Grouse
Mountain
6400 Nancy Greene Way
North Vancouver, BC
Phone: 604-984-0661
info@grousemountain.com
http://www.grousemountain.com
Location:
Grouse Mountain is an easy 15 minute drive from downtown Vancouver,
located in the city of North Vancouver.
Directions: Follow Georgia Street through Stanley Park and across
the Lion's Gate Bridge. Take the North Vancouver exit to Marine
Drive, then left up Capilano Road for 5 km (3.1 miles).
Or, from the Ironworkers' Memorial Second Narrows Bridge, follow
Highway #1 westbound to Capilano Road Exit North.
Age Group:
Babies: Not appropriate, but fine if they tag along with other
kids.
Toddlers: Great for running around and looking at what is around
them!
Older children: They will enjoy the outdoors, shows, sky ride
and winter activities!
Hours of Operation:
Sky
ride
The Skyride departs every 15 minutes from 9 am to 10 pm, 7 days
a week.
Lumberjack Show
This 45-minute show runs daily at
12:00 pm, 2:30 pm and 4:30 pm, from May through mid-October
Birds in Motion
Flying Demonstrations are offered three times daily at 1:30pm,
3:30pm and 5:30pm from May to September.
Theatre in the Sky
Shows run daily, every hour on the hour from 10am to 9pm
Cost:
(Currently)
See website for other prices other than general membership fees
Your Grouse Mountain Admission is your ticket to a multitude of
activities and entertainment happening every day at the Peak of
Vancouver.
General Admission Membership
Adult (19-64 years) $32.95 $89.95
Seniors (65+ years) $30.95 $69.95
Youth (13-18 years) $18.95 $49.95
Child (5-12 years) $11.95 $29.95
Tots (4 and under) free $24.95
Couple (2 adults) N/A $169.95
Family (2 adults/2 children) N/A $189.95
*All prices in Canadian dollars and subject to applicable taxes.
*Admission Includes:
Complimentary access to the Theatre in the Sky, snowshoeing, ice
skating, The Peak of Christmas and sleigh rides in the winter.
In the summer, visit the Refuge for Endangered Wildlife, take
advantage of complimentary scenic chair rides, Grouse Mountain's
World Famous Lumberjack Show, Birds in Motion demonstrations and
much more.
What
is there to Do and See?
Healthy living is a
way of life at Grouse Mountain. Enjoy the fresh mountain air any
time of year with hiking and trail running, eco-walks, skiing
and snowboarding, snowshoeing and Vancouver's only outdoor mountaintop
ice skating. The opportunities for outdoor fun are endless.
Skiing & Snowboarding, Sno-Limo, Terrain Parks, Snowshoeing,
Ice Skating, Eco-walks, Hiking & Trailrunning and Tandem Paragliding.
Also they have shopping, café and fine dining available
on the mountain.
Sky ride
To get to the top of Grouse Mountain you board a sky ride! Step
onboard the famous Grouse Mountain Skyride, and get ready to experience
a one-mile journey like no other.
You are well above towering Douglas fir, breathtaking views of
the city of Vancouver, sparkling Pacific Ocean, Gulf Islands,
and snowy peaks unfold as you journey up the mountainside. North
America's largest aerial tramway is your gateway to the majestic
nature of the Peak of Vancouver, and an experience in itself.
ENTERTAINMENT
Grouse Mountain has a host of entertaining shows to make your
BC experience even more memorable. Enjoy live music from breathtaking
vantage points, watch Born to Fly in the Theatre in the Sky and
be dazzled by the skill and showmanship of world-class lumberjacks.
Presented
at the Theatre in the Sky, Grouse Mountain's
high-definition cinema experience, "Born to Fly" takes
you up close on a dramatic journey through the scenic beauty of
BC. This stunning documentary reveals the highest peaks of BC's
mountains, the sparkle of ocean whitecaps and the lushness of
rainforest, all from an eagle's perspective.
You will also uncover the story of Grouse Mountain's intriguing
history - as a destination for hikers and nature lovers for over
100 years.
Shows run daily, every hour on the hour from 10am to 9pm and are
complimentary with your Grouse Mountain Admission. It's a flight
you won't soon forget, so be sure to stop in.
World Famous Lumberjack Show.
How fast can you climb a 60-foot tree? Perhaps not quite as fast
as the two world-class lumberjacks in Grouse Mountain's World
Famous Lumberjack Show.
Recreating the historic world of a logging camp, two lumberjacks
will dazzle and amaze you with their skills, tricks and showmanship.
Among the challenges are a 60-foot tree climb, an axe-throwing
competition, and the always exhilarating log-rolling.
This 45-minute show runs daily at 12:00 pm, 2:30 pm and 4:30 pm,
from May through mid-October, and is complimentary with your Grouse
Mountain Admission.
Birds in Motion
Now Grouse Mountain Resorts Ltd., in cooperation with Pacific
Northwest Raptors, invites you to witness some of nature's finest
athletes demonstrate what they do best - "free flight".
Located atop Grouse Mountain, nestled amongst natural forest habitats
of the spectacular BC Coast Mountain Range, the "Birds in
Motion" amphitheatre affords you a chance to sit back and
relax, while you enjoy these amazing birds against one of the
world's most dazzling scenic backdrops.
"Birds
in Motion" is an educational and enjoyable experience for
birdwatchers, naturalists, raptor enthusiasts, and visitors alike.
Flying Demonstrations are offered three times daily at 1:30pm,
3:30pm and 5:30pm from May to September.
The Peak of Christmas
During the month of December, the spirit of Christmas comes alive
with a magical celebration and a multitude of festivities on top
of Grouse Mountain.
Bring your family to Santa's Workshop and meet reindeer, or take
a sleigh ride* through our mystical alpine forest. You can also
experience the tranquil beauty of skating on our 8,000 square
foot mountaintop Ice Skating Pond, surrounded by snow-topped trees.
Learn more about Santa's reindeer at our daily ranger interpretive
talks or have a digital photo taken with Santa to keep a memento
of your Peak of Christmas visit!
Visit the Theatre in the Sky to enjoy classic Christmas movies
on our large high-definition screen. Or listen to joyful Christmas
carols sung by the enchanting voices of Vancouver choirs.
These fabulous Peak of Christmas activities are all complimentary
with your Grouse Mountain Admission, Annual Membership, Winter
Pass, or Lift Ticket.
*The sleigh ride requires adequate snow coverage over all areas
of the plateau in order to operate. Please check our Mountain
Report before your visit to confirm its availability during your
visit.
Tips:
1. Dress appropriately for the weather
2. Bring picnic lunch if you would like or eat at the top.
3. Look into events, programs and times before you go.
4. Bring your camera!
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