British Columbia, Canada

Fernie Alpine Resort Ski Resort

ClosedOpens Early December

Season dates, 142 trails, lift pass pricing, and monthly snow conditions

Snow Sure

7,054ft

Peak Elevation

3,504ft

Vertical Drop

142

Trails

354"

Annual Snow

Overview

Fernie Alpine Resort is a ski resort in British Columbia, Canada, with an elevation range from 3,550ft (1082m) to 7,054ft (2150m). The vertical drop is 3,504ft (1068m) across 142 trails served by 10 lifts and 2,504 skiable acres. The nearest airport is Canadian Rockies International (YXC), about 40 minutes away by car. Fernie Alpine Resort receives an average of 354 inches of snowfall annually.

Season Overview

Season Timeline

Early December to Mid April

JanFebMarAprMayJunJulAugSepOctNovDec

Opens: Early DecemberCloses: Mid April

Peak Open Early Late Closed

Snow Conditions

95cm(37in)Heavy

Average snowfall in January, Fernie Alpine Resort's snowiest peak-season month.

354"

Annual Snowfall

(899cm)

-5°C

January Avg High

-13°C

January Avg Low

Monthly Snowfall

354"

annual avg

Jan

Feb

Mar

Apr

May

Jun

Jul

Aug

Sep

Oct

Nov

Dec

Peak Open Early Latecm/month

Terrain & Trails

142

Total Trails

Lifts

2,504

Skiable Acres

3,504ft

Vertical Drop

Trail Difficulty Breakdown

30%

Beginner: 43 trails

40%

Intermediate: 57 trails

20%

Advanced: 28 trails

Expert: 14 trails

30%Beginner (43)

40%Intermediate (57)

20%Advanced (28)

10%Expert (14)

Fernie Alpine Resort has 142 trails: 30% green, 40% blue, 20% black, and 10% double-black. With 30% of terrain rated green, beginner-rated trails make up a large share of Fernie Alpine Resort.

Lift System & Elevation

Total Lifts

3,504ft

Vertical Drop

1,068m

(3,504ft)

Elevation Profile

7,054ft

Peak

3,550ft

Base

Price Trends

Day pass pricing across the season

$111

avg/day

$119

Jan

$119

Feb

$109

Mar

$89

Apr

May

Jun

Jul

Aug

Sep

Oct

Nov

$119

Dec

Peak Shoulder Off-PeakBest value: April ($89)

Best Month to Visit Fernie Alpine Resort

Top Pick

January

Deep snowfallLow crowdsPeak conditions

score

95cm

Low

$119/day

January offers the best overall balance of snowfall, crowd levels, and pricing at Fernie Alpine Resort, based on this guide's month-by-month scoring. Snowfall this month averages 95cm. Crowd levels are low.

Open

80cm

snowfall

-4°/-12°

high/low °C

crowds

$119

day pass

Monthly conditions are based on historical averages. Actual conditions vary year to year. Click on any month for detailed conditions, crowd levels, and packing tips for Fernie Alpine Resort.

Lift Passes & Pricing

Adult Day Pass

$109

per day

Season Pass

$799

full season

Day pass pricing varies by date and ticket type; check the resort's official site for current rates. Fernie Alpine Resort is not included on any multi-resort pass in this dataset.

Getting to Fernie Alpine Resort

Nearest Airport

Canadian Rockies International (YXC)

Approx. 40 min drive

Location

British Columbia, Canada 🇨🇦

49.4627°N, 115.0867°W

Fernie Alpine Resort is within an hour's drive of Canadian Rockies International.

Frequently Asked Questions

When does Fernie Alpine Resort open for the season?

Fernie Alpine Resort typically opens in Early December and closes in Mid April. Exact dates vary year to year, so check the resort's official site before booking travel.

How much is a day lift pass at Fernie Alpine Resort?

A day lift pass at Fernie Alpine Resort starts at $109 per day. Prices vary by date and ticket type, so check the resort's official site for current rates.

Is Fernie Alpine Resort good for beginners?

Yes, 30% of Fernie Alpine Resort's trails are rated green (beginner terrain).

How much snow does Fernie Alpine Resort get per year?

Fernie Alpine Resort receives an average of 354 inches of snowfall per year. The resort relies entirely on natural snowfall; snowmaking coverage is 0%.

What is the best month to ski at Fernie Alpine Resort?

January is the highest-scoring month to ski at Fernie Alpine Resort in this guide's month-by-month ranking of snowfall, crowd levels, and lift pass pricing. It averages 95cm of snowfall and low crowd levels.

Overview

Terrain & Trails

142

Total Trails

Lifts

2,504

Skiable Acres

3,504ft

Vertical Drop

Trail Difficulty Breakdown

30%

Beginner: 43 trails

40%

Intermediate: 57 trails

20%

Advanced: 28 trails

Expert: 14 trails

30%Beginner (43)

40%Intermediate (57)

20%Advanced (28)

10%Expert (14)

Fernie Alpine Resort has 142 trails: 30% green, 40% blue, 20% black, and 10% double-black. With 30% of terrain rated green, beginner-rated trails make up a large share of Fernie Alpine Resort.

Frequently Asked Questions

When does Fernie Alpine Resort open for the season?

Fernie Alpine Resort typically opens in Early December and closes in Mid April. Exact dates vary year to year, so check the resort's official site before booking travel.

How much is a day lift pass at Fernie Alpine Resort?

A day lift pass at Fernie Alpine Resort starts at $109 per day. Prices vary by date and ticket type, so check the resort's official site for current rates.

Is Fernie Alpine Resort good for beginners?

Yes, 30% of Fernie Alpine Resort's trails are rated green (beginner terrain).

How much snow does Fernie Alpine Resort get per year?

Fernie Alpine Resort receives an average of 354 inches of snowfall per year. The resort relies entirely on natural snowfall; snowmaking coverage is 0%.

What is the best month to ski at Fernie Alpine Resort?