Ziprider®

Inn of the Mountain Gods Resort & CAsino

The Apache Eagle ZipRider® has been a signature attraction at Inn of the Mountain Gods since 2014, drawing guests year‑round to experience one of the most scenic and memorable rides in New Mexico. Launching from the forested mountain across Lake Mescalero, riders soar 2,668 feet toward the resort, gliding high above the water with panoramic views of the surrounding peaks and the sacred lands of the Mescalero Apache Tribe. It’s a rare perspective—quiet, expansive, and breathtaking.

287 Carrizo Canyon Rd, Mescalero, NM 88340

Call 800-545-9011 for reservations or visit the website www.innofthemountaingods.com.

Ziprider® Stats

  • Length: 2,668 feet long
  • Vertical Drop: 266.8 feet
  • Average % Grade: 10%
  • Top Speed: 45 mph
  • Cables: 2 side by side

With dual side‑by‑side cables, guests can ride with a friend as they accelerate to speeds of up to 55 mph, crossing the lake in a smooth, gravity‑powered flight that lasts just over a minute. The experience is both exhilarating and peaceful: wind in your face, water below, and the resort growing larger as you approach the landing deck.

For more than a decade, the Apache Eagle ZipRider® has remained one of the resort’s most popular activities, appealing to families, couples, and adventure‑seekers alike. Its success continues to complement the resort’s broader offerings—championship golf, lakeside trails, mountain views, and the deep cultural heritage of the Mescalero Apache people.

Operating year‑round, weather permitting, the ZipRider® invites guests to see this landscape as the eagle flies—soaring from mountain to lake to lodge in a single unforgettable run.

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