Are you ready for the challenge?
Jump into the realm of adventure play at The Strong’s high ropes course—Ralph Wilson Skyline Climb. Suspended above the museum’s carousel atrium, adults and kids alike can traverse beams and balance obstacles, maneuver ropes and wobbly bridges, and leap off a zipline platform.
Built by RCI Adventure Products, Ralph Wilson Skyline Climb consists of two courses geared towards different sizes and skill levels—the Low-Rise Course Powered by M&T Bank for guests below 48 inches in height and the High-Rise for guests 48 inches and above.
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Ralph Wilson Skyline Climb Ticket Prices
Low-Rise $8 ($7 members)
High-Rise $8 ($7 members)
Footwear must be closed toe and closed back. No crocs, sandals, open toe, or backless shoes. No bare feet. No skirts or dresses. Ticket valid for one use/entry. Rider must be under 48″ for the Low-Rise course. Rider must be 48″ or taller for the High-Rise course.
For the Low Rise course, each child requires an adult chaperone to assist them as they maneuver through the Low Rise course. Children not on the Low Rise course are not permitted in the area.
Ropes Course Hours | Opens | Last Entry |
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October 22–24 | Closed | Closed |
October 29–November 1 | Closed | Closed |
Monday–Thursday | 11 a.m. | 4 p.m. |
Friday | 11 a.m. | 7 p.m. |
Saturday | 10 a.m. | 7 p.m. |
Sunday | 10 a.m. | 4 p.m. |
High-Rise Rules
- Guests must be 48” or taller and weigh under 300 lbs to participate.
- Cell phones and other loose objects are NOT allowed.
- Guests must safely fit in the harness.
- Shoes must be secure. No bare feet, Crocs, flip-flops, or open heel shoes. Make sure shoelaces are tied. No dresses or skirts.
- Gum, food, or drinks are NOT allowed on attraction.
- Follow all instructions and posted rules, signs, or stickers.
- No running, jumping, hanging in harness, or horseplay. Museum staff reserve the right to expel participants displaying these behaviors.
- The redundant slingline should stay in front of and between shoulders at all times.
- Do not touch the overhead tracking system or tamper with harness or redundant slingline.
- Only one participant is permitted on a segment or activity of Skyline Climb at a time, unless a child is being assisted by a responsible chaperone.
- Participating while under the influence of drugs or alcohol is prohibited.
- Guests must be able to understand and demonstrate knowledge of all safety rules and the course environment to experience the attraction without a responsible chaperone.
Participate responsibly when on the High-Rise. You should be in good health to participate. You know your physical condition, our operators do not. If you suspect your health could be at risk for any reason or you could aggravate a pre-existing condition of any kind, do not participate. Risks are inherent when participating on High-Rise. Injuries that can occur include—but are not limited to—bumps, bruises, and scrapes. Please be aware of the risks involved with participating. Make the operator aware of any pre-existing injuries or other conditions before being harnessed. Notify Strong staff of any injuries on the attraction before leaving the area.
Zipline Rules
- Only one participant on zipline at a time.
- Guests must be in a seated position in the harness. Do not hold yourself up while zipping.
- No horseplay, running, or jumping off the platforms, kicking and flailing legs or flipping upside down while zipping.
- Do not hang on or strike gates.
- Walk through, brake, and exit the landing platform.
- Use the emergency exit track for backing out from the takeoff platform.
Low-Rise Rules
- Guests must be under 48” tall AND be accompanied by an adult chaperone at all times.
- Guests must safely fit in the harness.
- Shoes must be secure. No bare feet, Crocs, flip-flops, or open heel shoes. Make sure shoelaces are tied.
- Gum, food, or drinks are NOT allowed on attraction.
- No running, jumping, hanging in harness, or horseplay. Museum staff reserve the right to expel participants displaying these behaviors.
- The redundant slingline should stay in front of and between shoulders at all times.
- Do not touch the overhead tracking system or tamper with harness or redundant slingline.
- No ziplining down the stairs.
- Lift gates are for chaperone use only. They must be in the closed position before the participant can cross the beam.
- Only one participant is permitted on a segment or activity at a time.
Participate responsibly when on the Low-Rise. You should be in good health to participate. You know your physical condition, our operators do not. If you suspect your health could be at risk for any reason or you could aggravate a pre-existing condition of any kind, do not participate. Risks are inherent when participating on Low-Rise. Injuries that can occur include—but are not limited to—bumps, bruises, and scrapes. Please be aware of the risks involved with participating. Make the operator aware of any pre-existing injuries or other conditions before being harnessed. Notify Strong staff of any injuries on the attraction before leaving the area.
Ralph Wilson Skyline Climb is not recommended for guests with the following conditions or any history of physical conditions that may be aggravated by these attractions: