From Downtown Vancouver, ride the SeaBus to Lonsdale Quay, then take the #236 bus to Grouse Mountain (about a 25-minute ride). Coming from Phibbs Exchange, take bus #232. For more transit information, visit translink.ca or call 604.953. 3333.
How do you get to Grouse Grind without a car?
Alternative transportation is available via public transit. Ride the Seabus from Waterfront Station, located adjacent to Canada Place, to the Lonsdale Quay and connect with Bus #236 directly to Grouse Mountain.
Is Grouse Mountain worth visiting?
Just 15 minutes from downtown Vancouver, Grouse Mountain attracts locals and tourists alike. During the summer, guests enjoy hiking, Zip Line Adventures, paragliding, sightseeing, lumberjack shows and more. In winter, we have skiing, snowboarding, snowshoeing, sleigh rides among many other activities.
How much time do you need in Grouse Mountain?
2,830. How long does the climb take? This answer varies depending on your fitness, personal motivation and how busy the trail is. Two to 2.5 hours is the average for those with a good level of fitness.
Is there a road to Grouse Mountain?
The Grouse Mountain Highway is a gravel service road which travels from the base of Mount Fromme to the Peak Chalet on Grouse Mountain. Although gated and only accessible to service vehicles, this road is also open for bicycles and foot traffic.
Do you need to be vaccinated to go to Grouse Mountain?
Guests and staff must be fully vaccinated against COVID-19 to access the Resort. Grouse Mountain is requiring all guests to be fully vaccinated against COVID-19 for the 2021/22 winter season.
Can a beginner do the Grouse Grind?
The Grouse Grind can be very challenging, especially for unseasoned hikers. If you bike, play sports, go to the gym, or do any sort of physical activity, you’ll likely be more than fine. For those that are still a little worried, however, it wouldn’t hurt to try an easier hike first.
How do I spend a day at Grouse Mountain?
Enjoy year-round access to the Skyride, plus a host of mountaintop activities and attractions.
- Skiing & Snowboarding. Ski/Board Tickets & Passes. Lessons & Rentals. Terrain Parks.
- Other Mountaintop Activities. Skating Pond. Light Walk. Snowshoeing. Sliding Zone.
- The Peak of Christmas.
- The Grouse Grind®
- Dining.
- Shopping & Retail.
Are there grizzly bears on Grouse Mountain?
Grouse Mountain is home to orphaned Grizzly bears, owls, and more. Learn more interesting facts about our resident Grizzly bears Grinder and Coola here.
How long is the gondola ride at Grouse?
Soaring to an altitude of 4,100 feet above sea level, our Scenic Chairlift will transport you to the apex of Grouse Mountain in a ride time of fourteen minutes.
Why is Grouse Mountain closed?
Our scheduled annual closure allows our team to prepare for the coming winter season and work on a number of projects around the mountain. Part of our annual winter preparations includes maintenance on the Skyride.
Can you drive to top of Grouse Mountain?
Grouse hands down.. also, you don’t drive up Grouse (also you don’t drive up the mountains at Whistler). You drive to the base of Grouse & ride a gondola to the top where, if you are going skiing, you ride a chairlift even higher up. Grouse is convenient & a very nice mountain.
What can you do in Grouse Mountain if you are not skiing?
Activities include Skyride tram rides, hiking, chairlift trips, the Grouse Grind, Lumberjack shows, Birds in Motion demonstrations and mountain disc golf. There is also a grizzly bear habitat area, fine dining, free movies, a ropes course, the Eye of the Wind turbine views and Ziplining Adventures.
Is Grouse Mountain Open 2022?
Grouse Mountain Opening Limited Terrain for Skiing and Riding. November 17, 2022 – Grouse Mountain to open for the 2022/23 winter season on November 18th. Grouse Mountain is pleased to announce that the Resort will open for the 2022/23 winter season with limited terrain on Friday, November 18th at 1pm.
Can you drive to Grouse Mountain without winter tires?
Getting to Grouse by Car
Rarely ever do you need winter tires to get there, which isn’t the case for all the other mountains.
Which is better Grouse Mountain or Cypress mountain?
Seymour and Grouse are both pretty small, while Cypress is a fair bit bigger in both vert and area. Seymour has a reputation for being the friendliest, most ‘local’ of the three, and definitely makes the most effort with its parks; if you’re a park monkey, Seymour’s the hill for you.
What do you wear to Grouse Mountain in the winter?
Dress for Snow
Snow gear is ideal for students on winter field trips, but rain gear paired with warm layers is a great alternative. Wildlife education programs at Grouse Mountain take place in the natural beautiful environment at the top of the Mountain.
Can you travel without getting vaccinated?
Air Travel: All non-U.S. citizen, non-U.S. immigrants traveling to the United States by air are required to show proof of being fully vaccinated against COVID-19. Only limited exceptions apply. Learn more about this requirement and accepted vaccines.
What are the rules for travel if you are not vaccinated?
If you have not been fully vaccinated, you should continue to follow the entry requirements of the country you are travelling to, such as proof of a negative COVID-19 test on arrival. You should carefully research the requirements of your destination country before travelling.
How much does the Grouse grind cost?
Grouse Grind Cost
To climb Grouse Mountain is free. You are not allowed to hike down the Grind, to come down with Skyride costs $15 including the shuttle ride back to Canada Place in downtown Vancouver. The only free option down is to hike down the BCMC trail.
How many floors of stairs is the Grouse Grind?
The trail is only 2.9km long, but it’s made up of 2,830 stairs that go almost vertically up the side of Grouse Mountain, with an elevation gain of 2,800 feet. To give you an idea of what that looks like, according to my health app, it’s the equivalent of 236 floors.