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Lynn Canyon Suspension Bridge
Categories: Active Life Hiking Active Life Parks Hiking, Parks [Edit]
3663 Park RdNorth Vancouver, BC V7J 3G3
Neighbourhood: Lynn Valley
(604) 990-3755
- Good for Kids:
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59 reviews for Lynn Canyon Suspension Bridge
59 reviews in English
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Review from Ryan M.
This review is for 01/02/2012. With my second full day in Vancouver, I wanted to explore the scenic parts of Vancouver. As some of you already know that, I started hiking in 2011 as part of the Ryan Diet Restructure Plan. Why not start off with a small hike at Lynn Canyon Park.
For those tourists like myself or those who don't have a car in Vancouver, it is an easy access to get to Lynn Canyon Park. From SeaBus Lonsdale Terminal, you can take Bus #228 or 229. The ride is about 20-25 to the park. You will be getting off at Lynn Valley Center. It is a short walk to the entrance. The parking lot is not paves, but who cares about that. I was hoping to see California License Plates, but I only saw as far as Oregon. Nice to see you Oregon neighbor.
As you get closer to the river, it gets colder because of the waterfalls and the river. I would suggest using the washroom....I mean restroom. There is a kiosk with the routes you can take from doing doing the Suspension Bridge to Baden Powell Trail. Since I was pressed for time, my friend and I explored the best part of Lynn Canyon, the Suspension Bridge.
The last time I walked a suspension bridge was at Knotts Berry Farm when I was little. With me losing 80+ pounds, I don't have to add to much stress to the bridge. However, i was worried about my buddy who did gain a lot of weight...lol. The bridge is one heck of a ride. I thought I would make one slip and fall off. Some way to end my trip to Vancouver...in Vancouver. The view above the waterfall and the river was spectacular. 164 feet (50 meters) seems like a long way down.
After being on the bridge, my friend never explored past the bridge. Since it was my first time stepping in this area, lets explore more of Lynn Canyon. It had rained briefly in the morning, thus the trail was a little muddy. The river was the most peaceful place I have been in a long time. I wish there was more places like this in Los Angeles without the crowds and overflowing of cars.
My trip to Vancouver barely started even though this was one of my last FULL day left. Braving the cold was a small price to pay to see the beauty of, not just, Lynn Canyon Park, but all of Vancouver. I do seem like I may move over there one day. Start my life over again in another country. First, I got to help my own city before I move over there.
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Review from Anna B.
11/27/2011 2 photos
"Face your fears and walk through them."
That is Mother B's sage life advice, ever since I was a little kid. So, looked at the bridge and said, "Eeee! Why you so scary, wobbly bridge?!", took a deep breath, and then ran across that shit like a rabid dog was chasing me.
I'm a lil scared of heights, if that wasn't clear before.
This was a beautiful, magical spot just a short drive from city center, and totally worth the stop. It was calm, tranquil, gorgeous, and even smelled wonderful. In addition to the nice park, trails, and the bridge itself, there is a small nature center (also free, but donation encouraged) you can self-tour and learn about the local wildlife and history of the park.
This was one of my favorite stops during Portlanders Take Vancouver 2011 trip, recommend to anyone. Bring your boots, gets muddy! Plenty of free parking available. -
Review from Summy L.
10/22/2011
It's FREE! Lots of parking.
The bridge is not very long, but you get the idea without the heart attack and the weak knees. There are several nice trails that will lead you down to the river. When we reached the end of a trail we saw kids in wet suit snorkeling below one of the small waterfalls. Apparently some parts of the river can be pretty deep.
Try to come early because around 10ish lots of people start coming out and your pics of the bridge wouldn't look too nice. We saw a tour van dropped off a ton of people so we dashed to get our picks in before the crowd caught up to us. -
Review from Macey W.
2/10/2012
Absolutely the most beautiful park I've ever been to! I love how just a short drive from society and then you're out in the calm serenity with gorgeous scenery. The bridge itself is so fun, though it tends to be crowded every time I go (which is usually in the summer or during Seattle public school breaks). The view is spectacular at any point throughout this park. My most favorite part is climbing out to the rocky stream and pretending to model for those outdoor clothing ads! Easy climb with lots of stairs and wooden bridges, as well as of course the suspension bridge, it's great for kids and older folks. If anyone gets tired, there's a bench shortly after crossing the bridge! Another plus is that this free bridge beats the pricy rates of the Capilano Bridge just down the road!
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Review from Shalisa S.
1/17/2012
We came here in lieu of the Capilano Suspension Bridge. Though, Capilano looked great with the cliff walk and tree adventure, we couldn't justify the price when the same beautiful landscape was free just down he road. We're glad we saved our money. The suspension bridge was fine, but the real treat is in the beautiful hiking area surrounding the bridge. The hiking is fairly easy, and the water is simply stunning.
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Review from Alice A.
10/3/2011 ROTD 10/29/2011
1) Suspension bridges are always fun. Shake it!
2) It's right at the entrance of Lynn Canyon Park which is completely tranquil and relaxing, and so easy to hike.
3) Free, vis-a-vis Capilano.
If you're local, or want to do it like Vancouverites do, this is your place. -
Review from Katie P.
9/22/2011
The only reason this gets four stars instead of five is because the hikes are not clearly explained. This fat chick half died on all the stairs of steep down and steep up....though the hike was worth the views, better descriptions are appreciated.
The bride is amazing as is the Ecology Centre. FREE! for the hike, though the Centre does appreciate donations, it's not required. It's amazing where it's located.
We were there on a Tuesday, and there were still a lot of people, but not overcrowded.
GORgeous! -
Review from Siri W.
8/14/2011
Any good Vancouverite knows that for every crappy tourist-trap hike there is another that is just as good or better that is totally free.
This is why I will never do the Grouse Grind or go to the Capilano Suspension Bridge. Both are second best, and both are jacked up tourist swamps.
But if you dig around a little, you find the real Vancouver. This bridge is prettier than Capilano, less touristy and more secluded. You can actually find some gorgeous swimming or wading spots here that you can often have all to yourself.
It can get crowded, but I find if you come in the morning or in the evening, it's just about perfect. It's gorgeous and so peaceful.
Do the real Vancouver - forget the tourist traps! -
Review from Nick L.
9/29/2011
This place is like Capilano's lesser known sibling. Pretty much offers up the same thing at a much better price!!!
I came in the morning and it wasn't too busy at all. I was able to wander round and lose myself in thought and reality almost way too quickly.
I'd recommend this place if you had to choose between the 2 but I'd happily do both if push came to shove.
It's just so pretty in this part of the world. -
Review from Merrill H.
6/9/2011
When researching our trip up to Vancouver, we kept seeing the Capilano Suspension bridge in the top 10 things to see/visit. But the pricetag didn't see worth it, especially after finding out the Lynn Canyon Suspension bridge is the same and free! You'll still get the funny sensation of standing on a wobbly bridge 100 feet above a cold, fast river. Just don't jump or run across the bridge-- you'll freak out the other people on the bridge (and the rules say not to run/jump, anyways.)
The best part about the bridge is actually not the bridge but the surrounding forest. You can easily spend all day walking the trails north and south of the bridge. Even though the forest is right next to housing (and what appears to be some sort of saw mill?) you'll still get that peaceful feeling of being in the middle of a forest with no one around you. Take a hike up to Rice Lake, a serene, smooth-as-glass lake in the middle of the forest. There is a trail that goes around the lake and takes about 20-30 minutes.
I'd highly recommend making a side trip to Lynn Canyon if you are in the Vancouver area. We liked it so much we went twice! -
Review from Pamela R.
1/10/2012
I've done both Lynn Canyon and Capilano. Avoid the crowds,the guy directing bridge traffic and go to Lynn Canyon. Enjoy some of the true beauty of b.c., without leaving the city and no touristy cheese.
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Review from s h l.
11/23/2011
This should be on your "To Do" list when visiting Vancouver! Seriously, no joke. When you search for fun things to do you see Capilano pop up but seriously Lynn Canyon is just as amazing and probably better! Why? 1. It's FREE 2. Ample parking 3. Views are spectacular GO PEEPS!!! You won't regret it!!!
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Review from Jon M.
8/21/2011
+ Great park and forest area. Plenty of nice trails to hike on.
+ Waterfalls
+ The price for this bridge is right: FREE!
+ The bridge was great, and doesn't take a hike to get to. -
Review from Larry L.
7/28/2011 2 photos
Nature, a Suspension bridge that is freakier than Capilano's. I didn't even want to walk accross it.
Ok I'm afraid of heights.
The nature trails that surround the bridge is wonderful and makes for a great day in the park.
Alot of people miss this little gem in the woods not realizing that there is more than one great suspension bridge in this town.
A must see if you like to get out and go for a little hike. -
Review from Sofie C.
Vancouver, BC
8/23/2011
My friend and I were looking for a cheap alternative to the Capilano Suspension Bridge and came across the Lynn Canyon Suspension Bridge and we were not disappointed. Lots of great hiking trails and it's just beautiful to walk around the forest and of course crossing the bridge was a highlight.
We went there on a Sunday afternoon so there might be fewer people on a weekday. -
Review from Cindy E.
4/24/2011
what a BEAUTIFUL place!!!! I'm so glad we went here instead of the Capilano Suspension bridge. This one is smaller but it's FREE!!! We crossed the bridge and went down the left side along the river until we came to the 30 ft pool. The pool was GORGEOUS! Clean, blue-green water. My 2 year old son was with us and was able to do the quick 10-15 min hike to the pool. Not strenuous at all...just watch out for the roots/rocks here and there.
You MUST go here!! Only ~20-25 min from downtown vancouver! -
Review from Alicyn C.
11/26/2010 1 photo
As a local, born and raised I would always, always go to Lynn Canyon Suspension Bridge before going to the Capilano Suspension Bridge. I have been going to this park since I was a kid and will always suggest out of towners to do the same.
There is such great beauty to the area and wonderful walking/hiking trails surrounding the Seymour Demonstration Park with various degrees of intensity levels. Rice Lake is nice to walk around and is very beautiful when and if the lake freezes over in the winter.
This park is also very pooch friendly. That is if your pooch is willing to cross the suspension bridge. If he is then he will love exploring all the trails with you. -
Review from Adam Q.
10/3/2011
Totally worth it. Fun little hike. And free.
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Review from Ed U.
7/31/2010 6 photos
C$30.95 for walking on the Capilano Suspension Bridge? Oh, come on! Sure, they're trying to turn it into a First Nation version of a Polynesian Cultural Center, but I just can't imagine the combination of walking on that bridge and watching a basket being weaved is going to make me think it was money well spent. I actually don't recall paying anything last time I was there, so we checked out Yelp and found there is another suspension bridge two freeway exits away. And it's free.
Yep, free. The way nature intended us slovenly urban tourists to enjoy the outdoors. OK, this one is shorter, but hey, it dangles a lot more, much to the chagrin of the elderly Chinese tourist group who kept holding onto me for ballast. It's not all wilderness here as there is an actual cafe out here that serves lunch and dinner (see photo). Why not? The setting is gorgeous with all the trees, the high cliffs and the running stream below. It's definitely worth the side trip through the 'burbs to find. Did I mention it's FREE?Listed in: Vancouver, Victoria, Veni,…
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Review from Tae K.
Vancouver, BC
7/10/2010
As a child I remember going to Lynn Canyon on a school field trip and thinking, "This field trip sucks!" I believed this until today when I went and visited, and now I want to smack "elementary-school me" upside the head.
Lynn Canyon has got to be one of the underrated sites in Vancouver. Obvious reason why it's better than its counterpart named Capilano: Lynn Canyon is free. FREE! Sure, Lynn Valley's suspension bridge is much smaller, but it's less crowded and definitely less touristy than Capilano's.
The most important thing to remember when visiting Lynn Canyon is that the suspension bridge is only a small part of the location's attractions. You could stay here for hours exploring the area's natural beauty and its numerous trails (did I mention this is FREE?). Hike around and be awed by the towering evergreens! Dip your tired feet into, and soak in the sun next to, the mountain-chilled river! Fish in the tranquil Rice Lake! Go for a swim at 30 Foot Pool, although this swimming hole gets CROWDED in the summer (don't worry, other swimming areas exist for the saavy)!
A great day trip that is fun for all ages. Have fun! -
Review from Michael H.
Calgary, AB
9/15/2010
This is a great place to bring your out of town visitors. You have the suspension bridge, which isn't uncool, and you have 30 Foot Pool, which is quite pretty. And none of it is too strenuous or taxing on the physically unmotivated.
Like someone else mentioned, after crossing the bridge, take an immediate left to get to 30 Foot Pool. Last time I was there with my niece (early summer 2010), there was no signage pointing out the way. (It may have been removed/vandalised.)
If you go further after crossing the bridge, and hang a right, you can get to the Twin Falls. Nothing super spectacular, but there are inclines and stairways that can raise the heart rate a little.
For locals, it probably isn't worth the trip or the walk (unless you have young kids, because young kids always love suspension bridges). There are more enjoyable and physically strenuous hikes in the area. But for out of towners, it does show them in a short period of time, the sort of environs that make up the wet coast. -
Review from Keane L.
10/12/2009
I'm starting to really miss the time I spent in BC. Maybe it's because it was the limbo between my routine life and my current unemployed life, but for a week I was off every grid there was, and that was pretty refreshing.
When I think back, my favorite experience (by far) was hiking through Lynn Canyon. We drove up Lillooet Rd and parked on the side opposing the Ecology Centre. It was actually great because we could walk through the woods to the Suspension Bridge and also go by a different trail to see the peaceful Rice Lake. The views are gorgeous, the waters are beautiful and the bridge is free - unlike the $30 Capilano Suspension Bridge.
It was also my first experience with an outhouse. I can finally - truly - understand that old Abe Simpson quote now: "This elevator only goes to the basement... and someone made an awful mess down there..."
Don't feed the bears.Listed in: Vancouver!
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Review from Reena M.
If I meet any tourist who is planning on going to Capilano Suspension Bridge (CSB) , I just get this immediate urge to persuade them to come to Lynn Valley Suspension (LVS) instead and save their $30 or whatever it cost these days to cross the touristic, commercialized, over-priced, and over-crowded version. Not just because LVS is free, but it's so much more naturistic (which is clearly a word I just made up!) and thrilling! It's exactly how a suspension bridge should be. CSB is 3x as wide and loses its thrill based on that. Plus, I swear there are 100 ppl trying to cross it at once. Instead, LVS I don't think more than 20-30 can cross it at once.
There is also a very nice hike at LVS where you can go down to a river bed and splash in the water if you want. The entire area, because of the forest, is quite cool and refreshing. Make sure you breathe deeply to get the most of this fresh air! -
Review from Andrea F.
10/17/2010 1 photo
During my first visit to BC, I went to the more popular Capilano Suspension Bridge. So, I was pleasantly surprised to find out that there is another suspension bridge to try while in town. A huge perk is the fact that it is FREE of charge!
My cousin took my friend and I here in hopes that this would be like Capilano, or better.
We had a short walk from the car down to the trail leading to the bridge. All I can remember is green. Green everywhere. Trees. The fresh smell. Just so peaceful and CLEAN.
The trip down the bridge is fun! Hard to take pictures if others are on the bridge and stopped in the middle, though. If you stop to take everything in, you'll get a good view of the water below and a large waterfall to your side. Keep crossing and you'll take a nice walk deeper into the trees.
I will definitely be back on my next visit. -
Review from Kristen F.
Vancouver, BC
8/7/2008 ROTD 6/21/2009
I like this park but I just don't like being dragged here when I'm hungover. Going on a suspension bridge, hungover and with your family the very next day after a night of drinking is really not fun! I know when I'm super hungover all I want to do is roll over back into bed and die. Imagine being suspended 50m above water, the bridge swaying back and forth, people running into you and me trying not to puke over the side or puke on the next person that runs into me.
We bring our dog up here all the time. He goes crazy and runs down the stairs of the trail and up the stairs! Where he gets all this energy I don't know but I wish I had some at this time. Pick up after your dog too! I don't like stepping in dog shit and the signs are post almost every where.
The bridge is free to check out. Use to be ten cents. Wow I'm going to go broke! The scenery and the water is spectacular! Once you get to the bottom and feel how cold the water is, your hand will go numb for sometime. If I lived closer, I'd come here every day just to go hiking. It's defiantly sometime you should check out. -
Review from Roanna Z.
2/21/2010 1 photo
This bridge has a lot of charm and history. If you go during the week or on the off hours it's not even crowded and the views from the bridge are so lovely. I like to combine the bridge experience with a little walk through Lynn Canyon Park.
On our last visit we walked over the Suspension Bridge up past the Ecology Center on the suspension bridge trail to the Baden Powel trail and hiked back up over the ridge and down and over the Twin Falls bridge back to the parking lot.
This is an easy, beautiful scenic hike along the river with many people walking dogs. You really feel like you're in the BC. Interior somewhere with the water shoots and falls, forgetting how close you are to North Vancouver.
Once up on the Baden Powel, the trail thins but is well maintained with boardwalks and bridges. Easy to follow markers and plenty of company on the trail make for a very relaxing hike here.
*Another incentive is Lynn Canyon Cafe right there near the bridge. Owned and Operated by Poirier and Yang (with 2 other locations) the shop has distilled coffee and what a gorgeous place to gaze out at! -
Review from Joe L.
Vancouver, BC
9/20/2009 4 photos
I can't believe today was the first time I came to Lynn Canyon Park having lived in Vancouver all these years.
This park is ABSOLUTELY BEAUTIFUL. We visited 2 sections of the park today:
1) Suspension Bridge and 30-Foot Pool - This is probably the most popular section of the park because of the proximity to the park entrance, the bridge and the relatively easy terrain. Avoid coming here on the weekends to avoid the crowds. If you must, arrive before noon or you may need some luck find a spot in the parking lot. The view of the gorge from the bridge is amazing. The 30-Foot-Pool is only about 15 minutes way from the bridge on a flat trail. It would be a perfect swimming hole on a very very hot summer day. The water is amazingly clear.
2) Rice Lake - You won't be disappointed if you follow an intimidatingly long and steep climb of steps and continue north of the 30-Foot-Pool. Another 20 minutes from the Rice Lake Information Centre will take you to Rice Lake - a completely tranquil spot. The water surface was so calm that we could see perfect reflections of the surrounding mountains, foliage, fishing docks and a small hut by the lake. Check out the pictures posted towards the end of the list. There is also a trail that loops around the lake. We are so glad that we found this place to rest and reflect. For a few minutes, there was a woman who was so loud on her mobile phone that I wished a bear would come out and knock her down! -
Review from Rudolf P.
Vancouver, BC
7/25/2010
That bridge is not nearly scarey enough. When I was a kid there were boards missing, and if I remember correctly, there were ropes, nor steel cables, holding it together. Now it's a piece of work. Ultra safe.
Anyway, Lynn Canyon Park is much more fun. You can sit beside the deep blue-green pools and meditate. My friend fell asleep. He had never been here before and seemed to find it very soothing.
You can walk this way and that way on numerous separate trails. Wonderful views and some steep climbs, but mostly up stairs. Don't trip on the old roots of trees sticking up out of the ground up to 4 inches.
There were more people than I expected on a Thursday, midday. Wow! Mostly families with small children. They also seemed to enjoy themselves thoroughly. -
Review from Christine R.
New Westminster, BC
10/17/2008
I've never seen the sign about "four people on the bridge" that other posters have mentioned. Yikes! Don't think anyone is paying much attention.
Yes, Lynn Canyon is the free suspension bridge, and it's suspended high over a raging river. Most people only come to cross the bridge and maybe walk a little this way and that on the other side, so there is a bit of a bottleneck if you're coming to actually hike.
Once you climb the stairs at the end of the "tourist trail" you've got the place pretty well to yourself. The stairs lead to the network of trails connected to the Demonstration Forest and Lynn Headwaters; a map or trail guide is not a bad idea up here.
On the near side of the bridge, there's also a connection to the Baden-Powell Trail. For you non-locals, that's a trail that goes across the North Shore mountains from Deep Cove to Horseshoe Bay.
And if it's really raining, there's always the Ecology Centre and a snack at the cafe.Listed in: Mountains, Water, Trees
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Review from Alison S.
12/11/2009
It was summertime in the city, so the Boy and I decided to head to the North Shore and do some sightseeing.
Best part:
Boy: what is with these cables anchoring the bridge? LAME
(one minute later in the middle of the bridge)
Boy: okay i take it back let's just keep going please don't rock the bridge please let's go
(okay maybe I am exaggerating a little haha)
Relaxing and not terribly strenuous hike around the Canyon along some well-marked trails, and a lovely view of the waterfalls.
When I think of Vancouver I think of pictures like this: scenes of green, punctuated by the call of nesting birds and ripples of crystalline streams.Listed in: Vancouver Spots
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Review from Dani B.
4/2/2009
This suspension bridge is way better than the Capilano one, and you don't have to pay to cross it. The bridge is surrounded by beautiful pacific northwest rain forest and huge waterfall drops that will make any stomach swim.
This bridge is not recommended if you have a great fear of heights, especially since all the good stuff is on the other side of the bridge. Once you cross the bridge there are extensive trails to hike with waterfalls, rivers and breathtaking scenery to accompany you. -
Review from Joshua C.
7/22/2010
Walking across the Lynn Canyon Suspension Bridge was like being transported into a whole new world. Once across the canyon, we decided to talk the trail that leads to the Twin Falls bridge. This trail was less occupied than the others. It was so serene and tranquil walking between the tall trees. I wish I explored the park more, but not knowing the layout, I didn't want to get too far and have a long walk back.
Getting here is easy. Take the SeaBus to North Vancouver and hop on bus #229. It's about a half hour bus ride to Lynn Canyon. Easily accessible and free, what more could you ask for?
This is why I love Vancouver. Being able to escape downtown and head up to Lynn Canyon and embrace nature is awesome. If I lived in Vancouver, I could imagine myself going here often for hikes or just to escape the city and be one with nature. -
Review from Susan D.
7/27/2010
A secret locale that jogging residents with their dogs all seemed to know about. It was slightly confusing to find because GPS couldn't locate it. But once we got on the right road, we followed the tiny signs.
The suspension bridge is shaky, but if you're brave enough to cross you will find some lovely and FREE views of the waterfall. On the other side there is a small path and unpaved, bumpy areas. Bring your hiking boots or at least your wellies!! Vancouver is known to be wet. -
Review from Some G.
Vancouver, BC
12/16/2009
Amazing! I loved this - definitely a must-do while in Vancouver.
A million times better than Capilano Suspension Bridge - ok, maybe not as big, but much more spectacular and beautiful.
The actual entry can be a little difficult to find depending on where you are coming from - the signage isn't huge.
Accessible by bus, free, stunningly beautiful! You can't get any better. And it is not overcrowded with tourists.
Take a hike or a leisurely stroll through the beautiful surrounding park.
The only hiccup we had was the café was closed the day we went (a cold fall day) - but that was ok, we warmed back up at the ecology centre. -
Review from Nadine N.
Vancouver, BC
10/1/2008 2 photos
Wow, after reading Esther Y.'s review I'm scared! I didn't see the sign saying 4 people on the bridge at one time. I think I've learned my lesson to read all posted signs before getting on a suspension bridge with DOZENS of people. Eek!
The Lynn Canyon Suspension Bridge is cool because it is free, but free = crowded. If you are at Lynn Canyon for hiking, the bridge and all those people crossing over it get in the way. Hey, is there some other cool hiking at Lynn Canyon that doesn't require crossing the bridge with dozens of tourists? If so, please let me know! Until then I prefer Lynn Headwaters Regional Park for hiking, serenity, and communing with nature. -
Review from Megan S.
12/2/2008 1 photo
Why you should go to Lynn Canyon instead of Capilano Suspension Bridge.
-Not as crowded. No kids jumping on the bridge and screaming.
-Not as high. Good for those with a woozy stomach.
-Hiking. Not just touristy set-ups.
-FREE of course.
-Swimming?? Some people say there's a good spot to go cliff diving into frigid waters. I think this is across the bridge and to the left? However, please heed warnings. Apparently, in the past, some people have drowned in the fall and rushing current. So, be smart. -
Review from Lori K.
10/19/2010 9 photos
Although a lot of the travel books mentioned the Capilano suspension bridge we didn't want to do touristy things so we opted to take the water ferry and venture over to North Vancouver and check out the Lynn Canyon Suspension Bridge. I'm so glad we did because this place was perfect! The suspension bridge wasn't even the exciting part for me. I loved Twin Falls, our hike to Rice Lake along the most awesome river and some of the best casual hiking trails I've been on. See the pictures I posted to check out some of the beautiful sights we came across during the time we spent at Lynn Canyon.
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Review from Anita T.
Toronto, ON
10/6/2008
Just as good as the Capilano Suspension Bridge, and get this - IT'S FREE! No, ladies and gentlemen, I am not pulling your leg - I am serious. A FREE attraction in BC! Did you ever think you'd live to see the day?!
Sure, being free and all makes it very attractive to a lot of people thus creating a crowding problem - (just make sure you don't get on the bridge when there's already a large number of people on). -
Review from Luisa S.
Vancouver, BC
11/11/2008
Under the recommendation of a friend who promised spectacular views and falling rocks, I came here on a rainy day. It was indeed spectacular and I feel incredibly remiss for never having gone until a week ago. Under the moist and wilting fall foliage, water rushes through at an impressive speed. There are a number of trails: one leading to a 30-foot pool, another to the waterfall. The deceivingly steady-looking bridge is just but one attraction. And to think: all this is just a short commute away from downtown Vancouver.
This place is best visited on rainy days (or so I'm told since I have only been here once and on a rainy day so, really, I don't have any real basis of comparison). The hikes are mild, even for the most unfit. If the rain proves to be too much, there's an ecology centre (admission by donation) and a café. -
Review from Tara T.
BC
11/30/2008
The Lynn Canyon Suspension Bridge is a smaller alternative to the Capilano Suspension Bridge. It's also free, as opposed to the Capilano Bridge, which makes it ten times better in my opinion. Why pay money to walk across a bridge?
This is a great place to bring out-of-towners, and it's less "touristy" than Capilano. But if you or your guests have even a hint of vertigo I don't recommend this activity. Suspended high above a huge gorge, rushing water hurtles along beneath you as you walk across to the other side. The bridge is safe, but it does move and a gentle sway will accompany you across the canyon.
I've crossed this bridge a couple of times and I've always been scared, but when you get to the other side it's worth it as the forest walks that await are magnificent: BC beauty at its best.
