I had such a wonderful time visiting Lynn Canyon Park. We originally went to see their famous suspension bridge but a few wrong turns at the trails and we ended up seeing much more, including the 30-Ft Pool, Pipeline Bridge, and Rice Lake. The trails are defined (though some were closed when we visited) and for the majority, are very walkable save a couple of areas with lots of stairs. Lynn Canyon Park is deceptively massive and offers a bit of everything to everyone-- if you are looking for tranquility, I'd recommend the northern trails and if you are looking for family-friendly hikes, I'd recommend the pool as it seems like a popular place for a dip. Parking during peak season can be a little tricky, especially later during the day. We ended up circling around before finding a spot and it costs $3/hr. My only complaint is that the park lacks adequate signage and maps, which contributed to our getting lost for a few hours. HUGE thank you to Hannah from the watershed for helping us find our way back! read more

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Beautiful and easy trail. After crossing the suspension bridge, it's a short hike to the natural pool. read more

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I realize for some odd reason I only do food reviews but it's time to highlight my favourite parks in the area, and Lynn Canyon is definitely near the top of the list. You could come here, park, and just walk across the suspension bridge (which is unfortunately closed for the next month) and get a kick out of the beautiful canyon. However, to really enjoy the park you should walk all the way around. There are many trails that go on both sides of the canyon, and another bridge on the south side of the park, right about the Twin Falls which are spectacular. Just above the suspension bridge is the 30 foot pool which is a super popular spot in the summer for lounging in the water, swimming and diving. There are also really nice trails in the woods above the water too. It is such a beautiful treasure. Please keep it clean and leave it as a treasure for everyone! Hints: in the summer come earlier or later in the day, it gets super crowded especially on weekends. DO NOT CLIFF JUMP!!! People have died doing that. read more

Lynn Canyon Park is more than just its suspension bridge and Twin Falls view. The park's trails wind through dense rainforest, alongside waterfalls, and over scenic bridges, making it a nice hike and offering many photo ops. We took the loop to the 30-Foot (green) Pool and Pipeline Bridge. Fairly easy hike, we saw many young kids. From the 30-Foot Pool to the Pipeline Bridge, there was a set of what seemed like never-ending stairs, but we looped back the other way and it's a dirt path with mild inclines, so that's a good alternative to the stairs. read more

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I enjoyed this trail. Unlike Quarry Rock last Sunday. I enjoyed that too, but enjoyment with pain! Hahaha! I will go back there as soon as I level up in my fitness journey. Now this is a beginner trail. There are steep steps too enough to challenge me as a beginner and there are options as there are different trails within the park. I like the suspension bridge experience! I was surprised they had one here, and it's free! I guess in Capilano there are a series of bridges. But this one is enough for me. There's plenty of flat landings. I saw bear warnings and also to keep within the trails and fence. Warning signs said people have perished so be careful. Some stairs are really steep but stable and wide. There's a stream. I see people swimming so I guess it's warm enough. The water is clear. Am not sure if there is a change room. I saw a washroom at the entrance. Parking is $3 per hour as of this writing. The good thing is there's a coffee shop with food in the area, just before enterering the trail. This is a nice convenience. And plenty of tables and chairs to relax in after. I like this place and would want to comeback for sure! Afterwards I had lunch at nearby Lynn Valley. It's a gorgeous town. Just sat outside and took in the mountain views and fresh air! read more

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Beautiful place to spend a couple or few hours hiking. The paths are well kept, did not see any litter or graffiti, helpful steps with handrails in certain areas, and plenty of shade and beautiful running water. This is a great place to bring kids and dogs as well! 10/10! read more

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Like many others, we opted for this spot instead of Capilano because of the price difference and it definitely did not disappoint. It's a great option if you want something more budget friendly. It was such a great hike as well. read more

Lynn Canyon Park - Parks Near Me - North Vancouver, British Columbia

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Needless to say how gorgeous this well known park is.. I appreciate the restroom facilities around the park.. one thing the park is lacking in is adequate maps/signage .. dogs allowed which I also love .. there's a little ecology museum that is by donation entry read more

Lynn Canyon Park - Parks Near Me - North Vancouver, British Columbia

Very nice park! Well defined trails. A fun suspension bridge overlooking a nice canyon with running water. There's even a pool to cool off in. Bring your bathing suit or a change of clothes cause the kids will get wet! Of course you can stay on trail and just enjoy the tall trees and trails. Most trails aren't too strenuous. They have a cafe with restrooms and water available too. Great place for kids as well. Parking can be tricky, but definitely recommend the lower lot vs the first lot that you come across. read more

Great park to come and walk around. Watch your footing near the big pool. I took a big fall on the rock near the water. I wish I got that on camera. read more

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Lynn Canyon Park and Suspension Bridge. It is located in Northern Vancouver, British Columbia. It's right nearby other major attractions including Capilano Suspension Bridge and Grouse Mountain Gondola. The difference between Lynn Canyon and the others is that Lynn Canyon is free! Yes free! And the reason I'm excited to mention this is because Vancouver (the city) is expensive. Anywhere you go, you must pay for parking plus admission to the attraction. So finally, this is a worthwhile park to visit. It is free, but you have to pay for parking as well. It certainly trumps $70 - $80 fees to check out other places in the area. Lynn Canyon opens at 7am daily and that's perfect because I like to wake up early and beat the crowds. During this visit, I was here by 7am. Now for parking, you're allowed a maximum of 4 hours to park. So ultimately, they kind of want you out of there after a few hours to give others a chance. Because, a free attraction certainly draws crowds. And, I was just here to explore. I wasn't really swimming in the waters which is the highlight activity during summer times...so I didn't need 4 hours, but I certainly took 4 hours, lol. The suspension bridge is a major landmark at the park. It is short and not so high off the ground. It took 60 seconds to walk across and I have a fear of heights. But granted, when the crowds arrive, the bridge will be packed with people and the bridge does sway. Btw...almost forgot to mention. At the entrance to Lynn Canyon, there are public restrooms and an Ecology Center where you can purchase gifts or souvenirs. The suspension bridge is the first sight up when you arrive. It leads to all the hiking trails, waterfalls and pools. You sort of must cross it to get anywhere in Lynn Canyon. Here are a few of the most frequented areas of the park... - Twin Falls - plenty of visitors come by here to relax in the waters beside a waterfall. The thing is...the waterfall was hidden due to outlying growth of the forest and trees. All I witnessed was a gentle stream with kids playing in the waters. Still, the boardwalk pathway guides you through a quiet setting as if you're among the enormous redwood trees of Northern California. - Then I backtracked up the boardwalk path and ventured towards the other side of the canyon where all the loud and active scenes were taking place. Yes, I am talking about the 30 Foot Pool! This 30 Foot Pool had 5x the number of spectators (compared to Twin Falls) lounging in the pristine green waters and cliff jumping! I said that right, lol, cliff jumping! Here, you have families enjoying the charming surroundings of the 30 Foot Pool, but then there were adventure seekers looking for thrills who climbed on rocks and jumped into the seas of green! My big problem was that the landing area for jumping was so small that you really had to be cognizant and aware of how much room and slack you had for a clear landing! One poor decision, slip or mistimed jump and your life is pretty much over. Also at this 30 Foot Pool were large signs mentioning how dangerous cliff jumping was. They even stated how many serious injuries and fatalities the park had experienced over the last several years. Hey still, here were young kids without a care in the world jumping off extremely elevated levels. It was borderline crazy what they were doing. Kids, like 14, 15 and 16 years old with Go-Pros in their hands ready to make another social media splash. Finally, here at the 30 Foot Pool, there's nowhere really to sit down and hang out at. If you do, it's on the rocks. All down the river stream had strangers occupying spaces for picnics. It was very congested and not my scene. The remainder of Lynn Canyon had hiking trails that were popular. They're not long or strenuous and they guide you through the heart of the forest. For a weekend morning, stepping into nature was a therapeutic way to spend time. So, not only do you have green waters of Twin Falls and the 30 Foot Pool, but hiking, bicycling and enjoying life is part of the happenings here. Btw, dogs are allowed on the trails, but must be on a leash. Another interesting walking section is to Pipeline Bridge. It's located past the 30 Foot Pool and basically covers the outer rim of Lynn Canyon Park. Overall, I liked my 4 hours spent at Lynn Canyon. The Suspension Bridge, Twin Falls and 30 Foot Pool can keep you occupied enjoying the great outdoors. And best of all, it's free to come here. Just remember, parking can be tricky if you arrive by late morning. read more

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Lovely place to come for relaxing walks and peaceful nature ambience. There's 2 paid parking lots- the lower one is closest to the cafe and you can bypass the entrance. The upper one is next to the visitor center which is a MUST SEE! There's interactive displays, miniatures of the park, centers, lots of interesting displays. It's also a small gift shop too with the usual t-shirts, sweatshirts and toy plushes. The trails are well marked and have a boardwalk. The walks aren't too strenuous but you need to somewhat mobile. There is also a free suspension bridge. This was definitely one of our highlights! read more

Lynn Canyon Park - Parks Near Me - North Vancouver, British Columbia

Beautiful, tranquil, and free! We came here at 7am on a weekend and there were a few other parties but it was mostly quiet. Definitely started to become more busy by the time we left at around 8:30am. We just hiked from suspension bridge to 30 foot pool. The trail beyond that had steep stairs and I don't think I'd be able to do it with my condition. Still was a nice, beautiful hike though, around 30 minutes each way and nothing too steep. We spotted a lot of trash on our relatively short hike. A bit disappointing, especially since there are so many trash cans in the area. We tried to pick up all that we saw. We brought our dog on a leash per the rules for that area of the park (not just for their safety from wild animals but also to protect native plant life) and while most others folks did too, a couple people had their dogs off leash. read more

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So we opted for Lynn Canyon Park and Suspension Bridge instead of the Capilano Park and Suspension Bridge just for the huge price difference. Lynn Canyon is free! I did my homework beforehand and read the reviews and saw pictures of what Lynn Canyon had to offer but let me tell you for the price of free this place is even better in person! The views were amazing and the suspension is great even though it's not as long as the on at Capilano. While the hike through the park is not treacherous I will warn you that there is a lot of stairs to climb which only will get worse the deeper into the canyon you go. Just a pro tip to give you if you're wondering if you, a family member, or friend can handle it. read more

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Nestled behind a residental neighborhood in the northeast corner of North Vancouver is this beautiful park of serenity.....minus the crowds. The suspension bridge a bit smaller than the famed Capilano, nevertheless the overlook view hovers alongside a waterfall and aqua blue river waters. Venture to the end of the trail and come to a see-to-the-bottom river pool ~ gorgeous! Hikers that day witnessed a guy in speedos take a dip in the frigid lagoon. *There is no real safe path to the water, so be careful to navigate down the jagged boulders. Dog friendly ~ plenty of pooches enjoying the nature walk and swimming the river. Limited parking ~ come early on sunny days as the paid lot is filled real fast and the residential neighbors do take kindly in parking in front of their homes. A 1-2 hours of chillax hiking and serene outdoor nature vibes within reach of downtown. read more

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Amazing park to explore! I was so impressed with the number of trails available here. Waterfalls, bridges, lakes, rivers, and well maintained paths are all things you will find here. We spent several hours hiking throughout this park. I was surprised the only part that had to be paid for was the parking. We got here at a popular time and got the last available spot, thankfully. By the time we left there were only a few cars left in the lot! There was really something for everyone here - and all the trails are so well maintained nothing was terribly difficult to complete. Even the one trail that a ranger told me was difficult wasn't bad at all. He warned it was a short distance but 14 flights of stairs in either direction. I'm glad I did it - it really didn't seem as bad as was described! read more

One of the best places to take tourists to see what BC is all about. No need to go all the way out to Squamish. Parking is available by the ecology centre. Couldn't tell you about the ecology centre or the cafe other than that they exist. There are plenty of spots to take photos of the trees and mountains. Of course the main star here is the pedestrian suspension bridge. Always a fun time watching tourists get jittery when the bridge wobbles. Guess there aren't too many of these out there. Provides a great view of Lynn Valley too. There are also plenty of hiking trails around here. Great for taking outdoorsy people as well. Keep in mind that there are plenty of sections with stairs. It is a valley after all. The trails are quite well maintained, and more than enough trails to go for hours (or days) if desired. It does get a bit crowded over the summer though. read more

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We absolutely love this place! Came here on our recent trip for a hike/walk and the whole place was just so beautiful. One downside is it was very crowded on a Saturday afternoon. From the suspension bridge you can go left or right and either way the path is very green, shaded and boosts lots of pretty viewpoints, waterfalls and streams. The paths are well paved, well maintained and they do have very nice wood staircases for hilly areas. Very easy for elderly or kids. Overall amazing place, highly recommend. read more

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Oh GD YEAH. My favorite day in the Vancouver area, hand's down. Just a hop, skip and jump away from central Vancouver, a short boat and bus ride - is a lush forest with natural springs running through and a suspension bridge that is entirely free to visit. Frankly, if you are prone to motion sickness, this bridge is probably the better bet than the famous Capilano bridge as it is a bit shorter. Locals advised us to visit and we came on the busiest day of the busiest weekend but we managed to wander away from the groups of tourists and found such a beautiful hike (make a right once over the bridge) - this direction is less populated. We walked for hours but did not get to the "end". We stopped and hung out in the water, observed the sunlight filtering through the woods and watched some morons try and kill themselves while ignoring cliff diving means death signs posted and plummet against a surface of rock to thankfully meet cold pools of water not death - that would have made for a bad day. Please do NOT cliff-dive! The birds chirping, the green light wafting, the sound and feel of the crisp water and the permeating smell of cedar and mineral was just a Wonderland aka Thoreau style. I could have spent all week here, had I only remembered to pack lunch. read more

Visiting Vancouver and want to see the suspension bridge? Perhaps you have heard of the famous bridge Capilano Suspension Bridge Park (https://www.yelp.com/biz/capilano-suspension-bridge-park-north-vancouver). The only negative about this particular park is that they charge currently ~$47 (CAD) to enter into this park (discounted tickets available to students and members of AAA. Also for those that enter the park closer to closing time. Expedia also sells slight discounted tickets). But if you do not want to pay that high admission rate, come to Lynn Canyon Park for the suspension bridge (because it is free, including parking. There is even free WiFi by the gift shop so you can check in on your Yelp app, in case you do not want to pay roaming charges if you are visiting from the US or further parts away in Canada). It is not nearly as long, but you will get the feel and experience of walking on this bridge and the views. There is also waterfalls (twin falls) that you can see with plenty of hiking trails, so wear sturdy, closed toed shoes for the best protection. Also as other fellow Yelp members had mentioned, there are an obscene amount of stairs that you will walk up and down. I felt rather fatigue at times going up those long flights of stairs, so make sure to mentally and physically prepare (and don't say I didn't warn you) and pace yourself. You have all day, so why overexert yourself? I do want to mention that Lynn Canyon Park is dog friendly and so my husband, our little girl dog and I came here last Monday, around 11 am. It wasn't too crowded (but it was on a Monday, during a non holiday weekend) and didn't felt rushed to walk along the trails to get out of people's way. We got some really great shots around the lake, among the beautiful trees, against the background of the falls, etc. There are some really great photo opportunities so be sure to bring your camera (fully charged). If you are visiting Vancouver, consider checking out Lynn Canyon Park if Capilano Suspension Bridge Park is a bit too pricey for you. Please note that restrooms are only available by the gift shop area and no where else in the park. There is also a place to refill your water bottle so you can stay adequately hydrated for your hike. read more

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What an amazing place and experience! Lynn Canyon Park was definitely one of my favorites places that I visited. This park is a ways from town and it's not the easiest to find because you're driving through neighborhoods and you start to wonder where this Canyon really is! Eventually after many lefts and rights, and looking for signs, we got there. It's a FREE park with FREE parking. There's a decent amount of parking, but I can see it packed when it's busy. Luckily it wasn't busy! When you eventually find the driveway into the park, you drive down a oneway dirt pathway and to the parking lot. There's an ecology center, restrooms, and a little cafe before the park. The first thing you'll run into is the suspension bridge, which is beautiful. The one thing you'll feel is that you are really deep in the forest. The Douglas fir trees are everywhere. After the bridge, there are two short hikes to your left and right, Twin Falls and 30-foot pool. Both hikes lead to other lengthier hikes that can take you literally around the entire Lynn Valley neighborhood. We just opted for the two quick hikes. The Twin Falls Hike was really, really nice. The trees are very and shades you from most of the sunlight. The trail is very well maintained and very easy and safe to walk with raised wooden walkways, stairs, and metal grated steps. It was a relatively short hike to the falls. At that point, you can continue on to another hike, or hike up the stairs that leads you back to the parking lot. We went back to do the 30-Foot Pool hike, which was probably bad idea. It was late afternoon, and it got dark pretty quick at 430pm. I thought I would just see his pool and walk back, but I never saw it. I did see what looked like the top of the river with many rocks with water rolling around it, but no pool. I later found out that that was it. Yeah... we continued on with the hike and up many levels of stairs. At the end of the stairs, it got really dark that it was hard to see what's ahead without a flashlight. It was kinda scary since this was our first time here and not sure about the terrors the night brings. My wife thought we'd be kidnapped, and I thought we'd see bears, which I was both ready to defend! We finally made it back and seen civilians. At that time, it was just passed 5pm! The parking lot was total darkness and the pathway back out was as well. I had no idea which way to drive out besides following the signs and GPS. My wife thought it was the wrong way, so I u-turned back, and it ended up that was the correct path way. The exit was a long, very narrow, winding dirt road with zero lights. I could not see what is ahead of me besides from the headlights, and I was the only car. I was super worried of driving off the road and being stuck...or worse. We seen a WILD wolf beside the road with its eyes gleamed bright white from our lights. I was glad I was a Jeep. I barely drove by it. Later on the path, there was another pair of white eyes and another above it, this time it was a lady walking her big dog (or maybe a wolf). Or did we see it? O_O Who walks their dog down a pitch black road in the forest? And there's a wolf ahead! Eventually we made it out. PHEWWW!! I was super nervous and gripping the steering wheel tight the entire time because I could not see a thing and very unsure when and where the road turns. I think I lost apart of my soul over there! Wow, Lynn Canyon Park was quite an experience: scary yet thrilling. I'm sure these situation could've been avoided if I had more knowledge about this place, but lessons learned! It's a great park where you don't need to pay to enter or park. The hikes are very enjoyable and well maintained. Definitely a must do in Vancouver. Just make sure you leave before it gets dark! read more

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We went to beautiful Lynn Canyon. It was super busy on a Sunday afternoon. Be careful and watch for parking signa. They were giving lots of illegally parked tickets. The park has a visitor center and a cafe. Free wifi at the cafe (no password required). If you go to Twin Falls be prepared to step down/up plenty of stairs. The views are amazing! read more

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Nature at it's finest! Quick and easy. Tina's Travel and Tabloid - Free parking, if you can find any, and entrance to park. - Recommendation is to get some drinks at the local shops before heading here to stay hydrated for this brisk hike. - Definitely the spot for the locals, but if you want free, you got it! - The hike was easy and the trail consists of wooden steps for easy access - After the suspension bridge, you can continue to the Twin Peaks Falls, but I didn't go too far in since I only had one day in Vancouver. - I hear that if you keep walking through you might sight bears or even see that pool everyone talks about. - Worth a visit for a breezy walk read more

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Amazing and beautiful park! Easily accessible via public transit for those without a car and only takes ~1h from Vancouver and no admission fees! Great place for hiking, sunbathing (when it's sunny), and getting cooled by the river. They have a few trails and all are fairly easy. It's also a great place for photo ops, family activities, and a great date activity. There's a cafe at the start of the trails but I'd suggest packing a light lunch and snacks for you to enjoy while on the hike read more

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It is nice park with kids. they have paved and non paved road. Plenty of parking but you have pay.

Pros: + Gorgeous park! + Beautiful for hiking + Makes suer you go through the suspension bridge + Free including Free parking too! Cons: - There have been several deaths from people venturing off the trail or being reckless. Please be careful! read more

Lynn Canyon Park is located in the Lynn Valley neighborhood of North Vancouver. It is widely known for the suspension bridge that serves as an entrance to the park. It is an alternative to visiting the Capilano Suspension Bridge and free to cross, unlike Capilano. The park itself is pretty great as it is full of hiking trails. Plus Lynn Creek has a section here which in you see park goers crossing on rocks by the water. There is also a waterfall here that some adventurous trekkers use as a jumping point from into the large base pool of water below. This is a very tranquil spot that is surrounded by trees. The hiking trails aren't too challenging so this is a good hiking spot for all ages. If you are looking for a getaway nature spot that is still within close proximity of Vancouver and the urban life, I would recommend this park. read more

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Visiting this park was the highlight of my Vancouver visit. We came here late morning on a Saturday and were able to find parking in the over flow lot pretty easily. The main thing on our agenda was the suspension bridge. The suspension bridge was a 5 minute walk from the parking lot. It is a beautiful park. Lots of tourists. We walked the suspension bridge, stuck our toes in the 30 foot pool, a 10 minute hike from the bridge, and just enjoyed strolling through nature. At the 30 foot pool, there's a spot you can cliff jump from as well. Waters were a bit cold for me or I would have done it. The park is free too. We got ice cream and coffee from the cafe and also enjoyed the ecological center/gift shop. read more

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This is a great park to explore! After crossing the suspension bridge (wrote a separate review for that) we decided to hike south towards Twin Falls Bridge. The hike itself is super easy since the path has a wooden boardwalk and little to no elevation with some stairs. They do a really good job of maintaining the path, and the forest was very beautiful to walk through. Since we were in the area around 10 am, it wasn't too crowded. The Twin Falls Bridge in Lynn Canyon Park is a nice stop to watch the falls. You may or may not see another brave soul/idiot trying to cliff dive into the waters. Cross the bridge, go up the stairs and hike along Beaver Trail you should find your way to the river. Since the river was pretty dry when we went, we just had fun climbing the rocks and enjoying the scenery. The water is SUPER cold here, even when it was hot out, so I don't recommend swimming unless you can bear it. There is also an "unofficial" path to the beach area near Twin Falls Bridge. If you hike past the bridge, you'll see an incline path on your right eventually where it's clear people have gone through. The area is not as accessible since there is a "natural staircase" formed by the tree roots and erosion - tricky to go down, easy to come up. However making the trek is worth I since you'll enjoy some gorgeous views of the river and a fun beach area if you want to go swimming. I'll also mention if you want a REALLY gorgeous view of the Twin Falls themselves... you could also try hopping the fence near that path, as it will take you to the area where the falls are. It'll be pretty obvious what part of the fence to jump, since it seems cliff divers use it to jump off the falls. I didn't jump, but I was very very safe and just wanted a really nice picture (will post later)... however, I don't recommend it for the faint of heart, and be very careful when you do cross the fence. Otherwise I loved this park for all the exploring that can be done! While the boardwalk paths are nice, sometimes going off the beaten path is a neat adventure. I kinda like this better than Capilano since Lynn Canyon's bridge and park is bigger and has more little places to discover. Didn't make it to the 30 ft pool, but I'll save that for next time. read more

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Northeast of Lynn Valley, which is northeast of North Vancouver, which is northeast of Vancouver in British Columbia, which is in Canada you can find Lynn Canyon Park, which is one of the best places we've ever gone walkabout. We were there in June and the weather was a bit chilly, but not so much so that you'd need a heavy jacket. The park is wonderful and the suspension bridge in the park is absolutely stunning. But we started walking north on Capilano Road, as our motel was on the corner of Capilano and Marine Drive, 2.3 kilometers (have to do kilometer because we were in Canada) south of the Capilano Suspension Bridge, which is the longest suspension bridge in the world. This was our third time, spending time in Vancouver and we'd crossed that bridge on both earlier trips and we were looking forward to crossing it again. But, to our chagrin, they've added attractions and turned the bridge into kind of a theme park. So no more walking across for free. We needed a bunch of money and as we were debating weather or not it was worth it, this nice guy, with silver-white hair down past his shoulders, who overheard us, told us about Lynn Canyon Park. "The have a wonderful suspension bridge there," he said. "It's free and it won't be the zoo this place has become. In fact, this time of day, you might have the park mostly to yourselves. Then he told us how to get there. So we hustled the 2.3 kilometers back to the Travel Lodge, not impressive digs, but clean and not too costly, got in our car and headed to Lynn Valley. And when we got to Lynn Canyon Park, we found a place lush and green, it is a rain forest (though not a tropical one) after all. The walking trails are picturesque and easy, though if you walk down to the bottom, you might get a bit tired out coming back up, but it's not that bad. On another note, they had a Caution Sign up, telling you to be on the lookout for and beware of a wandering Saquatch or two and they had a phone number for you to call if you encountered one. We didn't see any, so we didn't call. The bridge is fun and plenty long and there's a long drop below, so it could be a bit scary, but it's a lotta fun. read more

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Fun, mild hike to check out in the Vancouver area. We took the sea bus and then bus #228 to get to the park so it does not require a car. We also stopped at the market once you got off the sea bus which was nice. It's not an advanced hike and there are stairs in areas that may be a little harder. The suspension bridge is nice (similar to Capilano) although not as long. I would walk over to the twin falls if you get a chance. There is a cool view from the bridge of the water falls! There is also a portion of the stream where a lot of people are swimming and you can cool down. The water is so clear! I would recommend doing this if you have extra time in Vancouver and not interested in renting a car. read more

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This place is awesome and made my entire trip to Vancouver worth it! I googled "beautiful places in Vancouver, BC" and this was a suggestion. I did not realize there was a suspended bride here until I arrived--totally amazing! The best part is this place is dog friendly, so I was able to hike through the forest with my dog. What a wonderful place to visit and travel to. I highly recommend coming here. read more

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A great, moderate hike. No too difficult, however with the bridge closed for COVID, the detour route does have a fair amount of stairs. Still a lovely walk with my bubble. We started early because it did end up getting a bit crowded by noonish. We sat around near the 30ft pool and waited for the sun to come out a bit more (as we got there around 9 or 10). By the time it was out, there were a lot of people. Still, everyone was remaining distant (but still in their groups). The water is FREEZING btw. I got in to my hips and had to stop. But still, very refreshing if you can handle it! Shame the bridge was closed, however I understand that it's a tourist spot and people often stop there for pics, probably touching the rails and whatnot, so best to keep it closed. read more

This is an amazing place to come for a walk. It's always nice and clean and if you have a pet you could bring too. I like to come here for a nice walk to running away from the city and I feel more interact with the nature. This is a perfect place to relax. Feel free to do your work out too :) read more

Such a beautiful and tranquil place to be! Went with a group of friends and enjoyed the beautiful Vancouver scenery. We had this planned on our itinerary for a specific day and it happened to rain so it was not crowded at all! Great hikes! Do be careful when it rains though. Would recommend hiking boots if going when it rains as it can get really muddy and slippery. Did not deter us from going and others as well. Even saw a girl rocking only shorts and a t-shirt when it was raining! read more

Lynn Canyon Park - Suspension Bridge - Parks Near Me - North Vancouver, British Columbia

What a hidden gem in Vancouver. We drove out on a Tuesday afternoon...traffic there was ok......back (at around 3:30pm) was dreadful. The park s huge with several trails offering various levels of difficulty. If you experience difficulty walking or climbing, this won't be the place for you. The parking lots were packed...we ended up parking in the overflow lot. The hike we opted for took less than an hour...it took us down into the canyon by the twin waterfalls. Despite warning signs and fencing, kids were jumping into the pools around the waterfalls....with no staff park member preventing it from happening. It's obviously a popular thing to do as we passed at least 10 teenagers talking about doing the same. However...this park, the canyon and the dense woodlands make it all worth while. Despite signs, we didn't see any bears or mountain lions. read more

Lynn Canyon Park - Twin waterfalls - Parks Near Me - North Vancouver, British Columbia

Lynn Canyon Park has the cool suspension bridge for FREE. I have visited the Capilano Bridge a few times, but this is FREE with lots of nature and easy hiking trails (with lots of steps). The public restrooms were open. The Ranger Station was closed, the cafe was closed, but the FREE Ecology Centre was open with very nice displays, a small video theater where we watched video of the epic 1995 flooding, and a helpful staffer named Megan. The gift shop had postcards and other appealing souvenir items. I highly recommend this park and its facilities. read more

Too cheap to pay for Capilano Suspension Bridge? Lynn Canyon is calling you because it's free! Free parking up to 3 hours, suspension bridge, short trails and scenic other bridges. Dog on leash friendly. read more

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Truly one of the most stunning hikes I have ever been on. Everywhere you turn, it is so beautiful you wonder if it is real or not! There are many trails for you to explore, all pretty accessible. I would recommend packing food/lunch so you can continue working your way through the trails and stop for a picnic when hungry. Do stay to the trails as it's easy to get turned around in such thick forest! Loved that this park was completely free, including the suspension bridge. All just a 30 minute drive from downtown Vancouver! read more

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Another natural wonderland within the borders of Vancouver. It amazes me that such a wonderful and incredible landscape exists right by million dollar houses but somehow once you're inside the park, it truly feels like you're thousands of miles away. The Lynn Canyon has many parts to it but probably the most popular would be the Lynn Canyon Suspension bridge. It's argueably more popular than the Capilano because Lynn Canyon is free and Capilano charges a hefty entrance fee of $45+. In addition to that, the trails here are easy, well worn, and maintained beautifully. This is a hiking path you can bring your family to and not worry that grandma or little Timmy will die in the first 5 minutes. There's also a few nice river scenes and waterfalls that keep your view varied from the incredible amount of emerald tones of the trees. I will admit that there is a portion of hike that requires a lengthy climb up probably 8 to 10 flights of stairs. I had no issues with it but many people were resting after each flight up. So just putting it out there... it's fairly easy hike in my opinion but if you have problems with stairs, I dont think this spot is going to be kind to you. About the suspension bridge, I'm going to be honest. It kinda pales in comparison to the other famed (but pricier) Capilano. Lynn Canyon one is tamer, shorter, and much more secure feeling. So if you're afraid of heights, Lynn would be good for you. The trek across takes you over a nice waterfall and you can feel the super cold waters giving you a nice chilled breeze across your skin. After the bridge, you can walk among the tall trees and take in the wonderful fresh air and just admire how vast the forest is around you. There is a clear path and well worn elevated wooden paths for you to walk around and not disturb nature too much. You can go off path for a bit but you can get lost and (much) further north you do get into bear country. There is a moment by the river's edge where you can dip your feet into a shallow portion of it. When I went, at least 50 other people were doing and laughing while enjoying the river. The river is more like a bubbling brook at that point and children of all ages were dipping their feet in. The other thing to note about Lynn Canyon is that the bathroom and garbage is only available at the cafe. Vancouver did a great service by trying to keep the forest ... well, a forest. There's zero spots along the path to throw things out and for the most part, most visitors do keep this park clean. Also, this is one of the most well known stops for tourist so expect this hike to be a bit chaotic. I wouldn't say it's crammed or busy but even on a Sunday morning, there was never a moment where I didn't see at least 2 other families within 20 metres. Sometimes you get lucky and you have a part of the forest to yourself that is far away from the bridge or rivers. Don't expect to see any wildlife... the screams of kids drove them pretty far away. But do come to admire the really pretty forest. The one unfortunate thing about Lynn Canyon is the number of deaths that have occurred from the cliff jumping into the river below. We were told if the impact of the height doesn't kill you, your landing in the the shallow rock bed would, or your body going into shock cause the cold water. There are many signs around the river edges of the number of fatalities and injuries that have occurred. That still didn't stop a crazy guy from doing it while I was there ... and in front of a ranger no less. He also had a large swastika tattoo on his chest and bearing it proudly, so his thoughts and common sense might not be similar to mine.... at all.... completely. I do recommend Lynn Canyon for any visitor. It is a simple and easy drive from the Vancouver downtown to completely immerse yourself in nature's glory. You'll be amazed at the incredible tall forests and admire the beautiful fury of the raging rivers... perhaps even dip a toe into it. Either way, a must do... plan for a weekday visit and all of this will easily be yours. read more

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