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Fernie

(pop. 5,200)



Fernie is a small town in the south-eastern corner of British Columbia, located in the Canadian Rockies with the beautiful Elk River running through it. Renowned for its legendary powder skiing at both Fernie Alpine Resort and Island Lake Lodge, Fernie has become a mecca for skiers and snowboarders. In the summer, Fernie becomes a recreational destination for outdoor enthusiasts of all kinds – from hiking, fly fishing and golf to mountain biking and water sports of all kinds, Fernie offers an abduncance of activities for everyone.

The mountains and valleys of Fernie give it it's own micro-climate and Fernie's legendary powder. We can generally expect substantial snowfall (360 cm in town, 875 cm on the ski hill) during the winter (with an average tempertaure of -11C), mild temperatures and rainfall throughout spring and fall and in summer, our daytime averages hover around 25C. Expect the first frost free day of the year in mid-April and the first frost usually arriving sometime in September. Fall offers beautiful, crisp days full of sunshine, perfect for strolling trails in and around Fernie. In Spring, visit local bike shops and get tuned up for an awesome season come June of mountain biking and casual biking with the family along the river.

A noted tourist destination, Fernie is home to Fernie Alpine Resort, one of the largest ski resorts in Canada. Unique weather patterns tend to bring much more precipitation to the area than one might typically find this far inland, making the area a mecca for powder skiing. The famous backcountry resort of Island Lake Lodge is also nearby. Summer in Fernie is quickly becoming just as popular as winter with notable events taking place such as the Fernie Writers Conference, The TransRockies Finish, Full Throttle and, voted Fernie's most popular event, the Taste of Fernie.

Sport Hosting Portfolio

2002 - current - TransRockies Challenge Mountain Bike Race
2010 - East Kootenay High School Ski & Snowboard Championships
2007 - K1 Alpine Ski Provincial Championships
2005 - NorAm Freestyle Skiing Competition
2003, 2004 & 2005 - FIS Freestyle Skiing World Cup
2002, 2003, 2004 & 2005 - Canada Cup Mountain Bike Race - Cross Country & Downhill
2002 - K2 Alpine Ski Provincial Championships


Facilites

Community contact

Christine Grimble
Director of Sales
Fernie Alpine Resort
250-432-2442
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More Information

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Map and Directions

Fernie is located in the
Kootenay Rockies region of BC
Fernie, BC
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  • Fernie Alpine Resort
    Located in the spectacular Canadian Rockies, Fernie Alpine Resort is a lift-accessed winter and summer resort with full services and amenities. Fernie Alpine Resort is regularly named one of the Top Ski Resorts in North America and is home to over 29 feet of legendary powder each winter.