Fernie Alpine Resort in British Columbia & Escape2ski provides info on; vertical drop 3550ft/1082m, total trails 142, closest airport 62mi/100km, and more.

The ski resort is part of the Lizard Range, near the City of Fernie, BC. The ski resort opened in 1962 under the name of Fernie Snow Valley.

In 1997, the mountain emerged with a new name and the one it has today – Fernie Alpine Resort. The resort is located a short distance away from the historic mining city of Fernie, which was founded and developed as a coal mining community in the late 1800’s.

The ski resort area has earned an international reputation for its powder snow – an average 37ft/11m a year, as well as its steeps. Fernie Alpine Resort is part of the famous Powder Highway of British Columbia which is a collection of 8 Ski Resorts, 9 Nordic Centres, 9 Heli-Skiing operations and 10 Snowcat skiing and snowboarding operations.

On the Slopes

• Fernie Alpine Resort is a collection of 5 Alpine Bowls - Cedar, Siberia, Timber, Currie, and Lizard. The Lizard Bowl is well known for the abundance of powder snow it receives year after year.
• Considering its reputation as a more advanced mountain, it should be noted that approximately 33% of Fernie’s 142 runs are perfect for novices and intermediates. Fernie has terrain that will suit all levels, from first timers to the seasoned veteran ready to tackle another day in the alpine bowls.
• If you need lessons, no matter what you age or ability or if you need some guidance being new to the mountain, Fernie has Mountain Tours at 10:30am and 1:30pm. Meet at the large trail map sign at the base of the Deep Chair.
• The Terrain Park at Fernie has enough boxes, rails and jumps to provide every level of skier or snowboarder a great experience. One area of note, you need a day pass or a season pass to gain access.

Off the Slopes

• Fernie Alpine Resort has a base area village where you will find various lodging options, dining choices and retail stores.
• Fernie Alpine Resort prides itself on offering unique events for people of all ages, both on and off the mountain. Everything from scavenger hunts and film festivals to deck parties – be sure to take in some of the fun!
• After your day on the slopes don’t miss out on the après ski activities at the base of the mountain or enjoy a relaxing moment at the Firepit on the Slopeside Deck.
• Need a day away from the resort, visit downtown Fernie, dubbed “Coolest Town in North America” by Rolling Stone Magazine. Here, you’ll find a wide assortment of activities, including ice hockey, cross country skiing and an outdoor ice rink.