Fernie

Travel Guide

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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 showing heritage elements

Historic Downtown Fernie

You'll enjoy the mountain views and coffee shops 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

While Alpine Trails may not have many sights to explore, venturing just a little farther will lead you to top things to see and do like Fernie Nature Centre and Fernie Memorial Arena.

Alpine Trails
Fernie Stanford Resort
Fernie Stanford Resort
3 out of 5
100 Riverside Way, Fernie, BC
The price is €119 per night from 13 Apr to 14 Apr
€119
includes taxes & fees
13 Apr - 14 Apr
Stay at this 3-star business-friendly hotel in Fernie. Enjoy free breakfast, free parking, and a fitness center. Our guests praise the breakfast and the pool ...
8.4/10 Very Good! (1,017 reviews)
"Great for a family🙌"

Reviewed on 24 Mar 2025

Fernie Stanford Resort
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 €101 per night from 2 Apr to 3 Apr
€101
includes taxes & fees
2 Apr - 3 Apr
Book a stay at this business-friendly motel in Fernie. Enjoy free breakfast, free WiFi, and free parking. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms ...
7.6/10 Good! (1,005 reviews)
"My favorite in Fernie! Always fantastic service at the front desk. Easy walking to downtown restaurants, very clean, quiet, and safe in my opinion. This hotel makes a great base for a few days adventure around the surrounding mountains."

Reviewed on 26 Mar 2025

Canadas Best Value Inn & Suites Fernie
Best Western Plus Fernie Mountain Lodge
Best Western Plus Fernie Mountain Lodge
3 out of 5
1622 7th Avenue, Fernie, BC
The price is €151 per night from 21 Apr to 22 Apr
€151
includes taxes & fees
21 Apr - 22 Apr
Stay at this 3-star eco-certified hotel in Fernie. Enjoy free breakfast, free WiFi, and free parking. Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful staff in ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (748 reviews)
"Good value for the money. Very clean rooms, friendly staff and great locations downtown Fernie."

Reviewed on 20 Mar 2025

Best Western Plus Fernie Mountain Lodge
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.
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 ...
8.4/10 Very Good! (110 reviews)
Not ski-in/ski-out
"Nice place, but I was under the impression that it was Ski-in/Ski-out. One bedroom is good for 2 ppl, not 4."

Reviewed on 22 Mar 2025

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 Fernie Alpine Resort and Elk Quad Ski Lift ...
8/10 Very Good! (50 reviews)
"Easy access to ski slope. Great hot tub area."

Reviewed on 22 Mar 2025

Snow Creek Lodge by Fernie Lodging Co
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! (61 reviews)
"Great location, cannot be beat. Stayed in a 1 bedroom condo with pull out couch. Lots of space, met all of our needs to cook breakfast, come back for lunch and wind down in the evening after 4 days of skiing. Only downside was the locker storage room is in a really awkward location where there wasn’t ..."

Reviewed on 14 Mar 2025

Cornerstone Lodge
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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Great town with lots of great place to eat and drink.