Fernie Alpine Resort

Fernie Alpine Resort

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Surrounded by the dramatic peaks of the Canadian Rockies, Fernie Alpine Resort delivers an authentic mountain experience with over 2,500 acres of skiable terrain. Known for its legendary powder snow and five distinct alpine bowls, this British Columbia treasure draws skiers and riders seeking deep snow and diverse terrain.

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Bears Den

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Elevation: 1372m / 4501ft

Sitting at the top of Elk Quad chairlift the Bears Den is half way up the eastern side of Fernie Alipne resort. The Bears Den looks out towards Lizard Bowl.

Fernie's network of 10 lifts provides swift access to 142 marked runs and countless off-piste opportunities. The high-speed quad chairs efficiently transport you to elevations of 6,316 feet, where pristine bowls, gladed runs, and groomed cruisers await. From the beginner-friendly Deer Chair to the powder-accessing Polar Peak lift, the system ensures maximum time enjoying the mountains.

Fernie Alpine Resort Lift System
Total Ski Lifts = 10
Quad Chair
4
Quad Chair
Triple Chair
3
Triple Chair
Double Chair
1
Double Chair
Surface Lift
2
Surface Lift

Fernie Alpine Resort Resort Elevation

7001ft2134mResort Summit3550ft1082mVertical Drop3451ft1052mResort Base
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Trails

Total Runs

142

Total Area

2501 ac

1012.1 ha

Difficulty Distribution

Beginner
30%
Intermediate
40%
Advanced
25%
Expert
5%
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Location

Located in southeastern British Columbia, Fernie sits three hours southwest of Calgary and just minutes from the historic mining town of Fernie. The convenient location combines easy access with a genuine Canadian mountain town atmosphere. Visitors enjoy both world-class skiing and the charm of a community rich in mining heritage and mountain culture.

Fernie Alpine Resort

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Season Info

Winter transforms Fernie into a snow-covered playground, typically operating from early December through mid-April. The resort receives an impressive average of 30 feet of annual snowfall, creating ideal conditions throughout the season. Spring skiing often delivers a perfect mix of fresh powder days and sunny groomed runs, while peak winter months promise deep snow adventures.

Current Season

2024 - 2025

Opening Day

11/28/2024

Closing Day

4/13/2025

Days Open

137

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Annual Snowfall

Metric

7.44m

744cm

Imperial

24.4ft

293in

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