Grouse Mountain
is one of three ski and alpine resorts on Vancouver's North Shore.
Open 12 months a year, visitors can enjoy a scenic cable car ride to the top
of the mountain. Fabulous panoramic views of Vancouver can be enjoyed
from the mountain top. Dining facilities are also available.
Grouse Mountain is 1,250 m (4,100 feet) above sea level. A series
of trails are available at the mountain top. Many Vancouverites enjoy
the "Grouse Grind" trail that is about 2.9 km (1.8 miles) long and entails a
vertical climb of about 853 metres (2,800 feet). The average
completion time is about 1.5 hours. Novice climbers should plan for a
2 hour hike and a cable car ride down the hill.
Grouse Mountain is an easy 15 minute drive from downtown Vancouver,
located in the city of North Vancouver. The public transit system
offers regular service to the base of Grouse Mountain every half hour. Catch
Bus 232 from Phibbs Exchange or Bus 236 from Lonsdale Quay.
