Local Tips
Book in Advance
Go Ape can get busy, especially on weekends and holidays. Booking your adventure in advance ensures you get your preferred time slot. If you move fast, we recommend getting in early when there are fewer guests on the course.
What to Wear
Wear fully enclosed shoes, comfortable athletic clothing, and bring gloves (or purchase them on-site). Avoid loose items and tie back long hair. Phones are allowed if securely attached (Go Ape sells phone holders at check-in). This ensures safety and comfort while navigating the high ropes and zipline course.
Before You Arrive
Eat a protein-rich meal and stay hydrated the day before and of your reservation. Go Ape is a physically active activity, and you’ll want to be hydrated and have stable blood sugar to stay safe!
What to Bring
Water is available throughout your adventure and additional drinks are available for purchase, such as Sports drinks. Bring athletic gloves (or purchase at site), sunscreen, bug spray, and any medical necessities you have, such as epipens, if needed. We do not recommend bringing anything that can fall into the forest, such as hats and sunglasses. Leave your belongings at home or in your car; we can keep hold of your car keys. Phones can be brought into the trees if they are securely attached to you. Phone holders are available for purchase at site.
Combine Adventures
Make the most of your visit by combining your Go Ape adventure with other local activities. Discounts are available for Axe Throwing, Forest Escape, Gorilla Golf and more when purchased with a treetop activity.
Things To Do In Oak Point Park & Nature Preserve
Go Ape is located within Oak Point Park and Nature Preserve, offering beautiful trails, picnic areas, and scenic views. It’s a perfect spot to relax before or after your adventure. After, visit The Nature & Retreat Center adjacent to Go Ape, The Nature & Retreat Center provides unique indoor and outdoor event spaces. It’s ideal for hosting gatherings or enjoying the serene environment.
Local Dining Options
After your adventure, enjoy local favorites like Urban Crust for wood-fired pizza or Fish Shack for casual seafood. Both are within a short drive and perfect for refueling after a day of climbing and ziplining in Oak Point Park.
Where is Go Ape Plano located and how do I get there?
Go Ape Plano is located at 5901 Los Rios Blvd, Plano, TX 75074, inside Oak Point Park & Nature Preserve. It’s just 30 minutes from downtown Dallas and easily accessible via US-75 or President George Bush Turnpike. Use Google Maps for the most accurate directions to this top-rated zipline and ropes course in Plano, Texas.
What activities are available at Go Ape Plano?
Go Ape Plano offers a variety of high rope and zipline adventures including the Treetop Adventure and Treetop Discovery. If you’re looking for a thrilling zipline experience near Dallas or a fun group activity, Go Ape Plano is for you.
What are the age and height requirements for Go Ape Plano?
The Treetop Adventure is for ages 10+ and at least 4 ft 7 in tall. The Treetop Discovery is a shorter version with the same requirements. Adult supervision is required for minors, and gloves are mandatory for all participants.
Is Go Ape Plano good for birthday parties or team-building events?
Spring and fall are great for visiting Go Ape Plano, thanks to mild temperatures and scenic views in Oak Point Park. Summer is also popular thanks to the lush forest that offers an escape from the Texas sun – just book early and stay hydrated. Winter is the best time of year for wildlife viewing, cooler temperatures, and fewer crowds. The park is open year-round, so check the official schedule before planning your trip.
What makes Go Ape Plano unique compared to other zipline parks in Texas?
Go Ape Plano stands out with its scenic location in Oak Point Park, a mix of zip lines, Tarzan swings, and rope ladders, and unique offerings. It’s one of the few adventure parks in Texas that combines physical challenge with puzzle-solving and team-building.
Do I need to make a reservation for Go Ape Plano?
Though not required, advance reservations are strongly recommended, especially on weekends and holidays. Booking online guarantees your spot and helps Go Ape staff prepare for your visit. Walk-ins are welcome if space is available, but availability is not guaranteed.
What safety measures are in place at Go Ape Plano?
All participants receive a safety briefing to assess competence and confidence, wear a harness and personal protective equipment that are inspected before and after every guest’s use, and are monitored by trained staff. Gloves are required, and an empty pockets policy is enforced for safety. Monthly inspections are carried out by certified competant persons and annual inspections are completed by ACCT-certified inspectors and ISA-certified arborists. Go Ape meets – and in many cases, exceeds – all required state, federal, and ACCT safety standards.
Come visit our thrilling outdoor adventure park and ropes course in Oak Point Park. Zipline Plano today!
Looking for an exhilarating experience just a short drive from Dallas to Plano? Get ready to adventure to new heights at Go Ape Zipline & Adventure Park in Oak Point Park & Nature Preserve, Plano, TX! Kids and adults love to swing through the treetops of our exhilarating Treetop Adventure, featuring 28-foot high tree-to-tree crossings, 423 ft ziplines, and heart-stopping Tarzan swings, plus over 40 unique obstacles.
Feeling adventurous? Try Treetop Journey, a shorter, action-packed version of our Treetop Adventure with 246 ft ziplines and 18 exciting obstacles.
When you visit Go Ape, you’re in for a fun-filled, interactive outdoor experience that’s perfect for all ages. Whether you’re seeking fun things to do in Plano with family, looking for an unforgettable zipline adventure near Dallas, or planning a day out as a couple, our adventure park has it all.
Plan your next event with us! Shop for gift cards, host a birthday party, earn scout troop patches, take on corporate team building, or schedule a bachelor/bachelorette blowout.
Book now, get out there, and go APE!
About Oak Point Park
Go Ape in Oak Point Park takes scenic to new levels, literally, over 27 feet up in the woodland canopy. At 800 acres, Oak Point Park & Nature Preserve is Plano’s largest park, featuring over 8 miles of trails and ziplining, all within easy driving distance from anywhere in the Dallas-Fort Worth area.
Our Go Ape Treetop Adventure course features thrilling views of the lush local landscape and even a zipline that crosses over Rowlett Creek. Our high-ropes adventure course takes between 2-3 hours to complete.
Not your typical aerial ropes or canopy tour, Go Ape will have you navigating 40 crossings with varying suspended obstacles and flying from treetop to the ground on one of our 4 ziplines. Choose to live life adventurously and Go Ape!