Explore Vancouver’s Old-Growth Rainforest: Waterfalls & Suspension Bridge Adventure
Difficulty
moderate
Duration
5 hours
Fitness Level
Suitable for hikers with a moderate level of fitness comfortable with 6–10 km on mixed terrain.
Overview
Discover Vancouver's lush old-growth rainforest on a 5-hour guided hike featuring waterfalls, serene pools, and a thrilling suspension bridge crossing. Perfect for adventurers seeking nature’s tranquility just minutes from the city.
Vancouver Rain Forest Hike With Waterfall, Suspension Bridge
All Ages • 5 hours
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About This Adventure
Experience the breathtaking natural beauty of Vancouver on a 5-hour tour that immerses you in old-growth rainforests, stunning waterfalls, and serene pools. Enjoy a moderate 6-10km hike with convenient curbside pickup and drop-off, making it easy to explore the city's enchanting landscapes and create unforgettable memories.
A visit here without taking in some of this natural beauty is a missed opportunity!
Duration
5 hours
About
What makes Vancouver so endeared by visitors who come here? It is the incredible natural beauty that engulfs every single corner of the city. A visit here without taking in some of this natural beauty is a missed opportunity. This tour offers those that participate, an overload of stunning, natural wonders, Old growth rainforest, waterfalls, suspension bridge, stunning pools of water, beautiful creek, and endless trails through all of it. We make this tour simple to participate with curbside pickup and drop off service in Metro Vancouver and moderate 6-10km hike.
More info
Trip Length 6-10km Skill Level Moderate
Trip Includes Door to door return transportation and guide
What to bring
- Clothing: Loose fitting, comfortable clothes, or sportswear. Closed footwear, no sandals or flip-flops on all tours.
- Layering clothes is best as Vancouver – and throughout BC – we frequently encounter changing weather conditions especially in the mountains.
- For hikes, proper shoes such as running shoes, or hiking footwear with good support is mandatory.
- A day backpack to carry your personal belongings.
- Sunscreen, sunglasses and a hat for sun protection.
- Camera or phone to take pictures.
- Cash or credit cards for purchases along the way.
Adventure Tips
Wear sturdy hiking shoes
The trail includes uneven and sometimes slippery terrain, so durable footwear with good traction is essential.
Bring a rain jacket
Vancouver’s coastal rainforest can be damp year-round, so waterproof gear helps keep you dry and comfortable.
Use insect repellent
During warmer months, bugs can be active near streams; applying repellent ensures a more pleasant hike.
Stay on marked trails
Protect fragile forest habitats by sticking to the designated paths throughout your hike.
Local Insights
Wildlife
- Black-tailed deer
- Pacific salmon in the streams
History
The forest is part of the traditional territory of local Indigenous peoples, who have conserved these lands for centuries.
Conservation
The tour emphasizes low-impact hiking practices to preserve the sensitive rainforest ecosystem and supports local conservation initiatives.
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Frequently Asked Questions
Recommended Gear
Waterproof hiking boots
Provide stability and keep feet dry on moist and uneven paths.
fall specific
Lightweight rain jacket
Protects against sudden coastal showers common in the rainforest.
spring specific
Daypack with water bottle
Keeps hydration and snacks accessible during the hike.
summer specific
Camera or smartphone
Capture stunning waterfalls and bridge views along the trail.