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Join an experienced, professional guide on a great summer hike exploring a variety of spectacular alpine trails, meadows & summits around Fernie Alpine Resort.
Open for Summer Operations June 24 - September 1, 2025
Elk Chair Hours: 10 am - 4 pm daily. (Until 7pm on Tuesday & Thursdays)
Timber Chair: Saturdays & Sundays June 28 - September 1. 10 am - 4 pm. (except July 12 & 13)
Choose from Specialty Guided Interpretive Hikes or customize your own personal guided hike. View the spectacular Rocky Mountains and the Elk Valley. Keep your camera ready for a chance to see local wildlife.
Pick up the Summer Hiking Trail Map
Hardcopies are free and can be found at Fernie Visitor Information Centre, or Guest Services at Fernie Alpine Resort
Fernie Alpine Resort Summer Trail Map
Call or email the Summer Adventure Centre to book.
Hikes must be prebooked at least 48 hours in advance.
Guided hikes include:
Old Growth Magical Forest
Easy to Moderate difficulty
3 hours (half day)
Griz Face
Moderate difficulty - uneven & rugged terrain
5 hours (full day)
Megasaurus/Bike Thief Loop
Moderate - advanced difficulty
3 hours (half day)
Hike must be prebooked at least 48 hours in advance
Scheduled guided hikes on select dates throughout the summer, exploring the unique flora, fauna, fossils and forests of Fernie Alpine Resort. Hikers should bring water, a light lunch and snacks. See dates, details, and pricing
Bob Livsey (Nature Bob) is a certified naturalist interpreter with a background in forestry. He and his team have been leading hikes in the Fernie area for multiple years and prior to that was employed as an interpreter at a very large wetland in central Ontario. Bob will help you discover some secrets of the natural world while exploring the rugged terrain around Fernie Alpine Resort.
A complimentary 1.5 hour guided hike is offered daily from the Interpretive Centre. Departs 2:30pm and finishes at the base area.
The Resort offers a wealth of great summer activities for everyone to enjoy.
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