Most skiers leaving Vancouver will drive right past Grouse Mountain, unaware of the special place they leave behind.
Its a place thats easy to overlook, but equally easy to fall in love with.
Great parks, and a friendly vibe lay right up the coast mountains from Vancouvers north shore.
Grouse Mountain is about a 20 minute drive from downtown Vancouver, and accessible even via public transport.
Skiers arrive at the Skyride Tram, which climbs to the ski area.
From the top the views of Vancouver are remarkable, and the parks are well built.
There are five terrain parks in total, ranging from beginner boxes and rails to a large jumpline.
Pro skier Mack Jones grew up on the East Coast, moving west to pursue his skiing dreams.
It doesnt get much better than that.
He described the move, saying to me Vancouver is home.
I stayed because I thought I could make a change, and I think Ive done that.
Having great features is one thing, but actually maintaining them makes it so much better!
Features are built skatepark style, with all kind of options on each hit.
Jones talked about how snaking through the features is one of his favorite parts of the parks.
Its this passion from the top down that makes Grouse special.
