Ski Grouse Mountain and you're less than 20 minutes from downtown Vancouver. Read our guides for skiing & snowboarding in Canada and book yourself a fantastic winter wonderland with powder and big snow.
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For sheer convenience, ski Grouse Mountain as one of th emost accessible ski resorts in Canada. Just 15 minutes from downtown Vancouver, your ski holiday begins with a 1.6 km aerial journey on the Skyride, the largest tram system in North America. On the mountain you'll find 25 slopes and 3 snow parks to keep skiers and boarders busy. Transfer is, needless to say, simple and stress free.
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On the slopes
Ski Grouse Mountain and find yourself in Vancouver's premier four-season destination - indeed, it is the most visited attraction in the city. The 25 slopes are divided between beginner, 40%, intermediate, 40%, and advanced, 20%. The highest lift rises to 1250m, offering stunning views of the Lower Mainland. And with 3 snow parks, boarders will find plenty to keep them happy. Snow is excellent thanks to it's location - despite lower pistes than some other resorts.
Off the slopes
As Grouse Mountain is located just 15 minutes from Vancouver's downtown, you can stay in the city and enjoy all the amenities of the city - that means a great selection of places to stay, and big city night life. There's also a great range of activities when you fancy a break from skiing.
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Tourist Office
Worldwide cover from £60.48
or Single trip Europe cover from £22.98 - get covered before you arrive!
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