipline
• LinkedInlinkedin.com/company/crater-lake-zipline-llc

Revenue estimate

Valuation estimate

Number of profiles

Profiles4 records

Funding overview

Funding rounds

Investors

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M&A

Investments

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