Glenwood Canyon Flyer
Thrill Ride
Defy Gravity
Ride included with Funday Ticket
May to October
56″ minimum height to ride alone
48" minimum height to ride with supervising companion
Maximum weight per ride carrier is 330 lbs.
The Glenwood Canyon Flyer is perched on the edge of Glenwood Canyon, right between the Giant Canyon Swing and the Cliffhanger Roller Coaster.
Fun fact. The Glenwood Canyon Flyer opened on May 23, 2014. It was built in Italy, then disassembled and shipped across the Atlantic to Houston, taken to Denver by train, and trucked across the Continental Divide to Glenwood Springs. There are no lengths (or heights) Glenwood Caverns won’t go to for high flying fun!
Important note:
Occasionally rides are closed due to maintenance or weather. Check our rides and attractions status to see that your favorite rides are open. Also, for the best value, we recommend purchasing the Funday pass online which includes gondola rides, cave tours and unlimited turns on all the rides and attractions!
Rider Requirements
- Guests must be at least 48” tall to ride. Guests between 48” and 56” tall must ride with a Supervising Companion. Guests must be 56” tall to ride alone.
- Maximum combined weight of 330 lbs.
- Guests with the following conditions must not ride:
- Back or neck problems
- Heart conditions
- Pregnancy
- Recent surgery, illness, or injury
- High blood pressure
- Any other medical condition that may be aggravated by this ride
- Double jointed casts and neck braces are not permitted. Prosthetic devices are not permitted with the exception of those below the knee.
- Guests must have the ability to sit upright and maintain control of their upper torso, head, and neck. At a minimum, Guests must have one arm and two legs including the knee with at least one leg to the ankle.
Save Time!
A Release of Liability Waiver (Exención Por Actividades)
must be signed prior to enjoying all rides and attractions. To save yourself time, please download, print and bring this waiver with you. One waiver per person is required. Riders younger than 18 must have a parent’s or guardian’s signature on the waiver.
* Some rides and attractions are seasonal. Rides may be closed at any time due to weather or maintenance. Please check at Gondola Base before purchasing tickets.
For the safety of our guests, safety restrictions are enforced on all attractions.
November 22nd, 2025 -
January 4, 2026
Celebrate the season at Glenwood Caverns Adventure Park’s Winter on the Mountain! Ride the scenic gondola to a glowing mountaintop wonderland filled with twinkling lights, festive décor, and holiday cheer. Enjoy thrilling rides like the Alpine Coaster, dazzling light displays, and live entertainment. Meet Santa on select Saturdays and experience the magic of the Plaza Music & Light Show every half hour starting at 5:30 p.m. With cave tours, music, and family fun all season long, Winter on the Mountain is where holiday memories shine brightest.
