Discover the Capilano Suspension Bridge in Vancouver, Cliffwalk and Treetops Adventure Trails

The Capilano Suspension Bridge in Vancouver is one of the top attractions we recommend.

The Suspension Bridge is one of the many attractions in the Capilano Park. It provides adventurous visitors with the delightful opportunity to cross over to the park, but ONLY using the footbridge spanning the Capilano river and canyon below!

What to Expect

When you enter the park, it will seem like you've stepped back in time during your visit -- all the park attendants wear clothing from the turn of the century. The bridge and park had its first beginnings in 1889, and the park uses a turn of the century theme. There are many historical exhibits to review and examine, which provides an interesting look back the differences in their living conditions during those times, and provides some food for thought and comparisons with our rapidly changing lifestyles.

Capilano Suspension Bridge 1889 establishment sign

The Main Attractions

The suspension bridge crossing is not for the faint-hearted, or for people suffering from vertigo or acrophobia (abnormal fear of high places), though -- as you can see from the photos below, going across the 350-foot bridge span will take you over the Capilano River, 70 metres (230 feet) below!

The trip across the bridge is well worth it though, because there you can explore the award-winning Treetops Adventure Trails. Using the trails provided, you can take a walk through the treetops! The tallest tree (fondly called "Grandma Capilano") is 200 feet... can you find it?

Capilano Suspension Bridge, Vancouver, BC

The first suspension bridge was made of cedar planks and hemp. The current bridge is much sturdier... it's contructed from reinforced steel cables.

The newest addition to the park is the CLIFFWALK... curved walkways suspended from the granite cliffs!

Other Park Attractions

These include:

The Story Centre
Kia'palano, the First Nations Cultural Center
The Totem Park
Learn about the rainforest ecosystem
The birds at Raptor's Ridge

Note: some of those are only available in the summer.

Vancouver Capilano Treetops Adventure Information

Special Annual Events

Canada Day (01 July)
Harvest Festival (October)
Canyon Lights (December)

Entrance Fees

Check the Park's website for the current entrance fees. Note: There'a special offer for BC residents to get an annual membership for the regular entry fee. You'll also qualify for other discounts with your annual membership. So do check this out if you're a local.

Getting to Capilano Park

An excellent option is the free shuttle operating daily, between the Park and downtown core. These are the five pickup locations downtown:

Canada Place Way Info Kiosk
The Hyatt Hotel on Melville and Burrard Street
Blue Horizon Hotel, 1225 Robson Street
Vancouver Marriott Hotel
Westin Bayshore

Transit Services to Capilano

From Downtown Vancouver, go to Waterfront Station, take the Seabus across Burrard Inlet to North Vancouver, then take the number 236 Grouse Mountain bus to the park.

Driving Directions

From Downtown Vancouver
Drive west along Georgia Street, through scenic Stanley Park. Cross over the Lions Gate Bridge to North Vancouver, then turn left on Capilano Road, for about 2.74 km.

From Vancouver via the Second Narrows Bridge
Take the Trans Canada Highway 1 West to the Capilano Road exit. Go north on Capilano Road for about 1.3 km.