Baden Powell Trail - Lynn Canyon Section

• 12 km traverse through Lynn Canyon's dramatic forest and bridges

• Famous Lynn Canyon Suspension Bridge (free!)

• Old-growth forest, waterfalls, and swimming holes

• Part of the historic 48 km Baden Powell Trail across the North Shore

A rolling point-to-point trail connecting Deep Cove to Lynn Canyon along the Baden Powell Trail. The route starts with the popular Quarry Rock viewpoint (1 km from Deep Cove), then continues through forest with steep staircases and boardwalk sections. Crosses the Seymour River on a bridge, then climbs steeply with switchbacks before descending into Lynn Canyon via boardwalks and stairs. Ends at the Lynn Canyon Suspension Bridge.

The Route

1. Deep Cove trailhead km 0.0

   cafes and shops for pre/post-hike

2. Quarry Rock viewpoint km 1.0

   Indian Arm panorama

3. Forest descent to Seymour River km 4.0

4. Seymour River bridge crossing km 5.5

   canyon views

5. Steep staircase ascent km 7.0

   most challenging section

6. Ridge trail through forest km 9.0

7. Descent into Lynn Canyon km 11.0

   boardwalks and stairs

8. Lynn Canyon Suspension Bridge km 12.0

   trail end

Along the Way

• Quarry Rock viewpoint — panoramic views of Deep Cove and Indian Arm (km 1)

• Dense coastal rainforest throughout

• Seymour River crossing with canyon views

• Steep staircase sections with impressive engineering

• Lynn Canyon Park with free suspension bridge at trail end

• Part of the famous 48 km Baden Powell Trail (Horseshoe Bay to Deep Cove)

Best Times to Visit

Insider Tips

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  Lynn Canyon Suspension Bridge is FREE — skip the $60 Capilano tourist trap

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  The 30 Foot Pool is tempting but has claimed lives — swim only in designated areas

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  Can be done as a point-to-point with transit at both ends

What to Bring

The Baden Powell Trail was built in 1971 as a centennial project by Boy Scouts and Girl Guides, spanning 48 km across the North Shore from Horseshoe Bay to Deep Cove. The Lynn Canyon section is the most popular and dramatic portion.

Source · dnv.org