Fernie Travel Guide

Tourist 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 Memorial Arena and Fernie Nature Centre.

Alpine Trails
Fernie Stanford Resort
Fernie Stanford Resort
3 out of 5
100 Riverside Way, Fernie, BC
The price is AU$218 per night from 2 Mar to 3 Mar
AU$218
includes taxes & fees
2 Mar - 3 Mar
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! (1,014 reviews)
"This is a nice place for families. The location is outside of Fernie and about a 5 minute drive from the ski hill. The waterslide/pool is popular with kids. The rooms were clean and comfortable. The breakfast area is small and can be difficult finding a table. The restaurant in the hotel is ..."

Reviewed on 20 Feb. 2025

Fernie Stanford Resort
Best Western Plus Fernie Mountain Lodge
Best Western Plus Fernie Mountain Lodge
3 out of 5
1622 7th Avenue, Fernie, BC
The price is AU$270 per night from 19 Mar to 20 Mar
AU$270
includes taxes & fees
19 Mar - 20 Mar
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! (750 reviews)
"Great Best Western breakfast was better then expected"

Reviewed on 22 Feb. 2025

Best Western Plus Fernie Mountain 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 AU$148 per night from 2 Mar to 3 Mar
AU$148
includes taxes & fees
2 Mar - 3 Mar
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! (1,001 reviews)
"Like most hotel/motel properties in Fernie this one is located on Highway #3, the main route through town. If traffic noise is an issue for you then you should probably choose to stay elsewhere. The rooms are simple and clean. The price is very reasonable and if you're just looking for a place to ..."

Reviewed on 27 Feb. 2025

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.
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! (106 reviews)
"Nice property."

Reviewed on 22 Feb. 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! (47 reviews)
Things too old have to repair.
"The heater in living room can not adjust temperature have to off from the fuse box. Refrigerator very noisy from the cooling fan."

Reviewed on 23 Feb. 2025

Snow Creek Lodge by Fernie Lodging Co
Two Bedroom Loft in Fernie's Historic Downtown
Two Bedroom Loft in Fernie's Historic Downtown
Fernie
Stay at this condo in Fernie. Enjoy free WiFi, an in-room coffeemaker, and air conditioning. Popular attractions Fernie Alpine Resort and Fernie Museum are located ...
10/10 Exceptional! (36 reviews)
Wonderful
"Unit was even better than advertised. Perfect location to experience Fernie"

Reviewed on 24 Feb. 2025

Two Bedroom Loft in Fernie's Historic Downtown
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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