North Shore · Very hard · one-way up

bcmc trail (grouse mountain)

A very demanding one-way route to a big view, mostly through forest. Long and demanding, with about 750 m of climbing. Start early, and go only with experience.

Very hard · 2.9 km one-way up · +750 m climb · 1.5–2.5 hours · Dogs: check local rules

Verified on October 24, 2026 against the official park page: distance, gain. Other figures are approximate. · Sources · Cite this page

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VERY HARD
Difficulty 4 of 4
JFMAMJJASONDJUN–OCTSEASON
Late spring to fall (seasonal opening)

quick facts

Distance
2.9 km
Elevation gain
750 m
Typical time
1.5–2.5 hours
Route
one-way up
Dogs
Check local rules
Drive from downtown
~20 min
Trail ticket

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bcmc trail (grouse mountain)

North Shore · ~20 min from downtown · reachable by transit

Trailhead
Base of Grouse Mountain, 6400 Nancy Greene Way
Difficulty
Very hard
Hiking time
1.5–2.5 hours
Suggested start
Any daylight hour
Distance
2.9 km
Climb
+750 m
Season
Late spring to fall

Figures approximate. The suggested start helps you finish in daylight. Check Metro Vancouver Regional Parks (Grouse Mountain Regional Park) before you go.

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elevation profile schematic

+750 m0 km2.9 km

Schematic: an illustrative shape drawn from total distance and gain, not a GPS trace. Real ups and downs will differ.

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trail facts

RegionNorth Shore
DifficultyVery hard
SeasonLate spring to fall (seasonal opening)
TrailheadBase of Grouse Mountain, 6400 Nancy Greene Way
Parking & transitTransit reaches the trailhead or close to it (check TransLink).
Permits & passesNone for the trail. Downhill hiking is discouraged; the gondola down is a paid ticket. Pay parking at the base.
DogsCheck local rules
Kid-friendlyBetter for older, fit kids or adults
HighlightsViews, Forest
CrowdsModerate
Managed byMetro Vancouver Regional Parks (Grouse Mountain Regional Park)

safety notes

Steep, rooty and quieter than the Grouse Grind, with fewer people to help. Snow lingers near the top in spring. Check Metro Vancouver for trail status.

Numbers are approximate. Check Metro Vancouver Regional Parks (Grouse Mountain Regional Park) for closures and the AdventureSmart trip plan and Ten Essentials before you go. Tell someone your plan.

questions

How long is BCMC Trail (Grouse Mountain)?

About 2.9 km (one-way up) with roughly 750 m of elevation gain. Most people take 1.5–2.5 hours. Figures are approximate; check Metro Vancouver Regional Parks (Grouse Mountain Regional Park) before you go.

Are dogs allowed on BCMC Trail (Grouse Mountain)?

Rules vary or change here. Check the land manager before bringing a dog.

Do I need a pass or permit for BCMC Trail (Grouse Mountain)?

None for the trail. Downhill hiking is discouraged; the gondola down is a paid ticket. Pay parking at the base.

Can I get to BCMC Trail (Grouse Mountain) by transit?

Yes, transit reaches this trailhead or very close to it. Check TransLink for current routes.

sources

See also: Hikes you can reach by transit · Hikes with the best views · Hikes for June · Hikes for July · Hikes for August · Hikes for September · Hikes for October · North Shore hikes · Hikes you can reach by transit · Guides

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Hike Vancouver. "BCMC Trail (Grouse Mountain)." Updated October 24, 2026. https://hikevancouver.ca/trails/grouse-bcmc/

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