Elk Falls Suspension Bridge

Starting from the Elk Falls Parking Lot, you wind through a towering forest of Douglas firs. Continue along the short trail until you reach the Elk Falls Suspension Bridge. As you step onto the 60-meter-wide bridge, take in the breathtaking panoramic views of the deep canyon walls and the roaring 25-meter cascade of Elk Falls below. After enjoying the view from the bridge and its viewing platform, retrace your steps along the trail to return to the parking lot.

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  • Walking
    Activity: Walking
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    Distance: 1.26 mi
  • ◔
    Average duration: 0h 45 
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    Difficulty: Easy

  • ⚐
    Back to start: Yes
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    Ascent: + 190 ft
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    Descent: - 190 ft

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    Highest point: 558 ft
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    Lowest point: 367 ft

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Description of the walk

Start: Elk Falls Parking Lot (N 50.03871 W 125.32940)

(S/E) From the Elk Falls Parking Lot, follow the main trail past the BC Hydro Info Kiosk toward the river.

(1) Cross the Elk Falls Suspension Bridge, stopping along the span or at the far viewing platform for spectacular panoramic views of the canyon and Elk Falls.

(2) Retrace your steps back across the bridge and follow the trail back to the parking lot.(S/E)

Waypoints

  1. S/E : mi 0 - alt. 558 ft - Elk Falls Parking Lot
  2. 1 : mi 0.59 - alt. 394 ft - Elk Falls Suspension Bridge
  3. 2 : mi 0.63 - alt. 381 ft - Elk Falls Viewing Platform
  4. S/E : mi 1.26 - alt. 558 ft - Elk Falls Parking Lot

Worth a visit

High Reward for Very Little Effort: In just a short walk from the car, you reach a major natural attraction. It’s ideal if you’re short on time or want a quick, beautiful leg-stretch.

Free & Accessible: Unlike private suspension bridges (like Capilano in Vancouver), Elk Falls is located in a provincial park and is completely free to visit.

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