Living on the Edge
If you’re the adventurous type who thinks that sticking bolts on the side of a mountain to put a walkway and enjoy the wonders of nature while thrillingly defying certain death among the rocks below is a good idea, then you might enjoy the Capilano park Cliffwalk.
There have been many points when I have questioned my life choices, and this was one of them.
From a distance, the engineering holding the walkway looked robust to my untrained eye, and the mechanics also looked elegant from a design perspective. I decided to put trust in the craftmanship of my fellow countrymen and throw caution to the wind.
As I descended the Dantean stairs, I realized I couldn't turn back now. Not because I didn't want to but because there were some classy ladies right behind me in the tight stairs, and I wasn’t about to let them see me sweat, even if it meant falling off a canyon. Feminine approval is everything 💪
So down I went...
and then sideways along the mountainside.
From the walkway, one can see the Capilano river below. It’s actually an impressive (and dangerous) river when it fills up and squeezes through the canyon during torrential storms, snow melts, or when dam waters are released.
The tops of the trees are visible too, and it’s like entering a strange world that we rarely get to experience.
This wasn't just a walk in the park, this was a living science lesson that spanned geological time.
Some primitive superstitious sabertoothed part of me kept wondering about plan Bs should some unexpected event occur whilst I was traipsing across the platform. What could I hold on to? What would happen if I fell on top of a tree? Or clung to a rock?
Did I mention we live in a seismic zone? More doubt creeped in my mind. Was this worth the headline?
Local man falls off cliff in freak accident after an eagle drops a fish on his head.
The planning that must’ve gone into making this walkway must've been extraordinary. Safety must've been first and foremost in its execution.
Beyond the engineering and the visual wonders, this place tells a story as one traverses the platform, and the environment unfolds like a fantasy book with tales of ancient earth.
Thank you for coming along.
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It seems that the presence of those women gave you the courage to make the journey, but I wonder what would have happened if those women hadn't been there. The truth is that it gives me the chills to walk along that walkway, but I think the proximity of the trees would help me not to see the precipice.
The engineering and design behind it all is impressive, as you mentioned, prioritizing the safety of those who decide to walk there. I'm telling you, don't wait for me. 😆 Joking aside, it's exciting and a pure adrenaline rush. Well done! Hugs!
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This is a thrilling experience because of the danger. I was glad there were others there, but then I started wondering about how much weight it could hold. 😆 One has to trust the safety standards because every step feels like it could be the last. There is also a long walkway that sticks out further from the mountain with a glassy floor. This made me even more nervous. 😬 But the views were unreal and beautiful.
All for the views!😆
Your mix of humor, fear, and respect for the engineering behind the Cliffwalk made this super fun to read. It’s wild how something that looks so simple from afar is actually a masterpiece of planning and safety. Felt like I was walking there with you—minus the panic and classy ladies behind me 😄 Thanks for the adventure!
Thank you. I was very curious about the design and engineering that went into making this unusual walkway along the cliff. I noticed that it looked sturdy but also very neat and tidy aesthetically. It was a bit hair-raising crossing it, but it was definitely a fun adventure with unique views.