A Magical, Must-Do Family Adventure

As the crisp New England fall air settled and the last rays of sunlight faded, we took our three adventurous kids—ages 9, 10, and 11—to Tree Trails Mystic, and what we found was pure magic. This isn’t just an obstacle course; it’s an illuminated aerial playground that turned a typical autumn evening into an unforgettable family thrill.

The atmosphere at dusk was truly spectacular. Once the course lights clicked on, the entire forest transformed into a glowing, ethereal world. The trails, bridges, and long zip lines were beautifully lit, adding an element of excitement and wonder to every climb and crossing. It felt less like a physical challenge and more like stepping into a nighttime fairy tale. Beyond the incredible setting, the entire staff were universally friendly, patient, and thorough. They made sure everyone understood the safety protocols and felt completely confident before stepping onto the platforms, making the process smooth and stress-free for us as parents.

For our trio, the variety of courses hit the perfect sweet spot between difficulty and fun. Our 9, 10, and 11-year-olds found the obstacles—swinging logs, unstable rope nets, and suspended bridges—to be just hard enough to require genuine focus and teamwork, resulting in huge grins of triumph at the end of each section. The sheer thrill of zipping through the trees under the glow of the lights was the undeniable highlight of the night. Watching them overcome one obstacle after another, gaining confidence with every harness clip and footing, was the best part of the evening.

Tree Trails Mystic is a phenomenal way to encourage outdoor activity and problem-solving skills in a dynamic, exciting environment. If you’re looking for an activity that caters perfectly to the adventurous tween/pre-teen age group and creates core family memories, especially during the gorgeous fall season at night, look no further. This is a five-star experience we’ll be repeating soon!