Fernie, British Columbia Ski Packages

Fernie, British ColumbiaWhich is the only city in Canada surrounded entirely by the Rockies? It's none other than the winter sports haven of Fernie, a delightfully small city located in the south-eastern corner of British Columbia. Something of a commercial hub in a sparsely populated region, Fernie successfully manages to remain cozy rather than urban. This has much to do with being cuddled by mountains in every direction including the nationally renowned Lizard Range.

The Lizard Range Mountains

Fernie has so many ski runs and it snows so much that only a handful are actually groomed consistently. Two of the best are the Lizard Bowl and Currie Bowl. The former is located beneath Polar Peak (7000 ft) and has several ski runs that start at 5900 ft. Part of the popularity of this ski hill is due to the fact that the runs are unobstructed except for a few clumps of trees here and there. This makes it an instant hit for most skiers. Currie Bowl has become more accessible recently and descends quite steeply from Elephant Head Peak (6709 ft). There is a first aid station at the top by the ski lift but the north side of the bowl has the most frequented chutes, making it ideal for people who want to defy gravity for fantastic fall-line skiing in superb powder conditions.

Canada's Softest Powder

Fernie's geography creates much precipitation, a weather pattern not usually found this far inland. These conditions make it a snowy paradise, perfect for skiing and snowboarding, yet decidedly more relaxed in the summer - unlike most tourist towns. If powder is what you seek then you must give Fernie a try! The average snowfall per year is 29 feet, and it is reputed to be the softest powder in the whole country. Anything from a light dusting to a fresh blanket of snow can be expected every evening from November to April, so the mountains have endless uncut paths to carve out each day.

Winter Activities

To call Fernie a skiers paradise is an understatement, however, there are also many other winter recreational activities to occupy the whole family. A number of lakes are accessible by 4x4 vehicles and snowmobiles, and offer incredible ice fishing for Cutthroat, Eastern Brook Trout and Rainbow Trout. After experiencing snowmobiling for the first time, people often find a tour around the back country of Fernie irresistible. There is nothing quite like the freedom of heading out of town for a bit of winter motoring, or the satisfying feel of cutting fresh tracks through pristine snow. In classic Canadian style, snowshoeing is a common past time in Fernie. This fun activity makes good use of summer bike paths, which get snow covered as soon as winter arrives, and stay that way until spring thaw. Regardless of which winter sport you may favor, you are sure to find peak conditions in Fernie, BC.

General Fernie Information

Surrounding Mountains

Fernie and Fernie Alpine Resort Awards

Casual and Fine Dining in Fernie

Winter Outdoor Activities in Fernie

Nearest Airports

Fernie Hospital and Medical Clinics