Is Grouse Mountain good for skiing?
Skiing on Grouse Mountain is a fantastic option if you live in Vancouver and want to reach a ski-hill with very little effort. It is incredibly easy to get up to the Mountain on public transit and on clear days you’ll be treated to fantastic views of Vancouver and the Burrard Inlet.
Does Grouse Mountain make snow?
Grouse Mountain has been making snow since 1974, making it the Lower Mainland’s first snowmaking operation.
Is there snow on the ground in Sugar Mountain?
Sugar Mountain has no new snow forecast in the next 48 hours. For current snow depths and skiing conditions, see our Current Snow Report for Sugar Mountain.
Do they check ID at Grouse Mountain?
They are valid during the season for which they were purchased. Valid Photo ID with birth date required for Pass pick-up. Age identification (BC Services Card or birth certificate) may be required for youth, children and tots. Grouse Mountain reserves the right to change or cancel programs and schedules without notice.
How much does it cost to ski at Grouse?
For folk without season passes, an evening of night skiing at Grouse usually costs around $55 for adults, $45 for seniors and youth (ages 13-18), $25 for children, and free for kids ages 4 and under.
How do ski resorts make snow?
Snowmaking is the production of snow by forcing water and pressurized air through a “snow gun”, also known as a “snow cannon”. Snowmaking is mainly used at ski resorts to supplement natural snow. The production of snow requires low temperatures. The threshold temperature for snowmaking increases as humidity decreases.
How long does Sugar Mountain have snow?
Average monthly snow in Sugar Mountain
| Month | Snow amount (week) | Snow days (week) |
|---|---|---|
| December | 2.0 in | 1.0 days |
| January | 2.4 in | 1.6 days |
| February | 2.4 in | 1.9 days |
| March | 2.4 in | 1.3 days |