Fernie

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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 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 Annex Park and Fernie Memorial Arena, some noteworthy sights in the nearby area.

Alpine Trails
Park Place Lodge

Park Place Lodge

3 out of 5
742 Highway #3, Fernie, BC
The price is $148 total per night from Oct 20 to Oct 21
$148 total
per night
Oct 20 - Oct 21
Stay at this 3-star ski hotel in Fernie. Enjoy free breakfast, free WiFi, and free parking. Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful staff in our reviews. ...
9.2/10 Wonderful! (1,004 reviews)
"This hotel is gorgeous, staff were great, breakfast was fantastic, amazing views, nice pool. 10/10 I’d recommend this property."

Reviewed on Oct 7, 2025

Park Place Lodge
Fernie Stanford Resort

Fernie Stanford Resort

3 out of 5
100 Riverside Way, Fernie, BC
The price is $127 total per night from Oct 8 to Oct 9
$127 total
per night
Oct 8 - Oct 9
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 ...
8.2/10 Very Good! (1,077 reviews)
"Clean room, pool with slides and sauna hot tub. Staff friendly upon check in. Everything explained clearly."

Reviewed on Oct 3, 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 $92 total per night from Oct 13 to Oct 14
$92 total
per night
Oct 13 - Oct 14
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! (1,008 reviews)
"A little noisy with neighboors opening and closing doors alot but overall simple clean hotel with a convinient location downtown."

Reviewed on Oct 6, 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.
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 ...
8.4/10 Very Good! (71 reviews)
"Fab unit right on the hill."

Reviewed on Sep 27, 2025

Snow Creek Lodge by Fernie Lodging Co
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 aparthotel in Fernie. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and an outdoor pool. Popular attractions Fernie Alpine Resort and Mighty Moose ...
8.4/10 Very Good! (128 reviews)
"We stayed in the juniper this time, the unit was a lot cleaner and the a/c worked perfectly. So far the juniper has the best units. Tv worked, bed was comfortable and the water pressure was good."

Reviewed on Aug 31, 2025

Timberline Lodges by Fernie Lodging Co
Cornerstone Lodge

Cornerstone Lodge

3 out of 5
5343 Fernie Ski Hill Rd, 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! (62 reviews)
"Location is everything here! The condo itself was not what we saw in the photos. Expected a bunk bed set up and did not get this room. Bring your own salt/pepper. Bring ear plugs as the snow CATs start their operation at 6am sharp. Sometimes earlier!"

Reviewed on Apr 1, 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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Reviews of Fernie

4.6
Top Destination
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3/5 - Okay

Verified traveler

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

5/5 - Excellent

Verified traveler

Love this one. We will be back

5/5 - Excellent

Stew

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

The downtown shopping area was well maintained & quite busy.

5/5 - Excellent

Verified traveler

Try the Fernie meat market.

5/5 - Excellent

Verified traveler

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

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