A Million-Dollar Rope Course Adventure Park in the middle of nowhere?
Jul 15, 2025
Dive into the intriguing world of a $1.35 million aerial adventure park for sale in Colorado. The hosts debate whether it’s a thrilling business opportunity or just a pricey hobby. Personal stories highlight the excitement and team-building aspects of such parks, while complex challenges of operating in remote locations are explored. They also examine the lack of financial transparency, raising questions about profitability and visitor attraction. Could this adventure park be a hidden gem or a risk too great?
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Ropes Courses Build Team Bonds
Ropes courses are excellent for team bonding by creating controlled stress and endorphin release.
Participants feel stronger as a team after completing the challenging physical activities.
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Corporate Retreat Ropes Course Story
Heather recounted a corporate retreat with an aerial ropes course up a tall pole.
The crowd watching caused nervousness despite safety gear, highlighting social factors in such activities.
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Location and Competition Matter
Location far from population centers can severely limit customer flow for recreational businesses.
Competing parks nearby can quickly saturate the market if demand rises.
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Michael and Heather break down a $1.35M aerial ropes course adventure park for sale in the Colorado mountains, questioning if it's a business or just an expensive hobby gone wrong.
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In this episode, Michael Girdley and Heather Endresen dive into a unique business listing: a $1.35 million aerial adventure and ropes course park located outside Bailey, Colorado. The business sits on 12 commercial acres with a yurt office, restrooms, and a 916 sq ft building. Despite claiming top-tier equipment and 13 employees, the listing frustratingly reveals no financials—no revenue, no EBITDA, and questionable real estate clarity.
Key Highlights: - Asking $1.35M for an aerial adventure park on 12 acres near Bailey, Colorado - No revenue, EBITDA, or real estate clarity disclosed—raising major red flags - Highly seasonal, heavy marketing needs, plus liability insurance due to inherent risks - Likely built as a wealthy owner’s “fun hobby,” now trying to sell - Michael and Heather both give a clear thumbs down on pursuing this deal
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