Malakwa Suspension Bridge
An impressive and fun landmark to see in the Shuswap community of Malakwa!
This unique and historic suspension bridge spans over the beloved Eagle River. The wooden 1915 bridge was crafted by the local farmers to connect the community with the fields and pastures on the other side of the river.
Visitors can enjoy the experience of a past time, taking in the mountainous views, delighting in the river below, while adding a little spring to their step! A journey over the bridge is as fun, with a little bounce, as it is scenic and beautiful!
The wooden 1915 bridge was crafted by the local farmers to connect the community with the fields and pastures on the other side of the river.
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The wooden suspension bridge over the Eagle River
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The beautiful Eagle River runs from Eagle Pass, high in the Monashee Mountains, west through Malakwa, down to Sicamous, and into Shuswap Lake. The river is an important spawning habitat for Sockeye, Coho, and Chinook salmon.
The beautiful Eagle River runs from Eagle Pass, high in the Monashee Mountains, west through Malakwa, down to Sicamous, and into Shuswap Lake. Here you can see the outlet of the Eagle River winding its way into Shuswap lake.
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The Eagle River is a great swimming river!
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Adventurers can enjoy the crossing and spend the afternoon walking or jogging alongside the river around the 4.5 km road route, enjoying the views of the gorgeous snow-capped mountains in the distance! Looking North, the peak of Queest Mountain can be seen, a great contrast to the picturesque wild-flower-lined rural road.
The Queest Mountains are part of the Shuswap Range, which in turn, is part of the spectacular Monashee Mountains. These peaks and ridges are accessible to backcountry enthusiasts and offer a large range of recreational activities, including hiking, backcountry skiing, and snowmobiling!
The Queest Mountains are part of the Shuswap Range, which in turn, is part of the spectacular Monashee Mountains.
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It is beautiful in all seasons!
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Malakwa Suspension Bridge Walking Loop:
The Malakwa Suspension Bridge and rural walking loop is a stroller-friendly route, the whole family can enjoy it! It is amazing to see in all seasons!
Distance: 4.5 km (round trip)
Difficulty: Easy
Duration: 0.25 - 1 hr (road loop)
Directions: Travel 17 km east of Sicamous on Hwy 1 and turn left/north onto Malakwa Rd just past the Malakwa Café. Follow this road for approx 1.5 km until it meets the railroad tracks. Turn left on Summerville Husted Rd and cross the tracks. Continue straight ahead on the Malakwa Suspension Bridge Rd for approx. 100m to the end where there is a sign and a small parking area.
The Malakwa Suspension Bridge and rural walking loop is a stroller-friendly route, the whole family can enjoy it!
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Columbia Shuswap Regional District map online of the walking loop. Find it here: CSRD
