Barrel nearly 2,000 feet down the side of a mountain as you maneuver turns, glide around corners, and pull on the brake – if the speed gets too much for you. Whether you’re a daredevil who prefers traveling at breakneck speeds or you prefer a more demure ride, you’ll find few better ways to add excitement to your spring than on this mountain slide near Pittsburgh.
Embark on a scenic drive that takes a little over an hour from downtown Pittsburgh to the sprawling mountain resort of Seven Springs, popular with adventurers all year around.
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Marvel at the breathtaking landscape below as you journey to the mountain slide aboard a chairlift.
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Climb into your sled, which boasts two wheels and a handbrake so you can go as fast or as slow as you’d like.
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The Alpine Slide welcomes riders who are 30 inches or taller. A parent or a legal guardian must ride with children between 30 and 44 inches tall.
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All riders who exceed 44 inches in height must zip and zoom down the slide alone.
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Slip down the slide once for $11.50 or purchase an All-Day Activity Bracelet so you can ride the Alpine Slide as many times as you want. (Unlimited rides on the slide is not available during Seven Springs’ annual Autumnfest.)
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Experience the thrill of the Alpine Slide at Seven Springs, starting on Memorial Day and open daily until Labor Day. From the day after Labor Day to October 22, 2017, the slide will be open every Saturday and Sunday (weather permitting).
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Click below for a rider’s view of the Apline Slide. (Be warned, however, that you may get dizzy or suffer from motion sickness when watching.)
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Address:
Alpine Slide at Seven Springs Mountain Resort 777 Water Wheel Drive Seven Springs, PA 15622 800-452-2223 Click here for more information.
Celebrate spring with a thrilling ride down this mountain slide near Pittsburgh or, if you prefer an adventure that’s not quite as fast, visit this treetop adventure park in Allison Park.
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