Polar Peak - The top of the range!
At over 2100 meters, Polar Peak provides stunning 360-degree panoramic views of the surrounding area. Starting at the Timber Express chair (single ride lift ticket included), you climb up through Lost Boys Pass to the top of Elephant Head. From there, we will hike to Polar Peak along the Timber Bowl and Currie Bowl ridgeline. The trail offers spectacular views of Fernie, the Alberta border, and Lake Koocanusa.
PLEASE NOTE: this hike is for adventurous and experienced hikers aged 17+.
Cost, including scenic chairlift ride: $200 + GST
Also offered on August 4th & September 1st.
Reservations Required:
Call 250-423-2406 or email [email protected] to book.
Recommended Gear:
The 2024 Summer Speciality Guided Hiking Series:
JULY 7: Mountain Wildflowers
JULY 21: A 380-million-year-old history lesson: Fossils & Geology
JULY 27, AUGUST 4 & SEPTEMBER 1: Polar Peak* (Full day 5-6 Hours)
AUGUST 4: The all-natural foodie tour: Berries & Other Useful Plants
AUGUST 18: Creatures of the Forest: Birds & Wildlife
OTHER HIKES, available by reservation:
FERNIE ALPINE RESORT THIS SUMMER:
2024 Elk Chairlift Schedule: Daily from 10.30am-4.30pm & until 7pm on Thursday
2023 Timber Charlift Schedule: 10am - 3:30pm, Saturdays from July 13 & Sundays August 4 & September 1.
Fernie Alpine Resort's Summer Activities and Attractions include: