A Journey Through Nature and Spirit
From the summit of the Malahat SkyWalk, the world expands in every direction — an endless panorama of ocean, islands, and mountain peaks that stirs both awe and exhilaration. It is a place where perspective shifts, where the sweep of coastal British Columbia reminds visitors of the beauty and vastness that define this land. The experience is at once grounding and transcendent, blending the thrill of height with the serenity of nature.
The journey begins along Luke’s Lane, an 800-metre gravel path that meanders through a coastal rainforest rich with Arbutus and Douglas Fir. Here, the air feels charged with stillness and possibility. Visitors are invited to wander slowly, pausing to take in driftwood sculptures by Vancouver Island artist Tanya Bub, whose creatures appear to have stepped out of myth and into the moss.
The TreeWalk extends the wonder, lifting guests twenty metres above the forest floor on a winding elevated boardwalk. The canopy unfolds around you, the light shifting in ribbons through the branches. From this vantage, the forest reveals its many layers — lichen trembling in the breeze, ferns unfurling below, and the faint scent of cedar carried on the air. It is an immersive, almost meditative experience that blurs the line between human and habitat.
At the heart of it all stands the Spiral Tower, an architectural marvel designed by Whistler-based architect Brent Murdoch. Built from glue-laminated Douglas Fir sourced just six kilometres away and secured with steel rods by engineering firm Aspect, the tower feels as though it grew directly from the land — strong, graceful, and deeply rooted. Its elegant spiral rises ten storeys high, offering an effortless ascent that culminates in one of the most breathtaking panoramic views on Vancouver Island. From the top platform, the world unfolds in every direction: the shimmer of Finlayson Arm, the distant peaks of Mt. Baker, the Saanich Peninsula, and the scattered islands of two nations.
For those seeking an even greater thrill, the Adventure Net at the summit offers a vertigo-inducing view straight through the centre of the tower — a daring invitation to literally walk above the forest. Whether you choose to slide down the legendary 20-metre Spiral Slide or linger in quiet awe, the Malahat SkyWalk reminds every visitor that some perspectives can only be gained by rising above.
Located on the traditional lands of the Malahat Nation, this extraordinary destination stands as both a celebration of place and a reflection of the enduring connection between people and the natural world that sustains them.