Grouse Grind soon closing for several weeks for essential maintenance
Better hurry and lace up your shoes and boots, because the Grouse Grind will be closed for several weeks after Thanksgiving.
According to the Metro Vancouver Regional District, the 2.5-km trail located in Grouse Mountain Regional Park is shutting down for annual trail maintenance starting on Tuesday, Oct. 13.
The reopening of the Grouse Grind is contingent upon the weather, but the district hopes to reopen in mid-November.
Metro Vancouver
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“Every fall, crews head into the steep terrain to repair and replace steps, stairs, and retaining walls after another busy season on one of Metro Vancouver’s most popular trails,” the district said in a social media post.
“The Grouse Grind welcomes approximately 250,000 visitors each year, making this annual maintenance essential to keeping the trail safe and resilient.”
The iconic trail is known to be one of the region’s more popular outdoor destinations. The path starts at 300 metres of elevation and reaches 1,090 metres throughout its duration.
Those planning on visiting the Grouse Grind should come prepared with proper footwear and clothing, as well as water, snacks, and a cellphone.
Grouse Grind is also a popular visiting spot for Vancouver Canucks, including legends like Henrik Sedin, Daniel Sedin, and Trevor Linden.
Metro Vancouver
“Even during a four-week closure, crews can rebuild or replace only about 70 metres of trail because of the steep terrain and challenging conditions,” added Metro Vancouver online.
“Please stay off the trail during the closure for your safety and to help crews complete their work.”
There will still be another route available during the closure that is similar in difficulty to the Grind: the BCMC Route and the Baden-Powell Trail will remain open.
The BCMC Route is similar to the Grouse Grind Trail in length and elevation, and ends in the same location.
For anyone choosing to hike the BCMC Route, it’s strongly recommended they wear hiking shoes with good ankle support, carry lots of water and a snack, and bring an extra layer of clothing for warmth.
With files from Amir Ali