Grouse Grind® Mountain Run Hits the Trail September 14th
29th annual event in support of BC Children’s Hospital
September 5, 2019
(North Vancouver) In celebration of another fantastic season on the Grouse Grind®, the 29th annual Grouse Grind® Mountain Run presented by VPG Realty Inc. makes the climb Saturday, September 14th.
This Vancouver classic welcomes participants of all ages to take on the iconic trail, known as Mother Nature’s Stairmaster, in an effort to set a new record, beat their own best Grind time, or simply complete their first hike to the Peak of Vancouver.
After completing their hike up the Grouse Grind®, participants are encouraged to join in the fun at the post-race celebration in the Mountaintop Plaza. Festivities will include award presentations, a recovery zone, BBQ, music and interactive partner activations.
This year’s event features a cash purse for both male and female top finishers.
• 1st place: $1500
• 2nd place: $750
• 3rd place: $250
In addition, a course record incentive has generously been provided by the event’s title sponsor, VPG Realty Inc. An additional $2,500 will be awarded to the top male and female finishers should they break the current course records (Male: 25:01 Female 30:52).
Most importantly, the event encourages participants to raise funds in support of the cardiology department at BC Children’s Hospital. In addition, Grouse Mountain will donate a portion of each registration from the Grouse Grind® Mountain Run to BC Children’s Hospital Foundation.
Online registration for the 29th annual Grouse Grind® Mountain Run is open until Sunday, September 8th at 6pm. For more information and to register, please click here.
Event Schedule: Saturday, September 14, 2019
9:45 am – 9:55 am: Race warmup
10:00 am: Event begins at the base of the Grouse Grind®
10:00 am to 2:00 pm: Finish line celebration in the Mountaintop Plaza
~11:30 am: Awards ceremony begins
Course details:
Length: 3.0 kilometres (1.86 miles)
Elevation gain: 853 metres (2,800 feet)
Base: 274 metres (900 feet) above sea level
Summit: 1,127 metres (3,700 feet)
Total stairs: 2,830
Fastest-ever official time: 25:01
Average time: The Grouse Grind Mountain Run presented by VPG Realty Inc. takes approximately one hour to complete, with 1.5 hours recommended for novice hikers
Participants: Hikers range in age from children to seniors with an equal male/female split
About Grouse Mountain:
Grouse Mountain is the number one visitor attraction in the Lower Mainland, with 1.3 million annual visitors. Known as the Peak of Vancouver, we offer unparalleled panoramic views of the City, sea and surrounding mountains along with a wide range of year-round outdoor and educational activities, dining and more. For more information, please visit grousemountain.com.
