- Can you walk back down the Grouse Grind?
- How do you get down after Grouse Grind?
- How many calories do you burn doing the Grouse Grind?
- How long is the Grouse Grind hike?
Can you walk back down the Grouse Grind?
Can I hike down the Grouse Grind? The trail is so steep and narrow that downhill travel is not permitted by Metro Vancouver.
How do you get down after Grouse Grind?
You are not allowed to hike down the Grind, to come down with Skyride costs $15 including the shuttle ride back to Canada Place in downtown Vancouver. The only free option down is to hike down the BCMC trail. Taking the Skyride is the easiest way to get up and down Grouse Mountain with some amazing views!
How many calories do you burn doing the Grouse Grind?
BURNS THOSE CALORIES
The average hike for the average person (154 lbs) burns an estimated 370 calories per hour. However, the Grouse Grind (aka Mother Nature's Stairmaster), given the aforementioned elevation, has been approximated to burn an average of 1000 calories from start to finish.
How long is the Grouse Grind hike?
The Grouse Grind Trail is located in North Vancouver, BC. It is a very steep trail that starts at 300 metres elevation and climbs to 1,100 metres over a distance of approximately 2.5 kilometres. The hike is rated difficult because of its steepness. You need to be in good physical shape to tackle the trail.