Cypress Valley Canopy Tours
30°25′14″N 98°06′20″W / 30.420668°N 98.105469°W
| Company type | Private |
|---|---|
| Industry | canopy research, ecotourism |
| Founded | 2005 in Spicewood, Texas, United States[1] |
| Headquarters | |
| Owner | Amy Beilharz, David Beilharz[2] |
Cypress Valley Canopy Tours is an aerial resort located along the Pedernales River in the Texas Hill Country. Founded in 2005, the company offers canopy tours, canopy walks, zip-lining and overnight treehouse accommodations for guests.[3][4]
Overview
[edit]Cypress Valley Canopy Tours was founded by Amy and David Beilharz and began operation in 2005 after they bought the property in 1999 and decided they needed to share it, making it the first canopy ziplining tour in the continental United States. The Beilharzes came up with the idea of ziplining after discovering it in Costa Rica; they had previously tried other vocations such as buffalo ranching.[2][5][6] It is situated approximately 30 miles east of Austin, Texas on 88 acres of cypress forest purchased by the Beilharz family in 1998.[7]
Guided tours focus on biology, ecology, and area history, and consist of six zip lines, three sky bridges, and a rappel.[1][2][8] Many of the cypress trees in the area exceed 100 feet in height.[9] The property also features a picnic area, a small lake and a swimming pool.[10]
Describing "The Nest," one of the treehouses on the property, the Huffington Post said, "If the Swiss Family Robinson ever thought about upgrading their home to include more luxurious finishes, this would be it."[11] Another treehouse, "The Lofthaven," has been called, "a romantic bird's-eye suite for two."[12] Other treehouses on the property include Juniper and Willow.[13] The first treehouse was built in 2006, but was damaged during the 2011 Texas wildfires.[7]
Cypress Valley Canopy Tours was recognized as one of the 20 best places in Texas to get your adrenaline pumping by the Houston Chronicle, which described it as, "an ideal destination for risk-takers who prefer not to lounge around."[14][15]
As of 2017, Amy and David Beilharz are building another treehouse resort in the California redwoods.[2]
References
[edit]- ^ a b Kathleen Petty (August 1, 2017). "Adventures in Spicewood". San Antonio Magazine. Retrieved August 15, 2017.
- ^ a b c d JoAnna Kopp (March 9, 2017). "Sleep in a treehouse at Cypress Valley Canopy Tours". Highland Lakes Hill Country Picayune. Retrieved August 15, 2017.
- ^ Carla Meadows (July 28, 2016). "You've heard of camping, but have you tried glamping?". The Oklahoman. Retrieved August 15, 2017.
- ^ Pam LeBlanc (November 6, 2016). "Thrill-seekers soar above treetops at Zip Lost Pines". Austin American-Statesman. Retrieved August 15, 2017.
- ^ Blumenthal, Ralph (September 22, 2006). "Going Out on a Limb at 30 Miles an Hour". The New York Times. Retrieved September 16, 2017.
- ^ Kopp, JoAnna (March 9, 2017). "Sleep in a treehouse at Cypress Valley Canopy Tours". 101HighlandLakes. Retrieved September 16, 2017.
- ^ a b Gene Menez (November 27, 2013). "From the Ashes". Austin Monthly. Retrieved August 15, 2017.
- ^ Leigh Good. "Texas Canopy Tours". USA Today. Retrieved August 15, 2017.
- ^ Kristin Finian (July 1, 2009). "Big-city lights or small-town charm, Texas offers adventure". Houston Chronicle. Retrieved August 15, 2017.
- ^ Haley Shapley. "Zip, Zip, Hooray! 5 Zip-Line Courses To Try". Earth911. Retrieved August 15, 2017.
- ^ Jaimee Ratliff (March 22, 2015). "That Time I Slept in a Tree House and Went Zip Lining (Video)". Huffington Post. Retrieved August 15, 2017.
- ^ Ramona Flume. "Three Hill Country hideaways to remember". The Dallas Morning News. Retrieved August 15, 2017.
- ^ Brittany L. Anas. "Gimme Shelter: 14 Epic Campsites, No Tent Required". Men's Journal. Retrieved August 15, 2017.
- ^ Daniela Sternitzky-Di Napoli (February 16, 2016). "20 Texas spots to get your adrenaline pumping". Houston Chronicle. Retrieved August 15, 2017.
- ^ Darla Guillen (March 8, 2017). "Where to unplug and relax in Texas's best rural spots". Houston Chronicle. Retrieved August 15, 2017.