Trail life – set a scenic pace
Inspiring alpine and valley views only become more
spectacular as you gain elevation on the Rocky
Mountain trails encircling Fernie. Explore with
family and friends or hire a guide at Island Lake
Lodge, Fernie Alpine Resort or Wild Nature Tours.
A quick yet challenging Mt Fernie or moderate.
Castle Mountain hike are great ways to begin.
exploring. When you’re ready for bigger adventures,.
try the dramatic Three Sisters, Mt Baldy Loop
at Island Lake Lodge, or Polar Peak at Fernie.
Alpine Resort.
Spanning three mountain passes and featuring
caves, waterfalls, and alpine meadows, the iconic.
Heiko’s Trail is a challenging full day hike that.
culminates at the sublime Island Lake Lodge. Put
this on your bucket list, then savour the memories
for years.
Community trails offer scenic nature walks and
riverside running routes. Along the way enjoy
shady parks, picnic spots and viewpoints that.
provide perfect pho to backdrops. Gentle hikes
such as Fairy Creek Falls, Ancient Cottonwoods or
the Old Growth Trail are perfect for families with
younger children.
Highlighted hiking trails
Trail Name
Distance Difficulty
Fairy Creek Falls 4 km | 2.5 mi
Castle Mountain 5 km | 3 mi ¢
22 km | 13.5 mi u
4 km | 2.5 mi
Cedar Trail 2 km | 3 mi ¢
Polar Peak 6 km | 4 mi u
2 & 5 km | 1 & 3 mi
8 km | 5 mi ¢
3.5 km | 2 mi u
10.5 km | 6.5 mi u
Heiko’s Mountain Lakes Trail
Lost Boys Lookout
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Lake & Fir Trails
Tamarack Trail & Viewpoint
Spineback
Mt Baldy Loop
6 trail events you’ll love
Full event calendar at tourismfernie.com
1. King of the Castle | July
2. Elk Valley Ultra 50km | July
3. Weekly Guided Trail Hikes | June - September
4. Tears & Gears Mtn Duathlon | September
5. Fernie Kids Triathlon | September
6. Fernie Half Marathon & 10km | October
View the Fernie Hiking & Biking Trail Map
online at tourismfernie.com/maps to help plan
your trip, then pick up a copy in town upon
arrival.
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