Fernie Alpine Resort's legendary powder, non-stop vertical drops and awesome après ski life landed it the number 10 slot in a list of the world's 25 best ski resorts by The 2004 Annual Top 25 Resort Guide that hits newsstands on Oct. 19, 2004.
Resorts were ranked according to average snowfall, vertical drop, skiable acres, a reader survey and an athlete survey. Fernie Alpine Resorts' average snowfalls of 29 feet, five alpine bowls and après ski variety have made the resort a world-class destination, and with three new gliding areas opening up this season, as well as improvements made to dining facilities over the summer, Fernie will continue to climb the charts.

Fastest Growing Resort in North America

Fernie, British Columbia offers four seasons of recreational activities that includes spring, summer and fall golfing, fly-fishing, hiking, biking, boating, water-skiing, river-rafting, kayaking, wild-life viewing and so much more. For winter enthusiasts, snow-shoeing, snow-mobiling, cross-country skiing, skating and of course, the best powder skiing and snow boarding conditions in the world!

World Class Ski Resort

Fernie Alpine Ski Resort is known throughout the world for its 2500 acres and 107 runs of skiable terrain. Voted #1 resort in North America by UK’s “On the Snow” 2003 and “Good Skiing and Snowboarding Guide” 2004; rated #3 in CNN.com “Top 10 Best Skiing Destinations” in Winter 2002, and ranked #9 in North America by “Skiing Magazine” 2003/4.

Biking and Hiking in Fernie

The Fernie Alpine Ski Resort is converted every summer allowing for full terrain mountain biking and hiking. Bikes are hooked onto the chairlifts and all runs are groomed and trailed for all levels of bikers to enjoy a safe experience. Bike rentals are available at the base and in retail outlets in town. Lifts are also open into the high alpine to allow visitors to explore spectacular terrain and wildlife on foot. Guided tours are also available.

Championship Golf Course

In 2008, Fernie will welcome the opening of the Greg Norman signature Champion Golf Course. This is wonderful news, even though Fernie is home to an exceptional 18-hole golf course at present. Fernie is also only a 45 minute drive from Kimberley’s famous Trickle Creek Golf Resort and St. Eugene Mission Golf and Casino Resort.

Lakes, lakes and more lakes!

In under an hours drive, you can be resting on the sandy shores of a number of lakes south of Fernie. Lake Kookanusa is an 80 mile long water reserve that drains each winter that leaves sandy shores, deep fresh aqua coloured water and water temperatures of 80 degrees. This lake is only a 40 minute drive from Fernie, situated in the arid “banana belt” of the Kootenays. Other lakes to explore include Tie Lake and Wasa Lake for camping, water-skiing, fishing, boating and house-boating.

Fishing – the Best Places

Just 300 meters from your door is the world-renowned Elk River. Known throughout the world for it’s fly -fishing, it is right at your doorstep. Fly-fishing is experienced by many by walking the sides of the river or through guided boats along the river. The town of Fernie offers many experts and amenities to make sure your experience is exceptional. Other “town secret spots” include Lizard Creek, Wigwam, Michele and Bull Rivers and Edwards and Cherry Lakes. Come and check it out – the fish are biting!