Continuing up into the mountains of the North Shore, you will reach the base of Grouse Mountain - a trip to the city isn't complete unless you take the gondola to "The Peak of Vancouver". During the winter season, Grouse Mountain provides great downhill skiing and snowboarding for locals and visitors alike while the summer time offers wonderful hiking opportunities including the infamous Grouse Grind, which takes hikers up 853 feet in just 2.9 kilometres. Regardless of when you visit, the panoramic views of Vancouver are simply breathtaking.