Elk Falls Provincial Park & Suspension Bridge
A provincial park on the western outskirts of town. A 60-meter suspension bridge spans the canyon facing the 25-meter-high Elk Falls, making it a must-see in Campbell River.
Elk Falls lies in the Campbell River canyon, with a drop of about 25 meters. The suspension bridge, completed in 2015, is about 60 meters long and sits roughly 64 meters above the canyon floor, giving a direct view of the falls and the gorge. From the parking lot beside Brewster Lake Road, it takes about 15 to 20 minutes on foot, including steps, to reach the bridge. There are also several forest trails and the historic remains of a power station. Entry to the park is free. Nearby, you can visit the Quinsam River salmon hatchery and Canyon View Trail along the way. From July to September, local guides also organize snorkeling in the downstream canyon to watch the salmon run. When the dam upstream releases water, the flow is heavy, and trails are slippery after rain.
Opening hours
All day (daytime visits)
Nearby sights
- Discovery Pier
- Museum at Campbell River
- Ripple Rock Trail & Seymour Narrows
- Nuyumbalees Cultural Centre
- Cape Mudge Lighthouse
- Rebecca Spit Marine Provincial Park
- Quadra Island
- Discovery Passage Whale Watching