Fernie Parks

From duck ponds to disc golf, tennis to trails, there is a park for everyone. Whether you walk along the rivers edge in James White Park, or spend time with your family in Annex Park you are sure to enjoy the fresh air and scenery.

Annex Park

Located between the Elk River and the dike, this serene park is a great place to enjoy lunch in the grassy picnic area or watch the ducks float on the pond. Parking is available between 10th Street and 12th Avenue. To access the park, drive to the end of 11th Street and climb up and over the dike.

James White Park

This multi-use park can be found off Mt. Minton Street in Fernie’s airport subdivision. James White Park is situated near the Elk River and hosts tennis courts, slow-pitch fields, horseshoe pits and a bocce ball court. It’s also home to the Lizard Range Disc Golf Course – A Fernie favourite pastime!

Rotary Park

Rotary Park has play structures, a huge grassy field, picnic areas and a gazebo located right off Highway 3 beside Park Place Lodge.

Dogwood Park

Along the Elk River between 1st Street and 4th Avenue, Dogwood Park is truly stunning. It features a non-motorized boat launch, picnic tables and incredible views of the river and Lizard Range. It’s also home to Leroux Pond that is home to a variety of ducks, birds and turtles. This park extends from the West Fernie Bridge to Coal Creek.

Ridgemont Park

Located on Ridgemont Lane, this cute park features beautiful views, a big grassy field and a great playground.

Prentice Park

Prentice Park is between 5th Avenue and 15th Street, near the Fernie Hospital. This large park features two slo-pitch fields, a soccer field, a running track, swings, playground and more. It also has a community garden that is home to Wildsight’s Little Sprouts every Thursday in July and August.

Maiden Lake

Located near the Fernie Golf Course, behind Canadian Tire, Maiden Lake features a manmade lake ideal for paddling, skipping rocks or catching minnows. Great picnic areas and surrounding trails makes it a nice summer spot.

10th Avenue Park

On 10th Avenue, in the Annex neighbourhood, you will find this lovely little park with a big grassy field and children’s play structure.

Kids Aerial Playground

A great alternative for kids too small to enjoy Fernie Alpine Resort’s big Aerial Playground, it features a slackline, mini-zipline, net climber, chairlift swing, tire bridge and more! Better yet, it’s free! A short walk from the village, stop by Guest Services at Fernie Alpine Resort for directions. All children must be supervised by an adult.

Mount Fernie Provincial Park

Mount Fernie Provincial Park is located three kilometres south of Fernie, off Highway 3. This 259-hectare park features large vehicle/ tenting spots and an extensive trail systems for day use. Go for a stroll and check out Lizard Creek, you may even spot some of the animals that call this area home. The park is on the road that leads to Island Lake Lodge, bike up Lazy Lizard trail for a drink on their patio! Bring your bear spray and make lots of noise!

Skateboard & BMX Park

This park is great for skateboarders and bikers alike and features cityscapes, a sixfoot half pipe, eight- foot quarter pipe, rails, and a snake run with two bowls (The Death Skillet and The Wok). Located behind the Fernie Aquatic Centre and equipped with lights so you can skate from dawn to dusk.

Dirt Jump Park

Also located near the Fernie Aquatic Centre on the corner of Pine and Ridgemont, this park has features for riders of all abilities with small and large dirt jumps, wooden bridges, obstacles, and a pump track. The park is free to use, but donations can be made to the Fernie Mountain Bike Club who maintain the park.

Kids Water Splash Park

Located at the Aquatic Centre, this is a fun outdoor waterpark for little ones. Open from 8 a.m. to dusk, it also has a nearby outdoor workout area, both are free to use. Adult supervision is required. Park openings, closings and restrictions can be found at www.fernie.ca