Fernie

Travel Guide
Fernie Alpine Resort which includes mountains, snow and landscape views
Dramatic Rocky Mountain vistas form the backdrop for a town filled with historic charm and exciting adventures.

Completely encircled by the Canadian Rocky Mountains, Fernie invites you to discover an idyllic lifestyle of arts, culture and exciting outdoor pursuits. Enjoy the area’s world-renowned summer fly-fishing, winter skiing and year-round charm.

Experience the best of the warm seasons in the Rockies, from spring flowers in May to colorful falling leaves in October. Follow forest trails by mountain bike or on a family hike. Restaurant patios come alive every afternoon with clinking glasses and enthusiastic chatter.

The Elk River is a welcoming spot on a hot summer day, providing a refreshing, lazy float or a peaceful day of fly fishing on sparkling waters. Visit the lower Elk River Canyon for exhilarating whitewater rafting with thrilling rapids and spectacular scenery. Include a round of golf or pamper yourself at a spa.

In winter, Fernie features legendary powder for excellent skiing. The outstanding snowfall is only the beginning of the appeal of this winter playground. Diverse mountainous terrain provides winter activity choices from low exertion to big thrills. Discover world-class groomed and backcountry snowmobiling, cross country skiing and snowshoeing. Ski on some of the highest vertical drops in the Canadian Rockies. Try cat skiing: Ride up the mountain in a heated snow cat and then ski or board on fresh lines down uncrowded backcountry slopes.

Learn about the area’s interesting past in Fernie’s Historic Downtown. Look for the stony profile of the Ghostrider on a nearby rock face and listen to the legend of the one-time curse on the valley. 

Fernie is located in southeastern British Columbia. Reach the area with a 3-hour drive from Alberta’s Calgary International Airport or a 2-hour drive from Glacier International Airport in Kalispell, Montana.

World-renowned fly fishing, mountain biking, snow sports, golf, river adventures and hiking highlight Fernie’s natural beauty and provide outdoor thrills. Indoors, meet friendly people in a laid-back atmosphere and relax with soothing experiences for your mind, body and soul. 

Where to stay in Fernie

Fernie and District Museum featuring heritage elements

Historic Downtown Fernie

You'll enjoy the mountain views and coffeehouses in Historic Downtown Fernie. You might want to make time for a stop at Fernie Museum or Fernie Heritage Library.

Historic Downtown Fernie
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Alpine Trails

When in Alpine Trails, you can plan a visit to Fernie Memorial Arena and Canyon Raft Company, some noteworthy sights in the nearby area.

Alpine Trails
Fernie Stanford Resort
Fernie Stanford Resort
3 out of 5
100 Riverside Way, Fernie, BC
The price is NT$3,030 per night from Apr 2 to Apr 3
NT$3,030
per night
Apr 2 - Apr 3
Stay at this 3-star business-friendly hotel in Fernie. Enjoy free breakfast, free parking, and a waterslide. Our guests praise the pool and the restaurant in ...
8.4/10 Very Good! (1,011 reviews)
"Had an awesome waterslide and it was pretty cool."

Reviewed on 2024/3/26

Fernie Stanford Resort
Park Place Lodge
Park Place Lodge
3 out of 5
742 Highway #3, Fernie, BC
The price is NT$4,526 per night from Mar 31 to Apr 1
NT$4,526
per night
Mar 31 - Apr 1
Stay at this 3-star ski hotel in Fernie. Enjoy free breakfast, free WiFi, and free parking. Our guests praise the breakfast and the pool in our reviews. Popular ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (753 reviews)
Family Fernie Trip
"We had such a good time at Park Place Hotel we extended our day to 7 nights (from 4 originally). Amazing people, great layout of hotel, clean facilities, tasty breakfast every morning and great food in the pub. We had a wonderful time and hope to be back in the future for sure! Hotel is close to ..."

Reviewed on 2024/3/25

Park Place Lodge
Canadas Best Value Inn & Suites Fernie
Canadas Best Value Inn & Suites Fernie
2.5 out of 5
401 Highway 3, Fernie, BC
The price is NT$3,236 per night from Apr 6 to Apr 7
NT$3,236
per night
Apr 6 - Apr 7
Stay at this motel in Fernie. Enjoy free breakfast, free WiFi, and free parking. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms in our reviews. Popular ...
7.4/10 Good! (901 reviews)
"Good value"

Reviewed on 2024/3/19

Canadas Best Value Inn & Suites Fernie
Lowest nightly price found within the past 24 hours based on a 1 night stay for 2 adults. Prices and availability subject to change. Additional terms may apply.
Cornerstone Lodge
Cornerstone Lodge
3 out of 5
5339 Ski Hill Road, Fernie, BC
Stay at this 3-star ski aparthotel in Fernie. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and a fitness center. Popular attractions Fernie Alpine Resort and Deer Chair Ski ...
8.6/10 Excellent! (55 reviews)
"Wonderful"

Reviewed on 2024/3/8

Cornerstone Lodge
Timberline Lodges by Fernie Lodging Co
Timberline Lodges by Fernie Lodging Co
3.5 out of 5
4559 Timberline Crescent, Fernie, BC
Stay at this 3.5-star ski condo in Fernie. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and an outdoor pool. Popular attractions Fernie Alpine Resort and Mighty Moose Platter ...
8.2/10 Very Good! (61 reviews)
Juniper Lodge Fernie
"Amazing location, walking distance to the ski hill. The unit was well stocked with everything you need to be comfortable (no paper towels though). We stayed at the Juniper Lodge and went to the hot tub, opted out as it was only luke warm. The other thing I could suggest is a couple of robes in the ..."

Reviewed on 2024/2/19

Timberline Lodges by Fernie Lodging Co
Snow Creek Lodge by Fernie Lodging Co
Snow Creek Lodge by Fernie Lodging Co
3.5 out of 5
5389 Highline Drive, Fernie, BC
Stay at this 3.5-star ski condo in Fernie. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and an outdoor pool. Popular attractions Elk Quad Ski Lift and Mighty Moose Platter ...
8/10 Very Good! (37 reviews)
"Nice condo, just no coffee maker"

Reviewed on 2022/7/24

Snow Creek Lodge by Fernie Lodging Co
Lowest nightly price found within the past 24 hours based on a 1 night stay for 2 adults. Prices and availability subject to change. Additional terms may apply.

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Reviews of Fernie

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3/5 - Okay

Verified traveler
Feb 9, 2020

Parking lots were very dirty, very uneven ground, very icy.

5/5 - Excellent

Verified traveler
Nov 21, 2019

Love this one. We will be back

5/5 - Excellent

Stew
Sep 27, 2019

Fernie has evolved and we think it will become hugely successful in attracting tourists. We love the historical feel of the town and the energy of businesses starting up. We ate at an Indian spice restaurant down town and the food was terrific.

4/5 - Good

Verified traveler
Sep 16, 2019

The downtown shopping area was well maintained & quite busy.

5/5 - Excellent

Verified traveler
Sep 10, 2019

Try the Fernie meat market.

5/5 - Excellent

Verified traveler
Aug 27, 2019

Fernie has a great vibe. The only thing that let down the Motel were the grumpy employees