Grouse Grind
About Grouse Grind
Popular hiking trail in Vancouver that is known for how challenging it is!
It is free of cost to hike up but you are required to take the gondola down (safety reasons!) which is 5.00 CAD.
It is a series of wooden steps engraved into the side of Grouse Moutain that doesn't really have a view going up because it is mainly for exercise. Once at the top though, the view is stunning.
It is recommended that the beginner budget at least 90 minutes to complete the hike.
The world record is under 25 minutes and there is an annual competition for fastest times and Grouse Grind enthusiasts can buy a yearly membership that includes a time chip to records their speeds.
It is free of cost to hike up but you are required to take the gondola down (safety reasons!) which is 5.00 CAD.
It is a series of wooden steps engraved into the side of Grouse Moutain that doesn't really have a view going up because it is mainly for exercise. Once at the top though, the view is stunning.
It is recommended that the beginner budget at least 90 minutes to complete the hike.
The world record is under 25 minutes and there is an annual competition for fastest times and Grouse Grind enthusiasts can buy a yearly membership that includes a time chip to records their speeds.
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Oct 19, 2008
I want to give this 3.5 stars...but there are no half stars.
I hike for enjoyment and for scenery. At the top, the view is gorgeous, but until you get there it is really just trees, stairs and pain.
Do it if you want a really good workout. But there are better hikes in the area that have great scenery along the way and where the incline is spread out further distances!
There are marker points that say 1/4, 1/2, 3/4 of the way.
Be warned, the 1/4 mark is the longest! After that, they do appear quicker =)
Once you complete it though, you feel awesome. And you can compare times with your friends.
I hike for enjoyment and for scenery. At the top, the view is gorgeous, but until you get there it is really just trees, stairs and pain.
Do it if you want a really good workout. But there are better hikes in the area that have great scenery along the way and where the incline is spread out further distances!
There are marker points that say 1/4, 1/2, 3/4 of the way.
Be warned, the 1/4 mark is the longest! After that, they do appear quicker =)
Once you complete it though, you feel awesome. And you can compare times with your friends.
Jul 10, 2008
This thing is a total slog up the mountain, but fun to see how fit you are! It's a relentless trail of switchbacks all the way up the hill, but whatever celebratory meal you have after is worth the effort! The record is a bit under 30 minutes, though most people will take about 1 to 1.5 hours.
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