Fernie Alpine Ski Resort Guide: Reviews, Ratings and Stats
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Fernie Alpine reviews & ratings
4.4 (52 reviews)
Ranked 54th of 155 Ski resorts
4.44 (52 ratings)
Overall Rating
3.96 (51 ratings)
Value for Money
4.31 (45 ratings)
Après Ski
4.69 (51 ratings)
Off Piste
4.04 (51 ratings)
Eating Out
4.13 (46 ratings)
Accommodation Options
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Overview

Fernie Alpine is known for its awesome powder and cool, laid-back atmosphere. The trails here are diverse, so whether you're cruising or looking for something more intense, you'll be happy. The scenery around the resort is pretty epic – mountains as far as the eye can see. The village at the base has a nice, small-town feel, with some good spots to eat and relax. The resort is a bit more low-key, so it's nice for those who want to avoid the super busy spots. Plus, the ski community here is really welcoming.

Resort Stats

Ski Terrain
142Total Runs
3.1 milesLongest Run
2504 acresSkiable Terrain
125 hectaresSnow making
Elevation
7001 feetTop
3451 feetBottom
3550 feetVertical Drop
Lifts
7Chairlifts
3Surface Lifts
Lift Pass Costs
$CAD2199Season pass
$CAD1691 day
Weather
268 cmAverage annual snowfall

Getting There

Airports

  • Cranbrook/Canadian Rockies International Airport (YXC) 105KMs 100min drive
  • Kalispell Glacier Park International Airport (FCA) 210KMs 215min drive

Train Stations

  • Fernie 5 / km 10m drive

Fernie Alpine Reviews & Ratings

Overall Rating: 4.4
Ranking: 54th of 155 resorts
4.44 (52 ratings)
Overall Rating
2.82 (45 ratings)
Snow Parks
3.96 (51 ratings)
Value for Money
4.31 (45 ratings)
Après Ski
4.36 (50 ratings)
Family Friendly
4.69 (51 ratings)
Off Piste
4.04 (51 ratings)
Eating Out
4.48 (52 ratings)
Tree Skiing
4.04 (52 ratings)
Groomed Runs
3.41 (46 ratings)
Mogul Fields
4.62 (50 ratings)
Powder Zones
4.17 (52 ratings)
Quiet Slopes
3.98 (52 ratings)
Lift Efficiency
4.35 (31 ratings)
Ski School Quality
4.13 (46 ratings)
Accommodation Options
4.50 (10 ratings)
Intermediates
4.47 (15 ratings)
Advanced
4.41 (27 ratings)
Experts
4.38 (8 ratings)
Snowboarders

All Reviews

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Rick - expert skier
May, 2 - 2024
Fernie alpine resort is a great resort with varied terrain and no lineups. It gets a lot of snow in February/ March On hill dining is limited but Cirque at lizard creek lodge is on point. Very chill vibe
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Robert - expert skier
Apr, 30 - 2024
Great ski resort Ive skied over 100 resorts in the world and Fernie resort is fantastic ! Lots of terrain , variety and snow conditions ! I give Fernie resort my highest recommendation!
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Helena - expert snowboarder
Apr, 29 - 2024
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george - intermediate skier
Apr, 29 - 2024
Fernie was amazing this year; genuinely one of the better places I have skied in a while and would definitely go back. The uplifts are quick and easy, ski and boot rental was cheap and all the staff everywhere (restaurants, chairlifts, rentals, hotel) were lovely.
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Oliver - expert skier
Apr, 28 - 2024
Traveled from the U.K. to ski here and it did not disappoint. Most days had 10-50 cm of fresh snow fall overnight. The Griz ( the locals snow god) really delivered! Incredible skiing in fluffy light snow most days!
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Tamara - intermediate skier
Apr, 24 - 2024
There is something for everyone at Fernie. What I like best is that skier / boarders of all levels can enjoy the hill together as the terrain is varied across all 5 bowls. And the snow is fantastic! Always something fun to explore at Fernie!!
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Joey - expert skier
Apr, 23 - 2024
Fernie is an incredibly friendly resort with such a variety of terrains to ski on for all levels. It has some delicious places to eat and the slopes are always quiet even on major holidays.
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Brad - expert skier
Apr, 17 - 2024
If you luck out and get both a powder day as well as Polar Peak being open, it's a 5 star resort. Lots of space and terrain variety to make things fun for everyone. Fernie is a great little ski town.
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Justin - advanced skier
Apr, 13 - 2024
It was awesome! I had a great time, the snow is amazing and the terrain is very challenging. The views are so good and the après ski is a lot of fun!
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Noah - expert skier
Apr, 13 - 2024
Amazing tree runs and bowl skiing. Really underwhelming groomers. Excellent chutes/steeps to ski. Polar peak is a must for any expert skiier to try. Fast lifts with very few lineups.

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