Mount Fromme
| Mount Fromme | |
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Mount Fromme from Sunrise Park in East Vancouver
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| Highest point | |
| Elevation | 1,185 m (3,888 ft) |
| Prominence | 235 m (771 ft) |
| Coordinates | 49°22′55″N 123°03′25″W / 49.38194°N 123.05694°WCoordinates: 49°22′55″N 123°03′25″W / 49.38194°N 123.05694°W |
| Geography | |
| Location | British Columbia, Canada |
| Parent range | North Shore Mountains |
| Topo map | NTS 92G/06 |
| Climbing | |
| Easiest route | Mt. Highway |
Mount Fromme is a mountain on the North Shore of Vancouver, British Columbia, and a key North American mountain biking destination. Looking towards the North of the Burrard Inlet three mountains are clearly visible (Grouse Mountain, Mount Seymour, and Mt. Fromme). Mt. Fromme (commonly referred to as Grouse Mountain because of its proximity to the ski resort of that name) has downhill trails that have made a name for the North Shore riding style. Mount Fromme features various trails, many of which are part of the NSMBA (North Shore Mountain Biking Association). Some of these trails are sponsored by companies which provide money to maintain the trails. There is also a nudist club called Van Tan Nudist Club past the second switch back on mountain highway. Members of the club are given access to the location by vehicle which is usually blocked of by a gate. Mount Fromme features green, blue, black, double black and "triple red" trails.
Mt. Fromme is a popular destination for many bikers during the summer. The trails are accessed via Mountain Highway, though bikers have to ride up as the gravel path is restricted to vehicle access without special privileges. The path eventually leads to Grouse Mountain.The easier trails are usually located at the bottom of the hill while the advanced ones are near further up. The majority of the trails are located below the seventh switchback.
There are approximately 40 mountain biking trails in total though many of them have become not ride-able due to lack of maintenance. Companies can sponsor trails to maintain them.
Bobsled is the most popular trail on Mount Fromme. It is past the second switchback a little further than Floppy Bunny. The trail is a very fast, smooth trail resembling a pump track that contains a lot of berms, bumps, and jumps. There are several ladder bridges and drops. The trail is rated a green/blue. The run is a green if none of the features are attempted but a blue if they are.
Though it is mainly a biking trail, many trails end at various points along the Baden Powell which bikers use to get back to Mountain Highway. It contains ladder bridges and several technical rock features. The Baden Powell is rated a blue trail
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