Fernie - Directory

Fernie Alpine Resort is located in the Lizard Range of the Canadian Rocky Mountains. The Calgary International Airport is 3.5 hours from Fernie and there are shuttle options to get to the resort. Cranbrook Airport (Rocky Mountain Airport) is 1.25 hours away, and Kalispell in Montana is 2 hours away.

The ski/ snowboarding season at Fernie typically runs from December to April. The resort’s official website provides accurate opening and closing dates.

The snow is real in Fernie and the resort does not heavily rely on snowmaking machines. Fernie Alpine Resort benefits from its favorable location in the Rocky Mountains of British Columbia, which receives consistent natural snowfall throughout the winter season. The resort’s reputation for abundant and high-quality snow is due to its geographical positioning and climate.

Fernie Alpine Resort is approximately a 3- 3.5 hour drive from Calgary, Alberta, and accessible by car, shuttle services, and regional airports. Read here for more information on getting to Fernie.

Fernie offers various accommodations, including lodges, condos, and vacation rentals, catering to different preferences and budgets.

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Fernie Alpine Resort has ski rental shops where you can rent ski and snowboard equipment. The resort also offers ski schools and instructors for lessons, catering to beginners and those looking to improve their skills.

Ski/ snowboard equipment rental
Ski/ snowboard school

Fernie Alpine Resort does not have childcare facilities on-site.

Available Day Care can be found at Cornerstone Lodge in the Resort Plaza (Base Area). Parents can entrust their children to professional care while they enjoy the slopes. Childcare is available daily from 9 am to 4 pm throughout the winter season. The program is tailored for children within the age range of 18 months to 5 years.