Nice to meet you barrydutton, and happy to hear you enjoyed Grouse Grind over in North Vancouver location. It's definitely one of the must-attend locations in the Greater Vancouver area if you are a nature hiker, or a visitor who enjoys the outdoor life and got the stamina to hike up those steps! I love the Ground Grind, although I must say it does break out mega sweat by the time reaching the top! The fact you were able to get up to the top approx an hour's time is some great accomplishment there! I'm looking forward to warming weather and to hike up there again this year. Which reminds me, I should definitely take photos to show you and everyone how this year's Ground Grind looks like :)