Grouse Mountain, North Vancouver: Hours, Address, Grouse Mountain Reviews: 4.5/5
Grouse Mountain
Grouse Mountain
4.5
9:00 AM - 8:00 PM
Monday
9:00 AM - 8:00 PM
Tuesday
9:00 AM - 8:00 PM
Wednesday
9:00 AM - 8:00 PM
Thursday
9:00 AM - 8:00 PM
Friday
9:00 AM - 8:00 PM
Saturday
9:00 AM - 8:00 PM
Sunday
9:00 AM - 8:00 PM
About
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. Grouse Mountain also features several different dining venues, from café style at Lupins to casual dining at Altitudes and fine dining as a guest at The Observatory. We also have a refuge for endangered wildlife.
Suggested duration
1-2 hours
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from $47.45
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Restaurants
40 within 3 miles
Rusty Rail BBQ
21
0 ft$$ - $$$ • Fast Food
The Observatory
392
0.9 mi$$$$ • American • Canadian • Vegetarian Friendly
Altitudes Bistro
226
0.9 mi$$ - $$$ • Bar • Contemporary • Canadian
CC's Chinese Restaurant
87
0.9 mi$$ - $$$ • Chinese • Asian • Taiwanese
Barrio Coffee
1
1.1 mi$ • Cafe
Frux Gelato
1
1.1 mi
Le Petit Cafe
34
2 mi$$ - $$$ • Cafe • Healthy • Canadian
Cliff House Restaurant and Bar
49
2 mi$$ - $$$ • Canadian • Vegetarian Friendly
Woon Lee Inn Restaurant
24
2 mi$$ - $$$ • Chinese • Asian • Vegetarian Friendly
Bridge House Cafe
35
2.1 miCafe • Vegetarian Friendly
Attractions
13 within 3 miles
Grouse Mountain Skyride
878
0 ftTrams
The Grouse Grind
866
0 ftHiking Trails
Eye of the Wind
45
455 ftObservation Decks & Towers
Cleveland Dam
278
0.9 miDams
Capilano Salmon Hatchery
348
1.1 miNature & Wildlife Areas • Forests
Baden-Powell Trail
52
0.7 miHiking Trails
Capilano Suspension Bridge Park
9,981
2.1 miBridges • Parks
Cleveland Park
6
0.9 miParks
Capilano River Regional Park
58
2.1 miParks
Big Cedar and Kennedy Falls Trail
7
3 miHiking Trails
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5,205 reviews
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Ingridtoombs
Oakville, Canada8 contributions
Ride to the top of Grouse mountain
We enjoyed our visit. We ate in the restaurant at the top. The food was reasonably priced and it was delicious. We really enjoyed seeing the bears and hearing their story. The ranger that was taking care of the bears was very knowledgeable and was willing to answer many questions.
Written September 19, 2021
This review is the subjective opinion of a Tripadvisor member and not of TripAdvisor LLC.
Dasha M
Vancouver, Canada107 contributions
Exciting
Aug 2021
Fantastic adventure for my grandchildren, unique.
We also enjoyed the Raptors show .
Seeking resident grizzlies up close is always thrilling
We also enjoyed the Raptors show .
Seeking resident grizzlies up close is always thrilling
Written September 12, 2021
This review is the subjective opinion of a Tripadvisor member and not of TripAdvisor LLC.
SuzanneCb
Vancouver, Canada74 contributions
Scary
Sep 2021 • Family
Everything was great until we got on the Peak Chair with our four year old. She just meets the height requirement of one metre but it is definitely NOT SAFE AT ALL for someone her size. We did not realize until after sitting that there are no safety belts at all on this thing for young kids. She could have very easily slipped through the gap under the bar and we were forced to spend the next twenty minutes TERRIFIED as we had to keep our eyes totally glued on her and making sure she did not wriggle at all and kept holding onto the bar. There was also a big gap behind her at her low back that she could have easily slipped through. You guys NEED to put safety belts for kids on this thing during the summer especially!! It was really shocking that no one warned us and the lift operator seemed totally oblivious as we sat down and did not check her height at all. This totally ruined our day. The chair’s elevation is very high and it often bounces and shakes. Obviously a disaster waiting to happen… we were lucky nothing happened!!
Written September 11, 2021
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Amelieetalex
2 contributions
Doesn’t worth 160$ for a family of 4
Visit really doesn’t worth 160$ CAN for a family of 4. Great to see the grizzlys (if you’re lucky enough to see them) but other than that, nothing that worth the price we’ve paid, especially knowing the max time you’ll spend on the mountain is 1-2 hrs.
Written September 1, 2021
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Scott M
13 contributions
Very Enjoyable
This would've easily received a five star review and I'll explain why it didn't. You get great value for your ticket. You can see a couple of Grizzly bears in their reserve. There's an entertaining lumberjack show. A chairlift to the peak and different trails to hike. Unfortunately, if you visit on a camp day, you might spend a lot more time in the hot sun waiting for the campers to be lowered to the base before you can get in the gondola. It was just bad timing on our part, but it was enough to leave a bad taste in our mouths after what was an enjoyable visit.
Written August 11, 2021
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Thank you Scott for taking the time to review us. We didn’t deliver the experience you expected and we would like the opportunity to discuss your visit with us. Please feel free to give us a call at 604 980 9311 to discuss your experience further.
Written August 13, 2021
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spud0018
Mississauga, Canada573 contributions
Glad we did this
Aug 2021
This is a pricey activity but well worth it. Enjoyed a beautiful day up on the mountain. A significant number of activities to keep us busy for the day - entertaining and educational. Beautiful views.
Written August 6, 2021
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Hi spud0018, thank you so much for your review! We are so glad that you enjoyed your visit to the mountain.
Written August 10, 2021
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Maps102147
3 contributions
Closures should be noted on website!
Very expensive for the Skyride - only to be made aware as we exited the Skyride at the top that the main restaurant we had planned to meet friends and have dinner together at was closed for an event!! VERY DISAPPOINTING!! This was not disclosed beforehand on the website nor when we purchased the tickets for the Skyride! We would have planned our visit very differently had we known.
Written July 29, 2021
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Dear Maps102147, Thank you for taking the time to review us. Clearly we did not meet your expectations and would love the opportunity to discuss this further. Can you please contact us at guestservices@grousemountain.com?
Written August 10, 2021
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grey haired wanderers
24 contributions
Fun time on the zips
Rode the zip line with daughter and her 2 teens yesterday. Great ride, wonderful views of Vancouver and area. 5 runs increased in length and time, height and wonder. A few of the climbs to towers caused deep breathing in this senior, but well worth it for the ride. Felt totally safe in the capable hands of Patrick and ? (sorry, forgot the second name). Would definately recommend
Written July 28, 2021
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Thank you greyhairedwanderers for the great review, sounds like you had a great time here and we look forward to hosting you again soon. We have passed along your positive comments to Patrick and his manager. I hope you have a fantastic week!
Written August 10, 2021
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Wendy Laforest
Langley, Canada761 contributions
Grouse grind and gondola ride!
Jul 2021 • Family
The grind was tough but well worth it! Met some lovely people on the way up and we encouraged each other. The trail is well marked and well kept. The gondola ride down was nice and the view is spectacular.
I probably won’t do the grind again but the gondola ride and something different would be great!
I probably won’t do the grind again but the gondola ride and something different would be great!
Written July 13, 2021
This review is the subjective opinion of a Tripadvisor member and not of TripAdvisor LLC.
Hi Wendy! Thank you so much for the wonderful review and congratulations on completing the hike! We hope to see you back at the mountain soon.
Written July 14, 2021
This response is the subjective opinion of the management representative and not of TripAdvisor LLC.
EvelynAnn27
North Vancouver, Canada94 contributions
Peak Chairlift Now Included in Admission
Jun 2021
My friend and I went up to Grouse today. There is a small amount of snow which creates small babbling streams that make it feel very peaceful. They put colourful chairs at lookout points. These are cool.
We walked up to the peak to challenge ourselves physically and the view was breathtaking. Fortunately the Peak Chairlift is free now, so we took it down and avoided the more scary descent.
The weather was phenomenal and we could see all of Vancouver Island. This is not usually the case.
The bears are out and entertaining. They look a little too warm in their thick fur.
After our hike we were hungry, so we ordered hot dogs. They came on a brioche bun, had grill marks (although they seemed to be made indoors) and were thick and beefy. For $7.34 each, I think this was reasonable.
We walked up to the peak to challenge ourselves physically and the view was breathtaking. Fortunately the Peak Chairlift is free now, so we took it down and avoided the more scary descent.
The weather was phenomenal and we could see all of Vancouver Island. This is not usually the case.
The bears are out and entertaining. They look a little too warm in their thick fur.
After our hike we were hungry, so we ordered hot dogs. They came on a brioche bun, had grill marks (although they seemed to be made indoors) and were thick and beefy. For $7.34 each, I think this was reasonable.
Written June 18, 2021
This review is the subjective opinion of a Tripadvisor member and not of TripAdvisor LLC.
Hi Evelyn! Thank you so much for your wonderful review! We are so glad that you enjoyed your day at the mountain.
Written July 14, 2021
This response is the subjective opinion of the management representative and not of TripAdvisor LLC.
Will Grouse M. be opended in November 2020?
Miriam A
Mexico City, Mexico1,169 contributions
Yes
dreamscape
Vancouver, Canada
I would like to pick your brain.What can I do?
That was my fault.So, I missed to buy a type of ticket.I would like
to go skiing.but,I bought "Admission & Activities ticket" Then,I know I can not to use this ticket for skiing.
What should I do?
Jacki C
North Vancouver, Canada
Hi - we would be happy to exchange your unused ticket and apply it towards a snow lift ticket.
Nurse504
New Orleans, LA440 contributions
Hi All
I’m considering the Breakfast with the Bears for my family and I next May before our Disney cruise. I see the times listed are 0830–1030. What time can one reasonably guess it takes to complete the breakfast and spend time at this park? Should this be a whole day adventure or can it be done in a few hours before our embarkation?
R1chardN
Surbiton, UK545 contributions
We did not have the breakfast and so it is difficult to be specific for you. I think the time you spend will depend on what you want to do and how much time you have.
The are some shows that are 'must dos' - for example the lumberjack show and the birds of prey. I was a bit disappointed with the bears as it was really just like seeing them in a zoo.
Do not underestimate the time it takes to get up and down. The queues build quickly.
If it were me I would take the day unless you have something else that you specifically want to do. I would take your own lunch - food is expensive and average.
MiriamBailey
Perth, Australia71 contributions
Hi,We are coming from Australia and have 1 week in Vancouver, we are thinking of the NYE family celebration at Grouse Mountain - we will have a 5yo and a 9yo. I'm a little concerned about all the posts I've read about overcrowding and just standing around waiting in line. Would you recommend the NYE celebration for families or is it just a whole bunch of waiting in line?
Jacki C
North Vancouver, Canada
Hi Miriam,
from 7pm onwards the only people on top of the mountain will be New Years Eve ticket holders. Its an awesome event up here on the mountain so i do highly encourage it. We do cap the tickets at a certain amount of people. I will let you know that there will be a line coming down as everyone will be exiting the mountain at the same time.
phooifun
Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia113 contributions
Hi, if I would to visit Grouse mountain in the beginning of October, what are activities available? Is the free shuttle bus still available? Thanks
Brownfish35
Surrey, Canada22 contributions
The free shuttle only runs in the summer until September. You can get there by regular transit. Also make sure it's a sunny day when you go up otherwise you will have no view. The activities should all be open still. (Not included in your lift ticket price) They do have a disc golf course up there that is fee to play if you bring your own discs. It's always chillier when up the mountain so bring a sweater or light jacket.
salik19
Singapore, Singapore23 contributions
Hi all, I am looking at the paragliding activity. Understand that I will be landing in Cleveland Park, but can I get back to the Mountain using the same Mountain Admission Ticket (is there a usage limit?) and what is the best way for me to get back there? Am thinking of going for the morning flight but if I will need to journey back myself to the mountain, thought of going for the afternoon flight instead...
Jacki C
North Vancouver, Canada
Hey there! If you have a paragliding flight in the morning but you want to head back up to spend the rest of the day at the top of Grouse, there will be a small shuttle that meets you in Cleveland Park where you land that will collect all the equipment and take you and the pilot back up to the Skyride. You will not need another mountain admission ticket to regain access as long as you stick with the pilot! Hope this has answered your question!
curtlinc21
Canberra, Australia7 contributions
Is the free shuttle available early october?
sjhHove
Hove559 contributions
Not sure but it should be for as long as the cruise boats come in. Check on the Grouse Mountain website.
Gil W
Sarasota, FL72 contributions
Can we go up to the Mountain & see the Grizzlies & Bird shows, and then get back to Canada Place by around 2 PM to get on a cruise in July? If we miss a Shuttle, can we taxi? What is taxi cost?
joannehurley
London, UK852 contributions
Its easy from the ship to get a taxi to Grouse mountain I would say 20 minutes each way and you can do the whole trip in 3 hours maximum
