Fernie Ski Resort Guide
Fernie, Canada
Rated: 4/5 (from 6 ratings)
| Recommended For | Expert Skiers, Intermediates, Beginners, Snowboarders, Snowfall and Apres-Ski! |
|---|---|
| Total Piste Length | 220km |
| Highest Lift | 1,930m |
| Resort Height | 1,070m |
| Nearest Airports | Canadian Rockies and Glacier Park |
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Fernie
The Canadian ski resort of Fernie is in the Canadian Rockies at an altitude of 1,070m, with 220km of marked runs.
Summary
Fernie is one of the larger Ski Resorts in Canada and has direct access to 220km of downhill skiing, with 107 marked pistes, served by a total of 10 ski lifts.
Skiing
There are a variety of pistes to suit all levels of skier ability, from Beginner to Expert.
Snowboarding
Fernie is highly rated by Snowboarders and there are a variety of Snow and Terrain Parks in Fernie.
Notable Ski Runs
The most difficult run is the 'Corner Pocket'.
Snow and Weather
When will it snow in Fernie?
The next notable snow forecast is 7cm, expected on 29 October, with around 15cm forecast over the next 7 days.
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Snow this week
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Ski Area Stats
Fernie Ski Area
| Black Pistes Expert Trails | 47 | |
|---|---|---|
| Red Pistes Intermediate Runs | 36 | |
| Blue Pistes Easy Trails | 23 | |
| Downhill Total Length | 220km | |
| Cross Country Total Length | 14km | |
| Ski Lifts Number of Lifts | 10 | |
Altitudes
Fernie Ski Area Heights
| Highest Lift | 1,930m |
|---|---|
| Lowest Piste | 1,070m |
| Resort Altitude (Fernie) | 1,070m |
| Max Vertical | 860m |
Ratings & Suitability
| Expert Skiers | |
|---|---|
| Intermediate Skiers | |
| Beginners | |
| Snowboarding | |
| Snow | |
| Apres-Ski |
Location and Map
Where is Fernie?
This ski resort is in the Canadian Rockies.
Map
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How to get there
By Air
The nearest airport to Fernie is Canadian Rockies, 87 minutes drive away.
Glacier Park airport is also within three hours drive.
Infrastructure
Ski Lift Capacity
The 10 ski lifts are able to uplift 13,716 skiers and snowboarders every hour.
Snow Making
Snow-making is available, with 2 snow cannons.
Season Dates
When is Fernie open?
We don't currently have confirmed season dates, but hope to soon.
Usual opening is early December, and usual closing is Late April.
NOTE:- Ski area, lift and piste opening is subject to Current Snow Conditions.
COVID-19 / Coronavirus
We don't yet have specific details of the COVID-19 precautions being taken in Fernie, but they are likely to include most of the following :-
- Face masks required on lifts, and in shops.
- Social distancing in public areas.
- Reduced lift capacity.
- Extensive disinfection / sanitization.
French Ski Resort COVID-19 Measures describes further measures that may also be applied.
Visit the Fernie Tourist Office for the latest.
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