Cross Country Skiing

Elk Valley Nordic Centre Trails in Fernie

• Fernie Area
• Over 9 km of cross country skiing trails and growing each year
• Professionally designed and groomed; something for every skill level
• Located off Hwy 3 next to Mt Fernie Provincial Park

Montane Nordic & Multi-Use Trails

• Fernie Area
• Dedicated groomed nordic trails for skate & classic skiing
• Multi-use trails for fatbiking, snowshoeing and walking - dogs welcome!
• Gentle level trails for beginners leading to more advanced terrain and mountain snowshoe trails

Fernie Alpine Resort XC Trails

• On Mountain
• Tentative Winter opening date: December 5th, 2020.
• Lessons to learn cross country ski techniques available.
• 14km of groomed and track-set cross country trails free to the public.

Island Lake Lodge - Cross Country skiing

• Fernie Area
• Now closed for the winter season; re-opening June 2020 for summer.
• Serene cross country skiing around a pristine alpine lake. Dining, spa services & trail day-use.
• Ski up to the lodge from the Island Lake parking lot.

Fernie Golf Course Trails

• Fernie Area
• 12 km of groomed trails for classic and skate
• Great beginner skiing - little to no change in elevation
• Managed by the Fernie Nordic Society

Cross Country Ski Rentals & Guided Tours with Mountain High Adventures

• Fernie Area
• Rentals available for Elk River multi-use trails and Fernie Golf Course XC ski trails
• Guided interpretive tours available
• Cosy yurt cafe offering an all-day snack menu