Cypress Mountain Hollyburn Nordic Area

We hiked to the Hollyburn Peak via the Winter Access Trail. It was an approx 3.5 hr hike out and back.The trail had a steep start. Then it was pretty flat in the middle with some minor up and down. The last 1/4 to the top was the most challenging section in terms of the steepness.Remember to dress in layers. Could be cold when you are idling. Heat up quickly as you grind up.Hard packed snow as long as you stayed on the trail. Snow spike was more than sufficient and was easier to navigate than snowshoes in my view. Bring hiking poles if you have. Was helpful to get up and down at the steepest section.Trail was wide by large. Able to keep good distance with the fellow hikers.When you approached the very steep section, you would see a snowman shortly while grinding up. From there, you were about 40 mins away to the top.The top had 360 view. Gorgeous. Birds were curious and friendly. They flew close to you.Coming down the very steep section was challenging but fun. We sat down to slide at some steep section. We were able to walk down too with the aid of the hiking poles.The trail was clearly marked.As far as parking condition goes, we arrived the parking at 8:30am. Good amount of parking spots available. Traffic to the mountain only started to slow down near the Hollyburn Nordic Area entrance.

Great lodge area! The food is good and reasonably priced. Staff are always friendly and welcoming! It's nice to come out here in the evenings, especially during Lights to the Lodge" to grab a snack and sit outside at one of the heated tables!"

Wow a phenomenal experience "would be understatement. This mountain is outstanding from its wide variety perfectly groomed runs to amazing/out going staff. From getting our rentals with Chelsea

Beautiful area to go snowshoeing, the snowshoeing trails by groomed by Cypress resort aren't free but there are some bc parks owned around the same area that are free you just need to find and follow the signs. Snowshoeing in the Nordic are is lovely and you will see people cross country skiing along the way. There is a lodge in the middle of the area which serves hot food which is high quality to be honest. There are green, blue and black snowshoeing trails. Far from the entrance there is a warming hut in case it gets too cold.

Loved the hike up Hollyburn Mountain! Trail was in good shape, still thick snow in spots, and great views.

Lovely snowshoeing time with young kids. Lots of trails to choose from. We did the green and medium trails, and they were all very well setup. Saw park caretaker going around to make sure the poles were visible. I guess he’s also making sure all trials are safe as well.

Things have changed over the years, but it remains a great locale for x-country skiing or snow shoeing. Warning: weekends are crazy busy and you may have to park way down the road if the parking lot is full. Be prepared for long waits for ticket sales and rentals too. Can be done online to save some of the hassle.

A great fun family getaway just so close to the city. Stunning views. Easy access. Book online to avoid sold out time slots. Dress extra warm with cozy socks and good winter boots, gloves, hats and jackets. A must go again for us.