Loco Ropes
Loco Ropes
4.5
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High-wire, heart-pumping treetop courses with 30+ challenges to test your nerve, endurance, agility, & strength - all in the name of adventure, using cutting-edge technology & ACCT standards to keep you safe. Those looking for an introduction into our adrenaline fueled world can try the Flying Pig – our 300’ zip line. Swing, zip, & leap from tree to tree! No organized event needed, this family friendly attraction excites adrenaline junkies & outdoor enthusiasts, alike.
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Lake Charles, LA199 contributions
Jun 2020 • Solo
I visited Loco Ropes Adventure on Wednesday 6-17-20. I chose to do all 3 Ropes/Zipline courses. I was grouped with a young woman and her two nieces. We completed course 2 (green) first with little difficulty. Then to course 1 (yellow ) easiest. We then chose to move onto course 3 (green) most difficult. Young woman working the course advised the first 4 obstacles were hardest part of course 3 and were upper body challenging. She was correct and the remaining obstacles were much easier. However, for me the last 4 obstacles resulted in me needing rescuing. On a Zipline I failed to properly stop myself on the platform and unfortunately ended up going backwards and stopping midway on Zipline. At this point I had no upper body strength to reach the wire to maybe inch myself along using my hands. Therefore, a nice young man “Rocko” had to come and rescue me. He had to Zipline to me and connect to me to bring me to the platform. Just as we reached the platform I got dizzy and black spots in my eyes and knew I was in trouble. After finally getting on platform I had to remain kneeled as I couldn’t see and felt as though I’d pass out, and I believe I did blackout even if for a few seconds. I felt like I was sleeping and then I heard Rocko talking to me and I woke up thinking “$&@?, I’m still up here”. Rocko was super nice, reassuring and patient in letting me get my bearings and blood flow back. He said sometimes just sitting in harness (which is what I did waiting for him ) can affect blood flow and adrenaline. I believe it was blood flow issue from harness because I was relaxed and ok with waiting for his assistance. Once I regained my faculties, he stayed with me thru the last two balance obstacles and then one final Zipline to ground and I finished all three courses. Thank you Rocko for the assist and patience. Suggestions to anyone doing all 3 courses, wear full set gloves, I had set workout gloves that only covers to first knuckle and had 3 fingers w blisters. Also, if you do all 3 courses, take a few water breaks, and maybe snack before course 3, just in case you need extra energy and be mindful to stick your landing on the Zipline platform so you won’t have to be rescued. All staff was super friendly and it was lots of fun. My only suggestion would be to install Zipline stop adapter to avoid my situation. I’ve been on many Ziplines and they typically have a person to help stop you or a device that catches the equipment to avoid backward motions. Great course design and it’s predominately under trees so you don’t really need sunglasses or hats.
Written June 19, 2020
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Derek B
3 contributions
Apr 2021
My 10-year-old daughter and I did the 2nd ropes course. It was a challenging but great course. They said it would take us between 1/2 hour and an hour. It took us at least an hour and fifteen minutes. The course was fine, but our guide was not as gentle and nurturing as he should have been with children. He gave us good training, but when it was clear that my daughter was a little anxious, it would have been good for him to learn how to speak encouraging words. Instead, he kept talking about large snakes in the area who can climb trees, etc. Also, half-way through the course, he just sort of disappeared, to let us finish it up on our own. He sounded a little impatient when I yelled for him to remind me how to end with the zipline. He was waiting at the top of a hill, but not where I could see him. He came over and said for us to just do it like I trained you. Well, that was about an hour earlier, and I had forgotten. So, all things considered, most of the customer service, etc. was very good, but the guid was a little week.
Written April 18, 2021
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airbornesally
Conway, AR1 contribution
May 2011
I booked the "End of the Line" Treetop course and had a blast! Ask for Mallory, she is encouraging and conversational in a positive way! She totally took my mindoff being 30 feet in air and suspended on a twisting log try to get to the next element. After the course, take time to walk around and enjoy a meal in downtown Mountain View. The town is full of character and charm.
Written May 15, 2011
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Donna B
1 contribution
Jul 2021
Heads up if you make a reservation you will be charged for the courses ahead of time. If you just show up, your young ones can opt out of courses after trying one. This bit us in the butt. The company just said, "sorry". Wish we had known before!!!!!!!
Written July 7, 2021
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Heather D
1 contribution
Mar 2021 • Family
Very disappointed. Was confused when we were given a tutorial with another group on how to unhook and then use a key to unlock a ring and then hook it back.... had no idea you would be in charge of going through the course on your own. We would not have made the two hour drive if we were told this information up front. I had called a week prior to make reservations and asked specifically what it entailed and if it was something my seven-year- old could do. I was told the courses are very easy and the #2 course only takes a little balance. Not that you had to be in charge of the ropes and basically given no time or instruction on this. No one asked or offered other services once we decided not to go forward, no help in taking off the harness or where to leave it. Horrible experience.
Written March 9, 2021
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Jerry V
1 contribution
Aug 2022
After enjoying LR multiple times over the last three years it seems they have changed their style from profesional/freindly to an almost bootcamp approach. Old guy in the office was borderline rude when asked questions. We have been there 2 times this year hoping that things would get back to normal but it appears that the change is permanent which is unfortunate as LR was (until this year) one of our favorite places to take visitors. My little groups of 5 or 6 two or three times a year will not be missed by LR but it will be missed by my grandkids, until whatever changes have been made it was a favorite activity. I sincerely wish you all would ask yourself if this change was the right way to go because I believe it is going to hurt your business in the long run. Thank you.
Written August 16, 2022
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Leighms18
Oklahoma City, OK6 contributions
Nov 2013 • Family
My husband and I are in our mid-50s, but in better than average shape and work out regularly. We went with our daughter who is a dance teacher in her 30s, but who recently had a shoulder injury. We called before we drove 2 1/2 hours to make sure that it was physically appropriate for us. Lady on phone said that there were no physical requirements for the course, asked me no questions about my weight, strength, etc. When I began asking questions, she said we would more than fine and that little to no shoulder/arm strength was required for the first and second courses. She required that we pay (in full) in advance to hold our reservations.
Upon arrival, we were put into harnesses. We were then were sent with the "Trainer." This "trainer" was the rudest, most arrogant, private-sector employee I have ever had the displeasure to encounter. There is not space here to list all the rude things he said to us, but as just a sample:(1) He said that we could die on the ropes course, but he didn't care if we died. Oh yeah, he did care because it would be so much paperwork so late in the day; (2) He said that he didnt understand why anyone came to the Loco Ropes (unless, of course, they were crazy and some kind of adrenaline junky). He said wouldn't come this place at all, except he had to feed his family; this list goes on and on.......
The first course required lots of upper body strength and stamina. Even with years of Pilates, it was very difficult to complete. I finished but it was work and painful afterwards. I don't believe this course would be truly fun for anyone over 40, unless you are in spectacular condition. I don't think the management/owners cared whether the course was appropriate for our group or not. They had already received the money.
After completing the course, I remembered that when we were being harnessed the employees were laughing about customers weighing 300 lbs showing up to do this course and how it was impossible. I realize now that those people had probably been tricked into being there (and paying), the same way we had. Bad business - all the way around.
Upon arrival, we were put into harnesses. We were then were sent with the "Trainer." This "trainer" was the rudest, most arrogant, private-sector employee I have ever had the displeasure to encounter. There is not space here to list all the rude things he said to us, but as just a sample:(1) He said that we could die on the ropes course, but he didn't care if we died. Oh yeah, he did care because it would be so much paperwork so late in the day; (2) He said that he didnt understand why anyone came to the Loco Ropes (unless, of course, they were crazy and some kind of adrenaline junky). He said wouldn't come this place at all, except he had to feed his family; this list goes on and on.......
The first course required lots of upper body strength and stamina. Even with years of Pilates, it was very difficult to complete. I finished but it was work and painful afterwards. I don't believe this course would be truly fun for anyone over 40, unless you are in spectacular condition. I don't think the management/owners cared whether the course was appropriate for our group or not. They had already received the money.
After completing the course, I remembered that when we were being harnessed the employees were laughing about customers weighing 300 lbs showing up to do this course and how it was impossible. I realize now that those people had probably been tricked into being there (and paying), the same way we had. Bad business - all the way around.
Written December 2, 2013
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Thank you for your feedback. I am truly sorry for the misunderstanding as to who we are and what we offer. Describing our many offerings can easily get confusing, and we do try to break them out between one, our Tower, which includes 2 adventures that require virtually no physical strength:
• our Flying and Screamin’ Pig ZipLines, with our recordholders being 3 and 92 years young, and
• our HotShot FreeFall, with our recordholders being 3 and 78 years young!
And secondly, our Treetop Adventure, which is designed to test your nerve, endurance, agility, and strength. Although we have had ages ranging from 3 – 85 complete the Short Line (Loco Line 1), and 4 - 74 years young complete the End of the Line (Loco Line 1, 2, and 3), we recognize that what one person finds fun and physically and mentally doable, another may not. And it is for that reason we offer the “Short Line (May Upgrade),” giving first-time Participants a chance to see how they’re enjoying the Treetop Adventure before committing more dollars, because we do not want to charge you for more adventure than what you are wanting. We want Loco Ropes to be affordable, giving our Participants an opportunity to find out what we’re all about for the fewest dollars. We have made every effort to make this affordable and family friendly, encouraging all to step outside their comfort zones and experience this exhilarating and empowering adventure.
I am truly sorry for the remarks of one of our Trainers. It was my understanding from long ago with him that he was no longer using his extreme humor in an attempt to lighten anxiety among Participants. I am sorry to hear that was not the case. On the positive side, from my experience and the extensive positive remarks made by others, I trust our Crew’s heart, patience and compassion for our participants to be in the right place and deserving of much praise. That said, your comments are not disregarded, but taken to heart, realizing how quickly and easily we can appear arrogant and callous – quite the opposite of our intentions. Our Crew will strive to be better for your feedback, striving to give each Participant an awesome experience at Loco Ropes!
Written December 21, 2013
This response is the subjective opinion of the management representative and not of Tripadvisor LLC.
femaleboxer
New York City, NY580 contributions
Jul 2011 • Friends
This was terrifying but fun, unnerving but exhilarating, difficult but possible; it was everything you could want in an adventure and then some. People of all ages can participate, and you have choices: three exciting rope courses, a zip line, a rock climbing wall, and a 50-foot free-fall. Here's the problem, though... people with some physical limitations may find themselves at a standstill on the course and in need of a rescue. Make sure to bring sturdy footwear and an iron will!
Written July 3, 2011
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RockinM412
Dallas, TX133 contributions
Jul 2016 • Friends
This 50 year old lady and her 76 year old mother enjoyed a quick ride on the zip line! From the fellow at the front desk to the guy who got us harnessed in to the lady up at the zip line, we felt welcome and informed. It was a quick, fun ride that my mom really wanted! We opted out of any of the actual ropes course.
Written July 25, 2016
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TERRY K
4 contributions
Jun 2016
I'm sure kids, teens and young adults will find this place a lot of fun and challenging. I did the zip line and wasn't really impressed. It wasn't real long and didn't go to another platform. It went about 300 feet, stopped then brought back by remote control.
Written July 6, 2016
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Hi! My apologies for this late answer! Your question was just discovered, we not having received notification of your question. We're thrilled you're looking at joining us! Referring to the color rate chart on page 1 of our brochure (Trip Advisor will not allow us to provide you a website link to it; you will find it by clicking "Teambuilding" on the Home Page of our com website) and the bottom of page 4 for details, we have eight Loco Ropes Events for you to consider, all of them bringing your Group a great time together bonding, laughing, and creating unforgettable memories! Again, our apologies for the late response. You will find our contact information on our website (we are limited in what we may share, unfortunately, via Trip Advisor). We hope to be hearing from you soon with plans to "Go Loco!"
Written September 10, 2017
Hi! Our prices range from $7.50 - $55.75 (including tax). For a full listing of our price options, please visit our websites, which, unfortunately, TripAdvisor does not allow me to share the website links in my answer to you.
Written June 1, 2016
Im interested in rates . I couldn't find anything about cost of the courses
Written March 19, 2016
LocoRopes
Mountain View, Arkansas
Hi! My apologies. Each attempt I've made to answer your question is rejected by Trip Advisor. Please call or email us, and I will be happy to answer your questions. I apologize for any inconvenience.
Written March 19, 2016
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