New Blue Grouse Gondola
byTo compliment the iconic red SkyRide, there is a new way to get up to the Peak of Vancouver with the Blue Grouse Gondola that officially launched last night.
Blue Grouse Gondola
The Blue Grouse Gondola features 15 towers, 27 eight-person gondola cabins, a trip time of 5.5 minutes and a capacity of 1,000 people/hour offering locals and visitors the quickest way to get from the city to the slopes this winter season.
Since the world’s first double chairlift was built at the Resort in 1949, Grouse Mountain has had a rich history of investing in modern technology. The original Grouse Mountain SkyRide (Blue Tram) officially opened to skiers on February 2, 1966. Ten years later, the Red Tram or Super Skyride opened. The Red Tram holds just under 100 passengers, and arrives at a separate top terminal building a short walk from the lodge. The older Blue Tram, which was since used to transport supplies directly to the lodge structure, has been decommissioned.
A journey to the top of the mountain via the Blue Grouse Gondola, or via the Super Skyride, can be made with the same ticket covering both options.
The project opened just over two years since construction began. “The opening of the Blue Grouse Gondola marks a significant milestone for Grouse Mountain and the region, enhancing our appeal as a premier year-round destination,” says Royce Chwin, CEO, Destination Vancouver. “This investment not only improves access to one of Vancouver’s most iconic attractions but also drives economic benefits by attracting more visitors, creating jobs, and supporting local businesses. It’s a win for tourism, the community, and our regional economy.”
Phase two of the gondola project includes future updates to current base buildings, improvements to parking areas at the Resort, a new Guest Services area, retail, food and beverage offerings and offices.
The opening of the Blue Grouse Gondola, followed by the Mountain Bike Park and Mountain Coaster in mid-2025, herald a new chapter for the Resort as it approaches its centennial in 2026.
Visit Grouse Mountain this season to experience the Peak of Christmas.
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