Bungee Jump
Royal Gorge Bridge, Colorado
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A 291meter highsuspension bridge spanning the Royal Gorge formed by the Arkansas River near Canon City, Colorado beckons extreme sports enthusiasts from around the world to experience the SkyCoaster where riders are secured into a modified Bungee apparatus reaching speeds of over 80 km per hour from a platform that has been constructed at a height of nearly 400 meters above the river. The riders harnessed into the SkyCoaster (up to 3 at a time) free-fall straight toward the River after having been ratcheted up to the limit of the specially constructed tower. Traditional Bungee jumps are only offered during the Go Fast! Games at Royal Gorge held during September of each year so you would need to plan your trip to coincide with this event if you want the classic adventure. Royal Gorge Bridge and Park offers 360 acres with more than 20 attractions for your enjoyment in addition to the jumping activities.
Plenty of lodging options, restaurants, shopping and other tourist activities can be found nearby in Canon City as well as in Colorado Springs. Outdoor recreation abounds in this pristine location in Colorado’s Rocky Mountain Region. Add a trip to ride the SkyCoaster or Bungee Jump at the Royal Gorge Suspension Bridge to your list of dreams today.
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