The current bridge is suspended by concrete anchors weighing 13 tons on each side of the canyon.
The Treetops Adventure bridges are attached to the trees using a patented tree-collar system that does not require bolts or nails to pierce the trunks.
The Cliffwalk is engineered to withstand a load of 1,000 pounds per square foot.
The park houses a collection of historical totem poles that are regularly restored by local Indigenous carvers.
During the winter 'Canyon Lights' event, the bridge and surrounding forest are illuminated by over one million LED lights.
The park utilizes the 'Living Forest' exhibit to illustrate the ecological importance of local rainforest soil microorganisms.
Capilano Suspension Bridge Park features a 140-meter-long wire-rope bridge suspended 70 meters above the Capilano River. The park includes the Treetops Adventure, a series of seven suspension bridges attached to 250-year-old Douglas firs. The Cliffwalk is a granite-face walkway consisting of a series of cantilevered bridges, stairs, and platforms. The site is a private park located within a coastal rainforest environment. The original hemp rope and cedar plank bridge was built in 1889 by George Grant Mackay. It underwent major reconstruction using steel cables in 1956. The park grounds include totem poles representing indigenous history, specifically from the Squamish and Musqueam First Nations. It remains open year-round, with significant holiday lighting displays in winter.
The north end of the main suspension bridge looking back toward the canyon and the tree canopy.
Visit during the early morning or late afternoon to avoid the heaviest concentration of tour buses.
Wear sturdy, closed-toe walking shoes with good grip to navigate the forested paths and metal walkways.
Check the park's live webcam on their website before departing to gauge current crowd levels and weather conditions.
Avoid visiting midday on weekends during the summer, as the bridge capacity creates significant queues.
Open daily year-round; may occasionally close or have restricted access during extreme weather conditions such as high winds or heavy snowfall.
No smoking, drones, or pets (except service animals) are permitted within the park boundaries.
