Grouse Grind opens for the season this weekend
VANCOUVER — The iconic Grouse Grind Trail is set to reopen to eager hikers Saturday (Apr. 27) following the completion of annual maintenance, trail enhancements, and a trailhead upgrade project.
Enhancements this year include a redeveloped trailhead entrance, new seating, a water fountain, stretching bars, and enhanced accessibility for first responders. Officials have also replaced a bridge near the one-quarter mark. Environmental restoration efforts have also been completed along the trail.
“The changes to the Grouse Mountain Regional Park trailhead are transformative — not only is the area more welcoming and attractive, but it responds to the needs of hikers by providing space to warm up, fill water bottles, and navigate park maps,” remarked John McEwen, Vice Chair of Metro Vancouver’s Board of Directors and Chair of the Regional Parks Committee.
Funded by the Government of Canada and Province of BC, in collaboration with Metro Vancouver, the $3.5-million trail and site improvements project has been ongoing since 2021. The initiative aims to preserve forest ecosystems while enriching the visitor experience.