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- Visit Historic Downtown lined with century-old heritage buildings, shops, restaurants, cafes, patios and attractions.
- View local works of art along Fernie’s Art Walk or take a self-guided Heritage Walking Tour.
- Take a guided scenic river tour, from family floats and full whitewater adventures to stand-up paddle and kayaking. The season typically starts around May long weekend.
- Swim a few laps or enjoy the hot tub at Fernie Aquatic Centre.
Apr 25, 2013 · Calendar View. Events, nightlife, programs, and festivals in Fernie, BC! Event information listed below is regularly updated; contact us for details. Weekly Food & Drink Specials | Halloween 2024 in Fernie. Downloadable Current 2-week Events Guide | 2024 Featured Fall Events Poster.
Fernie has got you covered, with weekly events (spaced out, even, so you can hit ‘em all up in a given week if you so desire!) Mondays are Jam Nights, starting at 9 PM at the Kodiak Lounge, from May 30 th through September 12 th, 2022. Tuesdays are Karaoke Nights at the Kodiak Lounge, from May 31 st through September 20 th, 2022.
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1. Visit Fairy Creek Falls
Just as you enter Fernie from the Crowsnest Highway, stop at Fernie Visitor Information. The short 4,5 km hike with little elevation through the forest and ending at a waterfall is a perfect place to stretch your legs after the drive and refresh under the falls.
2. Walk the ancient Cottonwood Trail
Hidden from the highway and an only a 10-minute drive south of Fernie is an ancient forest with 400-year-old black cottonwood trees. A 20-minute walk among these giants with birds singing along the way really makes you appreciate the conservative efforts of the forest.
3. Get the thrill of white water rafting
An adrenaline water adventure you can do in Fernie is kayaking or white water rafting. Ride the wild waves of the Elk or Bull River and get your adrenaline up with cliff diving. Alternatively, both rafting companies – Tunnel49 & Canyon Raft Company – also provide family-friendly floats. If you’re not ready for a full-day adventure, try half-day guided stand-up paddleboarding or scenic river floats.
Winter in Fernie
Unlike mountain towns in the national parks which are the busiest in summer, Fernie’s high season is actually winter. The warmest winter month is November with an average temperature of 0C and the coldest month is February with around -8C on average. That being said, keep in mind that it can easily get -20C during the day. The powder in Fernie is legendary and people from all around the world visit during winter. They get 9 metres of snow on average so if you’re looking for a winter vacation,...
Spring in Fernie
If you’re visiting from Calgary or Alberta in general where we don’t see any greenery until May, you’d be very pleased how lush and green Fernie gets in April. The green meadows filled with wildflowers are so pretty!
Summer in Fernie
The chill atmosphere of Fernie in summer is what visitors are drawn to the most. When most places get busy and crowded, Fernie doesn’t get any better. Lots of events are happening in summer, temperatures are very warm 20C-30C on average for some fun in the water, biking trails are in the best shape, and imagine ending the day camping with a bonfire. It sounds pretty amazing, doesn’t it?
Camping in Fernie
Personally, I love camping. If I’m going to Fernie to enjoy the outdoors, I want to be outdoors all the time! And there’s no better option than camping – that’s why I included camping as one of the best things to do in Fernie in this guide. Camping options in Fernie: 1. Mount Fernie Provincial Park – the best option for camping near Fernie and close to biking & hiking trails 2. Fernie RV Resort – camping right in town for RVs with an option to stay in yurts 3. Kikomun Creek Provincial Park –...
Cabins and Bed & Breakfast
1. Snow Valley Lodging – the first tiny home hotel in Canada. Houses are tiny but spacious and located right in town. Check reviews & prices here 2. Island Lake Lodge – opened in summer in a pristine valley with panoramic mountain views, and spa & sauna on-site! See details here
Chalets & hotels
1. Alpine Lodge – located at Fernie Alpine Resort with ski-in ski-out option, jacuzzi and steam room. See details here 2. Fernie Fox Hotel – eco-conscious hotel with outdoor hot tub and patio with BBQ. Check reviews & prices here
Big Bang Bagels – the most delicious breakfast in Fernie and a favourite of localsNevados – Tapas & tequila, excellent for evening bites and drinksHimalayan Spice Bistro – South Asian restaurant. I loved their samosas and chicken vindalooLundbreck Falls
West from Pincher Creek are Lundbreck Falls, a nice picturesque place where you can have a picnic or walk down to cool off.
Burmis Tree
After about 5 minutes on the Crowsnest Highway look for an unusual tree on your right. The tree is ~700 years old and a heritage symbol in Alberta.
Frank Slide
Due to a massive rockslide in 1903, the mining town of Frank was buried under the rocks. 90 million tons of limestone rock slid down from Turtle Mountain within 2 minutes. It reached the opposite hills and even though the majority of the town survived, it is considered as one of the largest and deadliest rock slides in Canada estimated burring 80 people. It is now a popular tourist attraction with interpretive centre providing stories and presentations of the tragedy where you learn why the p...
Plan your trip to the Rockies: 1. Canadian Rockies road trip itinerary: 5 national parks in 2 weeks 2. Adventure travel guide to Jasper National Park 3. Adventure travel guide to Banff National Park 4. Adventure travel guide to Yoho National Park What is one of your favourite things to do in Fernie? Share with us in the comments. Spread the word! P...
Aug 16, 2024 · Fernie boasts stunning scenery, including beautiful waterfalls. Fairy Creek Falls is a popular local attraction, reached by a gentle 5km return hike (130 meter gain) from Fernie Visitor Information. Accessible year-round, the falls are exceptionally enchanting in the winter when the water is frozen solid.
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Dec 18, 2023 · The list of 10+ things to do in Fernie wouldn’t be complete without mentioning Fernie Alpine Resort. Head up to the resort for a tree top adventure or a mountaintop lunch via chairlift ride. The hill has plenty to offer in the summer as well as the winter, from hiking to spectacular views.
