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  • Biking the Fernie Town trail in fall
  • Lizard Creek Lodge in the Evening
  • River rafting the Elk River Canyon
  • Best Western Plus Fernie Mountain Lodge
  • Fernie Provincial Park - Mike Cotton
  • 901 Fernie Luxury Condos
  • Fly Fishing the Elk River
  • Couple enjoying views on their patio at Island Lake Lodge
  • Birds eye view
  • Snow Creek Cabins
  • Birding & Wildlife Viewing with Wild Nature Tours
  • Fernie RV Resort
  • Historic Downtown Fernie
  • Happy skiers heading to Curry Bowl
  • Ski in Ski out at Fernie Alpine Resort
  • 6 Bedrooms | Hot Tub | Pool Table | Ski In/Out
  • Nordic skiing on Montane Trails in Fernie, BC
  • Stanford Resort Hotel in Winter
  • Snowshoeing with Wild Nature Tours
  • Inside the museum
  • Park Place Lodge
  • Historic Downtown Fernie
  • Red Tree Lodge
  • Shopping for local art
  • Spa 901 Outdoor Hot Pool
  • Tiny Home interior
  • Old Growth Cedar Trail

Fernie is an internationally recognized year-round destination that welcomes guests from around the world.

Local News & Travel Updates

Fernie offers a variety of destination, market-ready travel experiences, and itineraries suitable for all demographics. Nestled amongst the towering Canadian Rocky Mountains, along the banks of the clear freestone Elk River and in company with majestic forests, Fernie is a special mountain town with a deep-rooted history, along with a vibrant and authentic vibe. 

Products & Experiences

Winter Adventures:

  • Fernie Alpine Resort offers a world-class ski and snowboard experience, complete with a variety of on-mountain accommodation, dining options, and a village plaza. 
  • Catskiing is available for single-day or multi-day bookings
  • Snowmobile rentals and clinics
  • Guided cross country skiing (over 50km of groomed trails), snowshoe and fat biking rentals & tours

Spring, Summer, Fall Adventures:

  • Guided fly fishing day trips
  • Whitewater rafting, scenic float trips & Stand Up Paddleboard (SUP) tours
  • Mountain biking (guides, rentals & lessons available)
  • Guided Hiking in the Rocky Mountains
  • Guided nature tours and wildlife viewing
  • Golfing at Fernie's 18-hole championship course

Spa & wellness options are available throughout the year with a diverse selection of yoga, esthetics, fitness classes, and diversity of wellness treatments. 

Fernie's Historic Downtown is a highlight for any itinerary, featuring turn-of-the-century heritage buildings and an eclectic mix of restaurants, boutique shops, attractions, and activities. Heritage Walking Tour and Fernie Art Walk maps are available for self-guided & seasonal guided tours.  The variety of events & festivals showcased throughout the year are a compliment to any itinerary.

Explore itinerary suggestions in the sidebar link or contact us for assistance in creating a customized itinerary to best meet the needs of your clients.

Places to Stay

Lodging options in Fernie are numerous and varied, with product available both in-town and on-mountain resort-based. Accommodations range from budget to luxury, with options including Deluxe Pod style units, resort RV & yurt campground, Canada's first Tiny Home Hotel, luxurious condo/ townhome, hotels and private lodge/ chalet properties.

Tourism Fernie is pleased to offer travel trade professionals our assistance, we look forward to hearing from you!

Contact:

Christine Grimble
Manager, Media/ Travel Trade & Projects
Ph: 250-423-2037
E: [email protected] 

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  • Fernie Facts & Info
    • Gateway airports include Calgary International (3hrs), Canadian Rockies International - Cranbrook (1hr) & Glacier International - Kalispell, USA (2hrs).
    • Fernie Alpine Resort is located only 5km's from the City of Fernie and is accessible by a local shuttle bus (winter seasonal).
    • Year-round activities and attractions available in the community.
    • Charming Historic Downtown is a must visit and very popular part of any travel itinerary.
    • Travel Trade support is available for product & travel information, itinerary creation, familiarization tours, brochure/ collateral provision & more.