Metro Vancouver lists the Grouse Grind Trail in Grouse Mountain Regional Park as closed October 13 to November 10, 2026, seven days a week, for annual maintenance and trail upgrades. The BCMC Route remains open. Park hours from October 16 to November 10 are 7 a.m. to 4 p.m. Official Metro Vancouver park map included.
The Grouse Grind Trail is closed from October 13 to November 10 for annual maintenance and trail upgrades, and Metro Vancouver says the closure is in effect seven days a week while work is underway. There is no weekend opening.
Metro Vancouver's park alerts page says the BCMC Route remains open and offers a similar challenge, ending at the same destination as the Grouse Grind Trail. The official Grouse Mountain Regional Park map shows both routes climbing from the park entrance toward the Grouse Mountain Resort.
The detail most people will miss is the clock: the park closes at 4 p.m. until November 10, and Metro Vancouver lists the BCMC climb at 2 hours or more plus about 2 hours to walk back down it, so anyone hiking both ways should start well before noon.
What to know
Closed: Grouse Grind Trail, Grouse Mountain Regional Park, North Vancouver.
When: October 13 to November 10, seven days a week.
Why: Annual maintenance and trail upgrades.
Still open: The BCMC Route. Metro Vancouver lists it at 2.9 km with 750 m of elevation gain, 2 hours or more of hiking time, rated challenging. The park brochure says it is more rugged and on rougher terrain than a trail, which typically has more built features such as steps, bridges and handrails.
Park hours: October 16 to November 10, 7 a.m. to 4 p.m.
Dogs: Not allowed on the Grouse Grind Trail or the BCMC Route. The Baden-Powell Trail is leash-required.
Parking: Metro Vancouver lists pay parking at Lot D, $2 for 3 hours or $4 for all day. The park is also accessible by transit.
What to do
- Do not plan a Grind climb before November 10. Check the Grouse Grind Trail page before you go, since conditions can change.
- If you take the BCMC Route, Metro Vancouver says to wear hiking shoes with good ankle support, wear warm layers, and bring plenty of water and snacks.
- Plan your way down before you start. Metro Vancouver's Grouse Grind page lists two ways back: the Grouse Mountain Resort gondola, which charges a fee, or the BCMC Route, 2.9 km and about 2 hours to descend. If you are counting on the gondola, confirm with the resort that it is running.
- Bring a headlamp or flashlight. Metro Vancouver notes that darkness comes quickly this time of year, especially in the forest.
- Expect weather closures. The park brochure says trails may close during high winds, heavy rain, heavy snow or icy conditions.
- If you meet a bear or cougar, the brochure says to keep 100 m away, talk in a calm voice, slowly back away and leave the area. Do not run.
- To report trail conditions, call the Grouse Mountain area office at 604-224-5739. In an emergency, call 9-1-1.
Sources
- Metro Vancouver: Park Alerts and Notices (Grouse Grind Trail closed October 13 to November 10)
- Metro Vancouver: Grouse Mountain Regional Park
- Metro Vancouver: Grouse Grind Trail
- Metro Vancouver: Grouse Mountain Regional Park map (PDF)
- Metro Vancouver: Grouse Mountain Regional Park brochure (PDF, June 2026)
