Elk Falls Suspension Bridge
Elk Falls Suspension Bridge
Elk Falls Suspension Bridge
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Barb S
Sooke, Canada10 contributions
Oct 2020 • Couples
Wonderful hiking/ walking trails through old growth forest right down to the Campbell River and also to a suspension bridge overlooking Elk Falls. Go early and take the time to do all the trails. Make sure to stop at the small museum for information and the story of the John Hart power station. We met a friendly informative volunteer there who gave us a short history- just the right amount of information! Thanks.
Written October 15, 2020
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EagerB
Campbell River, Canada1,169 contributions
Feb 2020 • Couples
Besides the fantastic sea walk and amazing beach access all along the coast of the city of Campbell River, the Elk Falls Provincial Park featuring the Elk Falls Suspension Bridge, is also a must see and do. Starting off there is plenty of parking and the trail leading to the bridge has spectacular views of Elk Falls. The trail in itself is an easy walk and there are plenty of benches along the way to stop, rest and take in all the sites and sounds of this beautiful forest. At the end, there are approx 70 stairs, but take your time and once there the effort was well worth it.
Written February 12, 2020
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Peter C
Vancouver, Canada304 contributions
Sept 2021
The hike is easy and waterfall view from the suspension bridge is well worth the time. Highly recommend doing this. If you are using Google maps to navigate, look up BC Hydro info kiosk to guide you to the parking lot.
Written September 15, 2021
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wallybee43
Sherwood Park, Canada372 contributions
Jul 2021
It is a little confusing to find. It is west of the city but you will come to Elks Falls Provincial Park first. One would assume that the falls are in the park. Not so! One must travel further up hill and turn right into a parking area. The trail down is about a kilometer and has some steep sections and many stairs to get down to the bridge. The veiw of the falls from the suspension bridge is nice but it is hard to take pictures because of a high wire fence along the bridge. One could easily lose an iPhone there but I had a DSLR with a strap around my neck. Fortunately there is a vewing platform further down with a great view of the falls head on. The climb back up is strenuous but fortunately there are several benches where one can rest.
Written July 28, 2021
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rlmptl
Lloydminster, Canada1,273 contributions
Jun 2023
this was a great experience even though i am bothered by heights this is a very safe bridge with high steel sides. the feeling of swaying is definably there and scary for me some people could not cross. I made it there and back but i probably would not do it again i dont like the adrenaline rush LOL the hike to get here is considered easy but i found the incline and decline of the trail especially the stairs down to the bridge difficult i am in my 60s and was very winded after
Written June 19, 2023
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travelgirl93463
Montrose, CO352 contributions
Jul 2023 • Couples
Absolutely serene shaded forest path to gorgeous waterfall! Plus the thrill of a suspension bridge! Only downside was that 2/3 of the way thru our visit an incredibly blaring, loud siren came on that lasted about 10 minutes. If completely shattered the tranquility. In order to do this hike one must be able to walk down a gently sloped unpaved path and then many steep gripstrut stairs. The suspension bridge is optional (but very fun ). Note - many people had dogs and they did not like the gripstrut stairs.
Written July 22, 2023
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Robin D
14 contributions
Aug 2021 • Family
A beautiful walk along an accessible trail. There is a place to stop and view the Falls that has an accessible view with lowered railing.
When the trail leads down to the Suspension Bridge, it is no longer accessible for wheelchairs or strollers. But there is a bench for people to wait and room for a wheelchair/stroller to wait.
Stairs to Suspension bridge can be slippery, hold railing.
Suspension Bridge is safe to walk and has high caged sides.
Please listen to signs and stay on trails and be safe. We saw people standing at the top of the waterfall! One bad step you they would go down 25meter falls! So dangerous!
When the trail leads down to the Suspension Bridge, it is no longer accessible for wheelchairs or strollers. But there is a bench for people to wait and room for a wheelchair/stroller to wait.
Stairs to Suspension bridge can be slippery, hold railing.
Suspension Bridge is safe to walk and has high caged sides.
Please listen to signs and stay on trails and be safe. We saw people standing at the top of the waterfall! One bad step you they would go down 25meter falls! So dangerous!
Written August 4, 2021
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Jhutty
Surrey, Canada28 contributions
Sept 2020 • Family
Initially thought we were walking straight to a suspension bridge from the parking lot, however discovered that we needed to travel along a trail that declined to it for 10-15 mins. The trail involved some stairs and naturally an incline on the way back. Trail wasn’t hard to do for a healthy person. The suspension bridge offers a view of elk falls, but there are many other trails that you can take. I believe moose falls and deer falls are also accessible from the same parking lot via different and longer trails.
Written September 3, 2020
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Chaching1197
Puyallup, WA135 contributions
Jun 2022 • Couples
Easy hike to the suspension bridge for both adults and kids and you can snack/rest at the other end. You can bring your dog with you, but if they are scared of grated metal walkways that you can see the bottom, you'll end up carrying them or not crossing the suspension bridge at all. There are other trails you can explore as well to enjoy different angles of the falls.
Written June 5, 2022
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Jan S
North Vancouver, Canada112 contributions
Aug 2021
The approach walk to the falls and suspension bridge is via a gravel path through a beautiful natural wood. The only way to get to the falls viewing platform or the suspension bridge is via a series of stairs.
The stairs do have solid handrails but the steps are an open checker-plate style so you can see right down the cliff face below you. We saw an owner having to carry their dog as the design isn't suitable for a dog's paws.
Being afraid of heights, I wasn't too keen on visiting the park but I'm really glad I went as there is an 'easier' option than the suspension bridge for those who prefer solid ground beneath their feet as I do.
The view from both the viewing platform and the the suspension bridge are equally impressive and my husband said the suspension bridge was very stable (he's not afraid of heights).
This was a nice walk and sight-seeing trip and although we only spent an hour or two there, you could easily turn it into a longer day if you wanted to spend some time accessing the falls from the opposite side where the water becomes accessible.
The stairs do have solid handrails but the steps are an open checker-plate style so you can see right down the cliff face below you. We saw an owner having to carry their dog as the design isn't suitable for a dog's paws.
Being afraid of heights, I wasn't too keen on visiting the park but I'm really glad I went as there is an 'easier' option than the suspension bridge for those who prefer solid ground beneath their feet as I do.
The view from both the viewing platform and the the suspension bridge are equally impressive and my husband said the suspension bridge was very stable (he's not afraid of heights).
This was a nice walk and sight-seeing trip and although we only spent an hour or two there, you could easily turn it into a longer day if you wanted to spend some time accessing the falls from the opposite side where the water becomes accessible.
Written September 6, 2021
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Do I have to cross the suspension bridge to get to the platform? Can i see the falls without crossing the bridge?
Written February 2, 2020
You can see the rapids and the falls without crossing the bridge
Written February 3, 2020
Is there a fee to cross the suspension bridge? I can’t seem to find that info? Thanks :)
Written January 17, 2020
I have limited time on the island and would like to add with this bridge, the caves, or Sandcut Beach to our itinerary. Suggestions?
Written February 3, 2019
If you are short on time, the bridge is a fantastic detour. It is an easy, quick hike to the bridge and back.
Written February 4, 2019
Yes, but only at the trail head, along with washrooms. I don't believe there are any down by the falls. However, places to sit on the other end of the bridge, right above the falls.
Written May 29, 2018
We are coming to see the falls on the 19th weekend. Where should we park our car? My husband has some problems with his knees so he can't walk too much. Thank you for your time to answer.
Written May 12, 2018
There is a large parking lot near the trail entrance so it should be easy for your husband to walk in from there.
Written May 13, 2018
how far is the walk from parking to bridge. is it an easy walk for seniors? Are small dogs on a leash petmitted?
Written July 22, 2017
While dogs are permitted in theory, the open-mesh stairways right at the suspension bridge are extremely dog-unfriendly. My wife stayed with our dogs on the forest path while I went to the bridge, and then she had a turn while I kept the dogs.
I'm 66 and it was a very easy walk for me, but I do mountain hiking a lot. There's little elevation gain, though, so anyone in reasonable condition should find it easy.
Written July 26, 2017
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