Fernie Alpine Ski Packages |
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Fernie Slopeside Lodge
2 x Adult 2-day Lift Ticket |
12% off | $274 |
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Snow Creek Lodge by Fernie Lodging Co
2 x Adult 2-day Lift Ticket |
9% off | $983 |
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Timberline Lodges by Fernie Lodging Co
2 x Adult 2-day Lift Ticket |
9% off | $838 |
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It's all steep and deep at Fernie Alpine. Upper terrain can be slow to open because of avalanche danger but when that happens, just duck down to the lower lying trees for storm skiing. The resort receives an average of 914 cm of snowfall per year, which makes freshies easy to find and very plentiful.
Calgary International Airport
Fernie Alpine (3.5 hours)
Beginners will have loads of suitable runs here, most notably in the Lower Mountain area which is packed with green slopes. Never-evers can start near the base and use the Mini Moose Conveyor to practice on the bunny slope before jumping on the longer Elk Alternative run off Mighty Moose Platter. After that, any greens off Deer Chair are excellent progression trails!
There is plenty of terrain for intermediates to enjoy across Fernie, especially in Timber Bowl and Lizard Bowl. Our favourite run, however, is Currie Powder off the White Pass Quad in the Currie Bowl. There are some steep sections though most of it is relatively easy terrain. There is also incredible powder to be found on this trail and is great for spotting more challenging runs nearby.
From cliffs to mega steeps, ungroomed glades and gullies plus tons to explore in their legendary bowls, Fernie serves up some of the better challenging terrain compared to neighbouring resorts. The steep shots off the Polar Peak and Currie Bowl have a well-earned reputation for being the best terrain here. From Polar Peak, make your way down the Cougar Glades in Currie Bowl, it's our favourite here! Don't miss the powder-filled backcountry or cat-skiing nearby!
Hidden powder stashes can be found wherever there are fresh tracks! The main trails tend to get tracked out quickly so it's worth venturing out. Our top tip would be to go into the trees because that's where the good stuff is, especially if you're willing to follow the long traverses! Trust us it's worth it.
With minimal to no crowds or lift queues, Fernie is fantastic for those just looking to shred the slopes in peace. The only areas that may get congested are around the main intermediate trails but other than that, the resort is generally free of the masses!
Fernie holds a number of exciting concerts and events throughout the season but other than that there are only a small number activities that will keep non-skiers entertained. Instead, the town of Fernie nearby has a lot more on offer including dogsledding, snowshoeing, spas and a climbing wall and even curling!
The Lower Mountain area is packed with family-friendly green slopes as well as beginner areas and slow zones. Our top trails for families would be Elk off the Elk Quad and Lower Lizard, both located in the slow zone! It's also not uncommon to see groups of little ones, as young as 5 years old, shredding the slopes together, that's how kid-friendly the slopes are!
| Fernie Alpine | Apex Mountain Resort | |
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| beginner | 30 % | 15 % |
| intermediate | 40 % | 30 % |
| advanced | 25 % | 44 % |
| expert | 5 % | 11 % |
| total runs | 142 | 79 |
| ski area | 1,013ha | 182ha |
| summit elevation | 2,134m | 2,175m |
| total lifts | 10 | 4 |
| child lift ticket | Free | $66 CAD ($72 AUD) |
| adult lift ticket | $105 CAD ($115 AUD) | $80 CAD ($88 AUD) |
| uncrowded | ||
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| value for money | ||
| average total snowfall | 561cm | 282cm |
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