Climb to new heights and hang out with us on our Escarpment Walk Aerial Ropes Course and the Vultures View Climbing Tower. Or, test and develop your target skills at our Eagle Eye Archery Range!
The Escarpment Walk is an aerial high ropes course that will test your balance, coordination and courage as you traverse the climbing elements. The Vultures View is a climbing tower with three walls, each with many different elements and features that will take you more than 45 ft in the air. Helmets, harnesses and climbing equipment are provided, along with instructions and guidance from our trained climbing staff.
With Eagle Eye Archery, you’ll test your skill aiming at a target board using a bow and arrow. Staff provide all equipment along with instruction and helpful tips to help develop your aim and work towards hitting the bullseye!
The Challenge Course & Archery are great options for birthday parties, corporate events, team parties and other group functions.
Now accepting requests for birthday parties and groups in 2025!
Learn more and submit a booking request at the links below.
Rates
2025 Rates
| Course | Duration | Notes | Price (per person) |
| Escarpment Walk Aerial Ropes Course Access to Aerial Ropes Course | 1 hr | Ground School Included Max height 7’ (213 cm) Max weight 275 lbs (125 kg) Guests under 45″ (114 cm) must be accompanied by a chaperone | $25.00 +HST |
| Vultures View Climbing Tower Access to Climbing Tower | 1 hr | Ground School Included 45 lbs–330 lbs (20 kg to 150 kg) | $25.00 +HST |
| Eagle Eye Archery | 30 min | Limited participants per time slot. | $ 13.00 +HST |
Hours of Operation
The Challenge Course is open to the public throughout July and August on weekends from 11:00 am to 4:00 pm. Please check parkvisit.ca and select the park “Kelso Main Entrance” to see available Challenge Course booking times. Please note that the hours of operation may change due to weather and booking availability.
Challenge Course Details
- Close-toed shoes are required.
- Athletic, loose clothing is recommended.
- Keys, cameras and phones must be secured to ensure they do not fall out of pockets.
- Long hair must be tied back.
- All participants must wear our certified harnesses and helmets to be able to participate in our climbing activities (Vultures View Climbing Tower or Escarpment Walk Aerial Ropes Course).
- Participants cannot bring their own gear to use for either archery or climbing activities.
The Escarpment Walk Aerial Ropes Course is a thrilling challenge that puts balance, coordination and courage to the test. Suspended 30 feet above the ground, participants navigate a series of obstacles made from wooden planks, ropes and cables—all while wearing safety protection including a harness and helmet. With features ranging in difficulty, there’s something for everyone on the course. It’s a fun and rewarding way to build confidence, boost endurance, and conquer fears.
Get ready to take adventure to new heights on Vultures View, our wooden climbing tower outfitted with three unique walls of challenging and fun features. Our rock wall is set up similar to one at a climbing gym but here, you get to climb in the great outdoors! Participants are safely harnessed and wearing helmets as they navigate the tower using elements like rope ladders, tire climbers, and various hand- and footholds. Vultures View is designed for climbers of different skill levels, from first-timers to advanced climbers. Those seeking the ultimate vertical thrill can climb over 45 feet high!
Hit the mark at the Eagle Eye Archery Range! Our outdoor range includes a number of practice targets, and each participant is provided with a bow and metal-tipped arrows. Staff will give you expert tips on how to shoot arrows and refine your aim, helping you improve your technique and get closer to the bullseye, or middle of the target. For group bookings and birthday parties, staff lead participants through group games and points-based challenges. Just bring your focus and get ready to enjoy a safe, skill-building experience.
Frequently Asked Questions
Course access is governed by height and weight first. We have found that most climbers 6 years and older can access things on the course, but a shorter or lighter visitor may need to be a little older to reach those height and weight requirements.
Escarpment Walk Aerial Ropes Course
- Climbers less than 45” tall must be accompanied by a chaperone to assist as the progress through the course
- Climbers must be between 20 lbs & 275 lbs to fit safe weight ranges for harnesses
- Climbers must be less than 7’ tall to use the Escarpment Walk
Vultures View Climbing Tower
Climbers must be between 45 lbs & 275 lbs to fit safe weight ranges for harnesses
Yes. Heavy rain, high winds, and lightning or thunder storms will impact course operations. Our goal is always to be open, but with summer storms blowing up unexpectedly, we may occasionally need to close due to weather. If possible, we will always wait for weather to clear and then re-open.
Beyond some energy and appetite for excitement – you need to dress for your adventure.
- Closed-toe and heel shoes are required (running shoes are preferred)
- Clothing that will cover your skin where harnesses make contact (t-shirt, shorts)
Participants do not need to bring their own archery or climbing equipment at the Kelso Challenge Course. All supplies will be provided by the park.
Yes. Spectators are able to move about freely on the ground. Take pictures and cheer on your squad! If you are feeling slightly more adventurous, consider our look-out option. You can climb to the top of the tower using our giant steps climber and take pictures and cheer from above. This climb is considerably less strenuous, and is usually well within comfort zones of more timid climbers.
We sell access to the Challenge Course features in one hour blocks. During the hour you will have time for several climbs on the tower, and could likely pass through the aerial course a couple times. It all depends on your energy levels, confidence, and desire to explore! A more timid climber may take longer to navigate their routes and may tire themselves out more quickly. We want you to climb at your pace and enjoy yourself.
You can bring your own climbing shoes, gloves, and athletic clothing. Helmets, harnesses, and archery equipment must be supplied by the park. We need to ensure that we are familiar with the care of harnesses and helmets and their inspection logs to ensure that they are ready for use. You may be an expert climber, and we love that, we just want to be sure that we can stand confidently behind the gear.
Use of the Challenge Course can include slips and trips that could result in cuts, abrasions, bruises, or other injuries but by following instructions and using equipment correctly, you can minimize these risks. Challenge Course participants are required to read and adhere to all rules, follow all instructions from staff and use all equipment correctly. Failure to do so may result in you being asked to immediately leave the course. We also recommend wearing clothing that allows for a wide range of movement, protects your skin from the wooden surfaces of the climbing course and prevents your skin from being pinched in the harness.
To use the Challenge Course you should be reasonably fit and able to stretch and reach easily. If you are pregnant or have a heart condition, you should not proceed with use of the Challenge Course. If you are unsure if you should use the course for medical reasons, we recommend talking to your doctor.
Use of the Vultures View Climbing Tower and Escarpment Walk Aerial Ropes Course includes exposure to heights and drops. If you have a fear of heights that could put yourself or others at risk, you should not attempt the courses.
Never attempt to access or use the Challenge Course without staff supervision present.