Welcome to Fernie

You made it. You’re one of the lucky ones. Though you may not know it yet.

You’ve just ambled into a quaint slice of paradise, burrowed softly between jagged peaks, dense forests, and flowing rivers.

Inside, you’ll find everything from evening festivals to bustling patios, mid-sidewalk conversations to farmers markets, biking trails, hiking paths, and so much more. What many think of as just a ski town, the City of Fernie blooms to life as the days get longer. Whether you’re into adrenaline sports, recreational activities, art, history, or food and drink, summer in Fernie has something for you. If you have an affinity for water, try your hand at casting a fly-fishing line, or getting up close and personal to rapids on a whitewater rafting trip. More into culture? The Arts Station is open throughout summer, offering a variety of craft classes and exhibits. Or perhaps stop at the Fernie Heritage Museum for a blast into Fernie’s past. If a kick of adrenaline is how you’d rather spend a summer’s day, there are endless hiking and biking trails that criss-cross through every peak and valley in sight. If you prefer a more leisurely pace, consider heading to the golf fairway, or chucking a few frisbees at the disc golf grounds. Even a stroll through the bustling downtown core will keep you occupied for hours, with copious local shops selling everything from gear, to plants, to cheese. After a day in the sun, there’s nothing better than kicking it back on a patio. Thankfully, Fernie offers a wide selection of delicious eats and drinks, both indoors and outdoors. If you’re looking for a craft beer, or a one of a kind cocktail, try Fernie Brewing Co. or Fernie Distillers. For those who want to take the fun into the evening, Second Avenue is littered with lively nightlife at every turn.

Between the famously friendly locals, the bountiful events, and the limitless terrain for exploration, it won’t take you long to discover what makes this town so special. So tie up your bathing suit, slip on your hiking boots, and don your patio hat as you sink into everything Fernie has to offer.