The 10 Best Outdoor Activities in Fernie, Kootenay Rockies

Follow Jon and the Crew of Mountain High Adventures in Fernie, BC as they raft the best white water in the Canadian Rockies. Mountain High offers adventures to thrill anyone from Heart Pounding White Water to Scenic Floats. Live the Adventure #MtnHighMoments

All in Skier Services has the best ski gear at the best prices on the ski hill in Fernie. We specialize in custom boot building and boot fitting.

Discover fun, pressure-free, rock climbing and scrambling adventures in the Crowsnest Pass, East Kootenay regions, and beyond. Our guides Based out of Fernie BC, provide opportunities for people of all ages and abilities to try something new and fun. Never climbed before? No worries. We have a passion for outdoor pursuits, and would love to share them with you!

We’ve been guiding anglers on amazing fly fishing trips across British Columbia, Alberta and other tropical locations around the world for over 20 years! Amazing fly fishing stories can be taken home with you after fishing the incredible waters of the Elk River, Wigwam River, Michel Creek, Bull River, Kootenay River, Crowsnest River, Oldman River and more.

This non-profit society manages over 20kms of nordic trails groomed for classic and skate winter skiing. There are two areas managed by the club. One area is in town at the Fernie Golf Course featuring 12kms of trails on fairly mellow terrain with wide open spaces. There are also more than 10kms of trails at the Elk Valley Nordic Centre beside Mt Fernie Provincial Park. To reach the Elk Valley Nordic Centre, go west from Fernie on Highway 3. At 3 km from the bridge, turn right at the Island Lake Lodge sign. Follow the road for 0.9 km to the Mt. Fernie Provincial Park sign. Turn left into the overflow parking lot at 0.2 km. The hilly terrain and isolated nature of the trails makes this a very exciting place to ski. The trails link up with the multi-use trails at Fernie Alpine Resort. Trail maps are posted at the kiosks located at the entrances to the trails. Please NO DOGS ON THE TRAILS at any time. The Elk Valley Nordic Centre Warming Hut is located at (49.485633 N, 115.090980 W).

GearHub Sports in Fernie BC is your one stop for anything you need that keeps you playing in the outdoors. We provide our community and visitors alike with expert service, knowledge and the most diverse selection of new & used products at competitive prices. For Rentals check out our rental location, GearHub Adventure Rentals! We are Fernie's Favourite sports store for a reason, come check us out!

The best rental rates in Fernie, conveniently located halfway between downtown and the ski hill! Discounts for multi-day rentals and group bookings. In winter we rent: - Skis, boots & poles (adults and kids) - Snowboards & boots (adults and kids) - Cross Country skis, boots & poles - Fatbikes - Snow shoes In summer we rent: - Downhill bikes - All-mountain bikes - Stand-up Paddleboards

Deep in the snow, high up on the Powder Highway, lies Fernie Alpine Resort. With 37 feet of perfect powder, stunning scenery, 5 huge alpine bowls and endless downhill thigh burning runs. Don't miss an opportunity to fall in love with Fernie, start in the large Learning Area at the base of the mountain serviced by its own t-bar lift, once comfortable you have a huge resort full of secret powder pockets and hidden mountain spots to keep you occupied throughout your skiing/riding career! Find out why Fernie has been named as a Top 25 Ski Town in the World, Best Winter Trip and Coolest Town in North America in recent years.

FWA offers daily cat ski trips, guided fly fishing, ice fishing and wildlife tours. Fernie, BC, Canada is world renown for it's fly fishing.Dry fly action for cut throat and bull trout is second to none. Access the back country by snowcat to enjoy a day of cat skiing or boarding. The terrain ranges from ridges,to spectacular gladed meadows. With an elevation at over 7,150 ft / 2170 meters, you are sure to get some of the best snow conditions available!