Fernie Alpine Resort Hiking

Alpine Trekking.

Hiking in Fernie Alpine Resort, Henry Georgi photo

Alpine-hiking enthusiasts have fallen under the spell woven by Fernie's Rocky Mountain magic. Six lift-access routes allow hikers to meander through high alpine trails, past meadows and forest that open to mythical views overlooking Elk Valley. During weekends in the summer, there are guided, interpretive hikes that cover such natural subjects as: bushes and berries; geology and fossils; forest and fauna; as well as alpine wildflowers.

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Two recommended routes are:

Timber Ridge Trail (Advanced): This 5-km (3.1-mi) round-trip hike has a vertical rise of 240 m (787 ft). Polar Peak, at 2,100 m (6,890 ft) rewards hikers with an astonishing 360-degree panorama of the surrounding area. Timber Ridge has one short section where ropes have been installed for security. This hike takes between 3.5 and 7 hours.
Boom Trail (Easy): This 45-minute hike down a gravel road begins at the top of the Elk Quad chairlift. From there, check out the awesome views of Fernie. En route, discover the rich flora and fauna found in Cedar Bowl. This is also a good trail from which to spot moose.

Hiking Nearby

There are popular hiking routes throughout the district surrounding Fernie.

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