
Field Trips!
With all of the unique amenities we offer there is sure to be the perfect fit for your group outing. Build trust and create a bond with your group on Bear Paw Ropes Course.
ADVENTURE WITH US
Our motto at Bear Paw Adventure Park is FUN FOR THE THRILL OF IT! As an all-inclusive adventure park, we offer amazing options for all thrill-seeking groups. Whether it's heart-pounding excitement or team-building challenges, our unique amenities provide endless opportunities for groups to create lasting memories and bond through shared experiences.
Whatever your thrill needs are, our mission is to deliver an experience that sparks unforgettable moments, leaving you with memories worth repeating!
ADVENTURES
Choose one or both options! All experiences are built based on your group’s needs, time constraints, and goals.
*dependent on availability and operating hours.
Bear Paw Ropes Course
Take your team or group to new heights with our customizable Team Building and Ropes Course experiences, available May through October!
Our program is designed to challenge, inspire, and unite groups of all sizes.
Start with 30 minutes of equipment training and ground practice to ensure safety and confidence.
Then tackle up to 60 minutes of climbing excitement on our high ropes course.
Add an optional, ground-based Team Building session—up to 60 minutes of interactive activities—to boost teamwork and communication.
Perfect for groups of all sizes, this adventure inspires confidence, connection, and lasting memories—and it’s fully customizable to fit your group’s needs and goals!
Available May-October
Age, height, and weight requirements:
Participants must be between 45-250 lbs and 42”- 75” (3’6” - 6’3”) in height. All participants must be able to reach 70" while standing flat-footed to go on the course unassisted. We will verify guest requirements upon arrival. If a guest cannot reach 70", they must be accompanied by a buddy who is 14 years old or older. Each buddy can assist up to 2 people. Buddies are subject to the same requirements.
Bear Paw Beach & Adventure Island
Adventure Island is the largest inflatable course in the Midwest! These adventures are available for 50 minute or 100 minute sessions and include all day beach access. Jumping on Adventure Island is the perfect way to wear out your kids or bring out your team’s competitive side!
Looking for a more relaxing or stress-free activity? Take a dip and have a swimming adventure in the clear calm waters of our 3 acre man made lake.
Beach goers can also enjoy our jumping pillow & playground!
Mini Adventure Island
This Kid’s Course is designed with our young adventurers in mind!
The perfect summer adventure for your 4-6 year old. They can enjoy a course made just for them that’s smaller than Adventure Island but packs just as much fun!
Available Memorial Day-Labor Day
Age, height, and weight requirements:
Minimum age to jump on Adventure Island is 6 years old. Minimum height is 42”. Maximum weight is 275 lbs. We also strongly recommend that each person under age 14 has a buddy. Persons 15 and up may adventure solo.
Guests using the Mini Adventure Island Kid’s Course must be between 4-6 years old and be 39”-59” tall. A parent or guardian must be near their child using the course at all times. Adults are not permitted on the course.
WHAT TO EXPECT
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When booking your adventure, be sure to review all safety, age, height, and weight requirements to ensure the chosen activity fits your group’s needs.
Once the inquiry form (located below) is submitted, our Groups Manager, Erin, will reach out with details, pricing, and steps to confirm your booking.
Erin will work closely with you to create a schedule that ensures maximum fun! Throughout the process, she will be your primary contact for:
Payment
Changes in participant numbers
Waivers
Schedule adjustments
And more!
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Upon your group’s arrival, our dedicated team will manage the check-in process. A final printed guest list will be requested to complete a final waiver check.
Each participant will receive a wristband that corresponds to their selected adventures, ensuring access to the appropriate activities. Additionally, a second rubber wristband will be issued to all participants to easily identify their group affiliation throughout the day. Chaperones are allowed to particpate.
An assigned team member will guide your group to your designated space and review the day’s activities. Depending on your selected adventures, basic safety instructions and rules will be provided before proceeding to the designated adventure area.
For those participating in the ropes course, Ropes Course Guides will assist with harnessing the entire group and conducting a brief ground school training session. Ground school provides guests with instruction and guidance on using the gear effectively, ensuring a safe and successful climbing experience. Once everyone feels confident and comfortable with the equipment, the adventure begins at the starting platform!
For Adventure Island participants, water attendants and lifeguards will assist with fitting and securing life vests before providing safety instructions and guiding the group to the floating water park.
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During your adventure, chaperones may participate in activities, but are required to closely monitor participants to ensure rules are followed. Any individuals breaking the rules will be removed from the activity area. Team members will be available throughout the experience to answer questions and provide assistance as needed.
Groups using Mini Adventure Island, will be required to have one chaperone, per six children, monitoring participants from the beach area.
A lunch break will be built into your schedule, which will be taken in your designated space.
After the adventure concludes, your group will return to the designated space to gather belongings and prepare for departure.
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As part of our commitment to keeping the park enjoyable for everyone, all groups are required to pick up trash and ensure their designated spaces are left clean before departing.
After a day of fun, materials such as free passes will be provided for your group or participants to take home!
For any additional comments or assistance after the event, please reach out to our Groups Manager, Erin.
SAFETY
All groups are required to complete waivers prior to arrival to streamline the check-in process. Participants without completed waivers will not be able to join the scheduled activities.
Every guest entering the park will need to complete a waiver, no exceptions. Guests under 18 will need to have a parent or legal guardian sign a waiver for them.
All chaperones must also complete a waiver.
You only need to sign ONE waiver per season for both the Adventure Island obstacle course and Bear Paw Ropes Course.
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Weight & Age Restrictions
Participants must be between 45-250 lbs and 42”- 75” (3’6” - 6’3”) in height. All participants must be able to reach 70" while standing flat-footed to go on the course unassisted. We will verify guest requirements upon arrival. If a guest cannot reach 70", they must be accompanied by a buddy who is 14 years old or older. Each buddy can assist up to 2 people. Buddies are subject to the same requirements.
Safety Rules
Climbers must attend a safety briefing before climbing
Closed toe and closed heel shoes only. Crocs do not count as proper footwear
Gloves must be worn by participants on the course at all times. Rental gloves are available for groups for $2/person. Personal gloves must be approved by our Adventure Guides.
Tie back, tuck in, or remove anything that could become tangled in the equipment. This includes, and is not limited to, long hair, scarves and loose clothing
Remove gum, food, and other choking hazards before participating in any activity
If a climber must use the bathroom during their tour, climbing gear must be removed which will end their experience
Please follow all instructions given by park staff and use all equipment as directed
Only 1 person is permitted on an element at a time
Only 3 people are permitted on a platform at a time
If staff becomes aware of a climber under the influence of drugs or alcohol, the climber will be asked to leave without a refund
Participants with a history of recent surgery, heart trouble/high blood pressure, neck trouble, back trouble, who are pregnant, or have any other condition that may be aggravated by participating in a challenge course activity are prohibited from all high elements where falling in a harness may occur
Please note: the carabiners in our smart belay lanyard systems emit a magnetic field and can influence cardiac pacemakers
While on the ground, please stay on the designated foot trails
Participants are responsible for their own actions and staff reserve the right to end their tour time to maintain safety on the course
The course operates under most weather conditions but will close during thunder, lightning, or extreme winds.
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Adventure Island activities begin with a safety video outlining the structure and rules for play. All swimmers must wear a life jacket; this is mandatory for participation. Adventure Island attendants are stationed throughout the floating water park to promote safety for all participants.
The park operates under most weather conditions but will close during thunder, lightning, or extreme winds.
Swimming under inflatables or removing life vests during an Adventure Island session is prohibited. Flipping, horseplay, and jumping from one obstacle to another are not allowed. Before jumping into the water, always ensure the area below is clear. Only one person is permitted to climb an obstacle at a time.
Age, weight and height guidelines:
Minimum age to jump on Adventure Island is 6 years old. Minimum height is 42”. Maximum weight is 275 lbs. We also strongly recommend that each person under age 14 has a buddy. Persons 15 and up may adventure solo.
Guests using the Mini Adventure Island Kid’s Course must be between 4-6 years old and be 39”-59” tall. A parent or guardian must be near their child using the course at all times. Adults are not permitted on the course.
Please Note: In order to enhance the safety of our guests, lifeguards will be stationed on the beach, on the Adventure Island water course and the kids water course (Mini Adventure Island).
Lifeguards do not replace the need and requirement for chaperones to monitor their child's swimming activities at all times. In essence, children under 14 must be supervised by an adult, 18+ years, at all times. Anyone behaving in an unsafe (including the failure to supervise children) or destructive manner will be removed from the swimming area.
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In order to enhance the safety of our guests, lifeguards will be stationed on the beach, on the Adventure Island water course and the kids water course (Mini Adventure Island).
Lifeguard staff will be prominently marked as such and signs will be displayed at the facility marked "Lifeguard on Duty". Lifeguards do not replace the need and requirement for parents/guardians/chaperones to monitor their child's swimming activities at all times. In essence, children under 14 must be supervised by an adult, 18+ years, at all times. Anyone behaving in an unsafe (including the failure to supervise children) or destructive manner will be removed from the swimming area.
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Any participant without a completed waiver will not be permitted to join the group adventures.
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We offer a variety of lunch options for your group! You can view our menu here.
Contact our Groups Manager, Erin, for questions.
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Bear Paw Ropes Course is recommended for ages 10 and up.
Mini Adventure Island is recommended for ages 4 to 6.
Adventure Island is recommended for ages 6 and up, with basic swimming skills.
Bear Paw Beach is recommended for all ages!
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All final participant numbers and payments are due 7 days prior to the event. Cancellation requests must be made at least 3 days prior to the event to be considered for a refund. We will first attempt to reschedule your event if needed. In the case of inclement weather, your group will be refunded the full amount, minus a $50 booking fee.
On the day of the event, participant numbers can be adjusted within a 10% range of the original final number. For example, if 100 participants were initially confirmed but only 85 are participating the day of, you will still be required to pay for 90 participants, and we will refund the difference.
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The lake is up to 5ft deep in the swim area and 15ft deep in the roped off area (Adventure Island). Life jackets are required to be worn outside of the swim area.
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The Park is built and maintained to ACCT standards (Association of Challenge Course Technology), the industry oversight organization in the United States. Bear Paw Ropes Course is inspected daily by our staff, and annually by an ACCT certified inspector. Staff are also certified in First Aid/CPR/AED.
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We recommend wearing apparel appropriate for gym or exercising activities including proper footwear. Shoes must have closed-toes and closed-heels. Flip-flops, sandals, high-heels, and Crocs are examples of inappropriate footwear. Long hair should be tied back and all personal items should be removed from pockets. Please do not wear any jewelry or items that could get snagged, damaged or dropped while on the course. We also recommend dressing for the weather, as we are a rain or shine venue.
Once registered, participants will be outfitted with the proper programming equipment: harnesses, helmets, lanyards, and gloves*.
All groups will be provided rental gloves for $2/person.
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We are conveniently located just 20 minutes south of downtown Milwaukee and 75 miles north of Chicago, only a few miles off I-94.
Our address is 10006 7 Mile Rd. Caledonia, WI 53108
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With our spacious parking lot, we can easily accommodate buses and large vehicles, so your ride can stay on-site throughout your visit. Plus, bus drivers receive a free beach or Mini Adventurist pass!
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We have a variety of spaces including a private pavilion, semi-private party patio, and group cabana.
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The park operates under most weather conditions but will close during thunder, lightning, or extreme winds.
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Groups are required to make a $50 booking deposit / fee to secure their adventure.
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Yes, we provide life jackets for all guests. Life jackets are available for use in the swimming area and are required when on Adventure Island to ensure everyone's safety.
Have additional questions? Submit them when completing the inquiry form!