Capilano Suspension Bridge, Vancouver, British Columbia, Canada

In 1889, a pioneering Scotsman, George Grant Mackay, suspended the original swinging bridge over the rushing waters of Capilano Canyon. The spectacular beauty of this wilderness location attracted many turn-of-the-century adventurers. As transportation improved, visitors flocked to the intriguing footbridge, establishing it as a world-renowned attraction.

Today, Capilano Suspension Bridge and Park invites you to relive those pioneer days. Join friendly costumed staff as they take you back in time....Grasp the cool, steel cable, step onto the gently swaying cedar planks and follow Mackey's footsteps 450 feet across and 230 feet above Capilano River!

The Nature Park provides a tranquil retreat on the west side of the suspension bridge. Follow meandering trails through an old-growth forest. A 200 foot waterfall flows from mountain-fed trout ponds to the Capilano River below.

Browse through unique Canadian gifts in the Capilano Trading Post. Perched on the edge of Capilano Canyon, it has welcomed visitors to the famous suspension bridge since 1911. Its unsurpassed collection of native art, hand-crafted leathers, classic apparel and unique gifts represents artisans from Newfoundland to British Columbia.

The tradition of placing colourful totem poles in the park began in the 1930's. Today, watch while a native Indian carver chisels centuries-old legend into a cedar log at the Carving Centre.

Daily performances in Summer include Native Songs and Dances

Treetops Adventure, a thrilling West Coast rainforest experience, is Capilano Suspension Bridge�s newest attraction and the first venue of its kind in North America. Treetops offers visitors a squirrel�s eye view of a thriving coastal forest, as they venture from one magnificent Douglas fir tree to another via a series of elevated suspension bridges, some reaching as high as 80 feet above the forest floor.

In 1925, the Bridge House Restaurant was the home of early bridge owners, Mac and Elizabeth MacEachran. Today, the charm of that bygone era is preserved in the cozy stone fireplace, intimate rooms, gracious hospitality and bountiful cuisine. For casual dining, West Coast style, succulent barbecued salmon and juicy hamburgers are just some of the favourites available at the outdoor barbecue.

Capilano Suspension Bridge and Park is open every day except Christmas Day. Winter hours are 9:00 am to 5:00 pm. Summer hours are 8: 30 am to dusk.

Ten minutes from downtown Vancouver, Capilano Suspension Bridge and Park is located at 3735 Capilano Road, North Vancouver.

From downtown, take the #246 bus heading West on Georgia Street. Disembark at Ridgewood Drive and Capilano Road, walk 1 block North on Capilano Road. Or ride the SeaBus to North Vancouver. During May to September, take #236 bus directly to the Park, or take #230 bus to Lonsdale Avenue and 15th Street, transfer to #232 bus to Edgemont Boulevard and Capilano Road, walk 1 block South on Capilano Road.

After your visit to Capilano Suspension Bridge, follow Capilano Road 1 block to the Capilano Salmon Hatchery, 2 miles to Cleveland Dam and 3 miles to Grouse Mountain.

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