Treetop Challenge - Go Ape Glentress Forest

Go Ape - Glentress Forest, Peebles
Available until 1 March 2026

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Book your tickets for the Treetop Challenge and experience one of the best family days out at Go Ape Glentress Forest

A course designed for adventure-seekers, enjoy the beautiful Scottish backdrop as you weave your way through the woodlands tackling treetop loops, wobbly bridges, tricky crossings and more.

End your experience with a victorious zip wire ride - at a whopping 325-metres long and 160ft high, it's Scotland's highest zip wire!

About your adventure:

  • Duration: 2-3 hours
  • Difficulty: Hard
  • Highest platform: 14m
  • Longest zip: 325m

This adventure is for you if you're:

  • Minimum age: 10 years old (one adult must supervise - see More Info) 
  • Minimum height: 1.4m
  • Maximum weight: 130kg

Get your tickets for Treetop Challenge today, or check out the other activities taking place at Go Ape Glentress Forest.

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Location
Falla Brae Car Park Glentress Forest,
Peebles,
EH45 8NB
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How to find us

Address: Forestry Commission Scotland, Glentress Forest, Falla Brae Car Park, Peebles, EH45 8NB

By car:

  • From the west or north

You can get to Peebles using the A72 or the A703 from Edinburgh. 

  • From the South

Leave the M74 at Junction 15 (Moffat) and take the A701 towards Edinburgh. At Broughton, take the B712 on the right, which joins the A72 (turn right) and head into Peebles. 

Then from Peebles, follow the A72 towards Galashiels for 1.5 miles, and the entrance for Glentress is signposted to the left-hand side. 

  • From the east

Take the A72 towards Peebles. After the village of Cardrona (and MacDonald Hotel), the entrance for Glentress is signposted to the right.

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By bus:

The 62 and 62a buses from Edinburgh to Galashiels both stop right outside the Glentress entrance.

Ask for “Glentress” rather than “Peebles”.The driver is more likely to drop you outside the site.

The course is approx 500m up a gentle hill, following the forest road from the bus stop.

Facilities
  • Toilets
  • Dog-friendly
  • Wheelchair accessible
  • Picnic area
  • Food and drink
  • Parking nearby
  • Play area
More Info
What should I wear to the Treetop Challenge at Go Ape?

You should wear something that you don’t mind getting grubby. Dress for the weather so bring along a mac if it’s raining!

You need to make sure you have the correct footwear with closed toe and heel (with flat soles), no sandals or slip-off shoes.

Your stomach area will need to be covered and long hair must be tied back.

Who can participate in the Treetop Challenge at Go Ape?

You can join the Treetop Challenge at Go Ape if you're:

  • Minimum age: 10 years old
  • Minimum height: 1.4m
  • Maximum weight: 130kg

Please note: Adults must supervise children between the ages of 10-15.

  • One adult (18+) can supervise 2 children aged 10-15 and must participate in the activity.
Will Go Ape activities proceed in bad weather?

Go Ape is an excellent wet weather activity! The course remains open in all weathers, except when it is icy, stormy, in high winds or during lightning. Rain makes the course muddier than usual – which all adds to the fun! Don’t forget to dress for the weather.

Sometimes, unfortunately, a course may need to be closed for reasons beyond Go Ape's control, if this happens you will be given a full refund.

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