Hiking
Two hikers admiring the views (Picture BC photo)
Fernie's elevation of 1,009m/3,310ft gives hikers a kind of boost – those mountaintops seem somehow more accessible – and there is a trail for every level of fitness.
Getting up into the alpine can be as easy as taking the chairlift at Fernie Alpine Resort, or as tough as climbing to the top of Ghostrider Peak. Let's start with easy...
Urban Walks
The City of Fernie has a Recreational Trail Committee mandated to provide a "quality network of trail systems for pedestrians, cyclists, snowshoers and cross-country skiers." Pick up the Fernie Recreational Trails brochure from the Visitor Centre and explore urban pathways, some of which are part of the TransCanada Trail.
Fairy Creek Falls
Starting from the Visitor Centre just north of town, this 2.3km/1.5mi trail crosses an open meadow, continues along the lower forested slopes of Mt. Proctor, then drops down to the edge of Fairy Creek. This easy hike involves an elevation gain of just 90m/295ft. Follow the blue flagging tape and watch for wildlife.
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Mount Hosmer Trail
Plan an early breakfast and pack lots of water – this 3.5km/2.2mi hike to Ghostrider Peak involves a 910m/3,000ft elevation gain, and the sun can be intense. The trail is predictably steep, ending in the saddle below the summit. Recommended only for experienced hikers and mountain goats, the final approach has a steep drop-off. To get to the trailhead, head north out of town on Highway 3 for about 5km/3mi, turn left onto Dicken Road and turn right onto Hartley Lake Road. The parking area is 7km/4.3mi up this rough, but 2WD-accessible road.
Island Lake Lodge
A few minutes south of town, take Mt Fernie Park Road and follow its continuation to the upscale Island Lake Lodge, from where a network of trails spreads out into the Cedar Valley. Summer hiking programs from the lodge include guided Discovery Walks, half-day Adventure Hikes, and a Hiking Series that is operated in conjunction with outdoor adventure operator Mountain Pursuits.
Fernie Alpine Resort
If there's an elevator, why take the stairs? The ski lifts run all summer at the spectacular Fernie Alpine Resort, providing easy access to ridges and mountain peaks that would otherwise be inaccessible in a single day of hiking. Guided hikes are offered Thursday through Sunday.
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5339 Ski Hill Rd
Fernie, British Columbia
V0B 1M6
Websitehttp://www.skifernie.com
Toll-free877-333-2339
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Fernie Alpine Resort is Your One-Stop Adventure This Summer with the NEW Aerial Park & Mountain Biking.
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Fernie will also operate the Mountain Bike Park Operations & guided hike program again this summer! Check our website & Facebook page for updates & other activities!
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