📷 Grouse Mountain
North America
Grouse Mountain
Projected to open December 18, 2026
Best months to book: January, March, February · last season + 30-yr record
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Projected to open Dec 18 — closed April 18
Weather data is still collected for informational purposes.
Last Snowfall
Oct 30
todayPast 24 Hours
8cm
Past 48 Hours
13cm
Past 10 Days
36cm
7-Day Forecast
1cm
Snow Depth
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Grouse Mountain is projected to open December 18, 2026. Here is when it is usually best to book.
Best months to book
- #1January150cm avg
- #2March136cm avg · last season 41.9
- #3February110cm avg · last season 49.1
Best weeks to book
- #1 8 Mar – 14 Mar · last season 52.6
- #2 22 Mar – 28 Mar · last season 39.8
- #3 15 Mar – 21 Mar · last season 39.4
Ranked on 25% last season's SnowSure score (2025-26) · 75% 30-year snowfall and base-depth record. The live score returns when the lifts turn.
Current Conditions
Reported Fri, Oct 30, 09:06 PM UTC
Terrain
Projected to open Dec 18
Projected to open December 18, 2026
33 runs · 7 lifts — live counts and the SnowSure™ Score return when the lifts turn.
Snow Summary
Updated Oct 30 at 9:06 PM
Days 8–14 and every model are in SnowSure Pro.Unlock with Pro
No measurement at mid height (1,058m) reached us: past snow shown is the model's estimate at the summit.
Maps
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Webcams & Proof of Powder
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About Grouse Mountain
Grouse Mountain is located just 15 minutes from downtown Vancouver, British Columbia, offering 33 ski and snowboard runs across varied terrain suitable for all levels. The resort features panoramic views of the city and ocean, a mountaintop skating pond, snowshoe trails, and a range of dining options. Signature experiences include the Skyride aerial tramway and winter light installations, making Grouse Mountain a popular year-round destination for outdoor recreation and scenic vistas.
Read the full resort guide →Frequently asked questions about Grouse Mountain
- Where is Grouse Mountain?
- Grouse Mountain is a ski resort in Canada.
- How high is Grouse Mountain?
- Grouse Mountain runs from a base elevation of 885 m (2,904 ft) to a summit of 1,231 m (4,039 ft), giving a vertical drop of 346 m (1,135 ft).
- How big is Grouse Mountain?
- Grouse Mountain has 212 acres (86 hectares) of skiable terrain, 33 marked runs and 7 lifts.
- Which ski pass covers Grouse Mountain?
- Grouse Mountain is on the Ikon Pass. Access terms such as blackout dates and day limits vary by pass tier, so check the pass operator for the current season.
- When is ski season at Grouse Mountain?
- Grouse Mountain typically operates from December to April. Exact opening and closing dates shift each year with snowfall — check the resort's current season dates before booking.
- How much snow does Grouse Mountain get in a typical season?
- Grouse Mountain averages 382 inches / 970 cm of snowfall in a typical season. Any individual season can run well above or below that.
- How will El Niño affect Grouse Mountain in winter 2026-27?
- El Niño Signal Rank: #356 of 488 SnowSure resorts · Tier E · strong-event signal -10% vs its own 30-yr average. In the three strongest El Niño winters on record ('97-98, '15-16, '23-24), Grouse Mountain averaged -10% versus its own 30-year snowfall baseline. Historically this is a timing play rather than a reason to stay home: aim for late winter (February–March) in winter 2026-27. Analog winters: '97-98 -14%, '15-16 -19%, '23-24 +3%. A pattern, not a promise.
