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View from Grouse in the Summer

Vancouver's Grouse Mountain

Grouse Mountain is the easiest ski hill to reach in Vancouver and offers a variety of activities throughout the year, from skiing and ziplining to live shows and entertainment. 

The ski season usually begins in late November or early December and lasts until around April. While winter sports are a major draw, the resort remains open year-round for other activities, with occasional short closures for maintenance. 

While Grouse Mountain is a ski resort in the winter, it is also one of Metro Vancouver’s most popular attractions all year long. Visitors can enjoy a wide range of outdoor activities in every season, making it a great destination beyond just skiing.

 

Vancouver Night View from Grouse

 

Where is Grouse Mountain?

Grouse Mountain is situated at 6400 Nancy Greene Way, at the top of Capilano Road in North Vancouver. It is about a 30-minute drive from many areas in Vancouver and only 15 minutes from most parts of the North Shore.

 

Summer, Spring, and Fall Activities

In the warmer months, Grouse Mountain is just as lively as in the winter. Popular activities include ziplining, hiking trails, and visiting the Eye of the Wind observation deck when it’s open. Year-round attractions include chairlift rides, a movie theatre and dining options.

Summertime also brings live entertainment, including the popular Lumberjack Show and Birds in Motion presentations. For ziplining and ropes courses are options—even for beginners!

Recent additions to the mountain are the Grouse Bike Park and the Grouse Gravity Coaster. The bike park features over 20 forested trails of varying difficulties, and is the only chairlift-accessed mountain bike park on the North Shore. The coaster is next to The Cut and takes riders on a thrilling ride down the mountain in a single-person cart, before being brought back up to the starting point.

 

Grouse Skyride

 

Winter Activities at Grouse Mountain

As one of the three main ski resorts on Vancouver’s North Shore, Grouse Mountain features over two dozen runs and four chairlifts, with some of the best terrain parks in the region. It offers excellent skiing, snowboarding, and snowshoeing, along with stunning views of Vancouver—especially at night.

Unlike other ski hills where driving in winter conditions is necessary, Grouse Mountain is accessible via public transit. Visitors park at the base and take the Skyride or Blue Grouse gondolas up to the resort, making it a convenient option for those looking to avoid winter driving conditions.

👉 For more details, check out our articles about the Grouse Mountain Ski Hill and Grouse Winter Activities.

 

Helpful Tips for Visiting Grouse Mountain

  • Getting Up the Mountain: Besides hiking the Grouse Grind, the gondolas are the only way up. However, they may not be ideal for those with a fear of heights or enclosed spaces.
  • Best Views on the Skyride: Try to secure a spot near the front of the line so you can stand by the windows facing the city for the best views.
  • Annual Passes: If you plan to visit multiple times (not just for skiing), an annual pass may be worth considering.
  • Y2Play Pass: This special season pass, available for a limited time from late February, offers skiing for the remainder of the current season and the entire next season at a lower price than a full-season pass.
  • Summer Visit Tip: Arrive early in the day to catch the Lumberjack and Birds in Motion shows.

 

Learn More

For more information about Grouse, see the official Grouse Mountain website.

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