Fernie’s hikes offer something for everyone—from gentle, sheltered forest trails to dramatic mountaintop alpine ridges. The immediate area in and around Fernie hosts a network of well-maintained trails and the natural vegetation and wildlife of this Canadian Rockies paradise are remarkable. Island Lake Lodge has Fernie’s hiking paradise with a great network of well maintained trails for all levels and Fernie Alpine Resort offers chair rides into the Alpine.
Fernie Trails & Ski Touring Club works with outdoor recreation groups, government, private land owners and tourist businesses to enhance and maintain the Fernie area non-motorized activities including ski touring, biking and hiking.
Island Lake Hiking The 7,000 acres of pristine wilderness provides countless hiking opportunities. Whether you are interested in a 30 minute walk or a full day hike or a privately guided hike is a great way to discover places you may not experience on your own.
Fernie's recreational trails can provide you and your family with access to a diverse natural environment...
Put on your hiking boots, pack a water bottle and head for the hills...
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